PEC Hiring! Full Time Buyer in Pulau Pinang - Ricebowl

PEC is an international technology supplier, committed to enable the production of green batteries for a Blue Planet. We are looking for a Buyer to join us in our mission to contribute to a greener future. The role is based at our new site in Penang, Malaysia. By joining us, you will contribute to building the first large scale battery factories in Asia, Europe and the United States

Buyer

Your tasks

We are seeking a Buyer to support our daily procurement and purchasing operations at our Penang, Malaysia site. This role focuses on purchase order processing, supplier coordination, order follow-up, documentation, and ensuring timely delivery of materials while maintaining compliance with company procedures.

• Obtain and evaluate quotations from approved suppliers
• Process purchase requisitions and create purchase orders in accordance with procurement procedures and cost engineering estimates
• Manage day-to-day procurement activities for production, engineering and other purchasing requirements
• Follow up with suppliers to ensure on-time delivery and proactively resolve delivery-related issues
• Maintain accurate purchasing records, supplier information, pricing, and procurement documentation
• Coordinate with internal departments to ensure procurement requirements are fulfilled in a timely manner
• Liaise with suppliers regarding quotations, order acknowledgements, delivery schedules, and invoice discrepancies
• Monitor order status and provide regular updates to relevant stakeholders
• Support supplier performance monitoring and maintain procurement-related reports and records
• Assist in resolving issues relating to late delivery, quantity discrepancies and concerns in collaboration with suppliers and internal teams
• Ensure procurement activities comply with company policies, quality standards, and regulatory requirements
• Support cost-saving initiatives and continuous improvement of procurement processes
• Support procurement activities involving make-to-order (MTO) and OEM parts, including reviewing technical specifications and engineering drawings with local and international subject matter experts

Your skills

• Minimum relevant Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, or a related discipline
• 2–4 years working experience in the manufacturing industry
• Able to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
• Responsible, meticulous, and proactive in following up on procurement activities
• Good command of English, both written and spoken; additional language skills are an advantage
• Proficient in MS Office (especially Excel); working experience with SAP is a plus
• Understanding of technical specifications, engineering drawings and measurement methods are an added advantage

Our offer

• You’ll have a compensation package based on the market and related to your experience.
• You will have a permanent employment contract offering you security and stability.
• A chance to engineer your own future and grow and develop yourself in a dynamic and international company that focuses on innovation and customer satisfaction.

Pec Se Asia Sdn Bhd,

3, Jalan Seri Lokan, Taman Industri Seri Lokan, 13800 Butterworth, Penang, Malaysia