SSH Manufacturing Hiring! Full Time Sourcing Specialist in Negeri Sembilan, Earn up to MYR 4,000 - Ricebowl

Job Summary

The Sourcing Specialist is responsible for identifying, evaluating, and developing suppliers to support thecompany’s operational and strategic purchasing requirements. This role focuses on supplier sourcing, costoptimization, negotiation, vendor performance management, and ensuring timely availability of materialswhile maintaining quality and compliance standards.

The ideal candidate should possess strong analytical skills, supplier management experience, negotiation capability, and a solid understanding of manufacturing supply chain operations.

Key Responsibilities

Supplier Sourcing & Development

Identify, evaluate, and qualify new suppliers locally and internationally.

Develop alternative sourcing strategies to reduce dependency and supply risk.

Conduct supplier benchmarking for pricing, quality, lead time, and service performance.

Build and maintain strong supplier relationships to support long-term business objectives.

Procurement & Negotiation

Request and analyze quotations from suppliers.

Negotiate pricing, payment terms, lead time, MOQ, and commercial agreements.

Support annual cost reduction and supplier consolidation initiatives.

Collaborate with internal stakeholders to ensure procurement aligns with production and business

needs.

Cost Optimization

Analyze material cost trends and identify opportunities for savings.

Work closely with engineering and costing teams to support value engineering activities.

Support cost comparison studies and sourcing recommendations.

Monitor market conditions, raw material trends, and supply chain risks.

Supplier Performance Management

Monitor supplier delivery, quality, responsiveness, and overall performance.

Coordinate supplier corrective actions when issues arise.

Conduct supplier audits and evaluations where necessary.

Maintain supplier database and sourcing records.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Coordinate with Production, Planning, Engineering, QA, and Finance departments.

Support new product introduction and project sourcing activities.

Ensure procurement activities comply with company policies and procedures.

Documentation & Reporting

Maintain accurate sourcing documentation and supplier records.

Prepare sourcing reports, cost analysis, and procurement updates.

Support ISO, audit, and compliance documentation requirements.

Qualifications & Requirements

Education

Bachelor’s Degree or Diploma in Supply Chain Management, Procurement, Business Administration,

Engineering, or related field.

Experience

Minimum 2–5 years of sourcing or procurement experience in manufacturing environment.

Experience in metal fabrication, automotive, electronics, furniture, or industrial manufacturing is an

advantage.

Familiarity with ERP/MRP systems is preferred.

Technical Skills

Strong negotiation and vendor management skills.

Knowledge of procurement processes and supply chain practices.

Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, especially Excel.

Ability to analyze quotations and cost structures.

Understanding of Incoterms and international sourcing is an advantage.

Soft Skills

Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Good analytical and problem-solving capability.

Ability to work independently and under pressure.

Good organizational and time management skills.

Team player with strong sense of accountability

Pay: RM3,000.00 - RM4,000.00 per month

Benefits:

• Free parking

Work Location: In person