760 Senior Buyer jobs in Malaysia

We are seeking an experienced Buyer/ Senior Buyer to join our dynamic team at MST Golf Sdn Bhd, a leading retailer of golf equipment, accessories, and apparel in Subang Jaya, Selangor. As a full-time Buyer, you will play a crucial role in sourcing, negotiating, and purchasing the finest products to meet the evolving needs of our customers.

• Develop and execute strategic buying plans for equipment, accessories, and apparel that align with market trends, customer preferences, and company objectives.

• Source and negotiate with vendors to obtain competitive pricing, favourable terms, and reliable delivery for high-quality products across all categories.

• Analyse sales performance, market data, and competitor activity to drive informed buying decisions across product lines.

• Work cross-functionally with merchandising, planning, and marketing teams to ensure cohesive product placement, promotional alignment, and inventory flow.

• Manage inventory levels and oversee supply chain operations to ensure stock availability and minimise excess or shortages across all product categories.

• Identify, evaluate, and establish relationships with new suppliers while strengthening partnerships with existing vendors.

• Conduct regular reviews of product performance and present actionable buying insights and strategic recommendations to senior leadership.

• Bachelor’s degree in business, fashion merchandising, supply Chain Management, or a related field.
• 2–5 years of relevant buying, preferably in retail or multi-category environments including apparel, accessories, and equipment.
• Strong knowledge of consumer trends, competitive market conditions, and sourcing best practices across diverse product types.
• Proven negotiation, communication, and vendor relationship management skills.
• Analytical thinking with the ability to use data to support business decisions and buying strategies.
• Willingness to travel for supplier meetings, trade shows, and product sourcing, as needed.

(B) Responsibilities

• Perform daily purchase requisition and purchase order processing
• To manage suppliers efficiently in terms of pricing, delivery and services.
• To drive actively the price reduction and improve supplier chain management.
• To ensure timely delivery.
• To do sourcing for any new enquiry.
• Work out with planning division to ensure sufficiency of material to support mass production.
• Rescheduling orders in and out based on demand.
• To handle other tasks and duties as and when requested by superior.
• To monitor, collect date and report required ESG and Sustainability data into Corporate Gensuite reporting system.

Education : Bachelor's degree in a relevant field such as supply chain management or business

Skill : Relevant experience with ERP/ MRP especially in Microsoft AX will be an added advantage.

Work Experience : 2-5 years of experience in a purchasing or procurement role, ideally in a manufacturing environment

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: RM6, RM8,000.00 per month

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Maternity leave
• Opportunities for promotion
• Parental leave
• Professional development
• Vision insurance

Experience:

• sourcing and buying: 3 years (Preferred)

Language:

• Mandarin (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Benefits: Annual Leave, Medical Leave & Hospitalization Leave, Medical Insurance, Outpatient, In-House Canteen, Dental & Optical Benefits, Transport Allowance, Phone Allowance, Attendance Allowance, Increment Month, Annual Wage Supplement (AWS), Employee Engagement Activities, Festival Gifts, Career Progressions.

Objectives

To document the purchasing procedures which act as a guideline on material buy/plan, release of purchase orders per the approved manufacturers based on customer-driven demand authorized by the program/project management.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Responsible for sourcing, purchasing goods, and services for the company.
• Build relationships with suppliers, negotiate pricing, and ensure timely delivery of goods to maintain a continuous supply of required materials, minimizing any potential risks or disruptions to business operations.
• Expedite, coordinate, and schedule material purchase orders based on demand.
• Monitor supplier delivery commitments to ensure on-time delivery and continuity of supply.
• Evaluate suppliers, negotiate contracts, and manage relationships with vendors.
• Manage and control stock levels, monitor key purchasing metrics, and minimize waste by ensuring adequate inventory.
• Monitor the ECO roll-in plan and coordinate with internal CFT teams to minimize potential exposure.
• Work with suppliers on material rejections, returns, and replacements with justifications from Manufacturing and Quality Engineers.
• Conduct monthly supplier performance reviews to assess service quality.
• Provide guidance and support to junior purchasing team members, ensuring effective teamwork and alignment with company goals.
• Handle NPI projects and collaborate with internal CFT teams on all material-related issues.
• Resolve discrepancies and issues in invoices and purchase orders.
• Perform other duties and/or special projects as assigned by the immediate supervisor.

Job Specification

Education Level:

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.

Minimum Years of Experience:

• Minimum 2 years of experience for Buyer roles.
• Minimum 5 years of experience, including 2 years in a supervisory role, for Senior Buyer roles.

Additional Requirements:

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and ERP systems.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Strong critical thinking, negotiation, planning, and organizational skills.
• Ability to lead and motivate teams.
• Demonstrates accountability, professional integrity, and attention to detail while managing tight deadlines and multitasking.
• Independent, self-motivated, and proactive with a strategic mindset.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: RM3, RM6,000.00 per month

Benefits:

• Opportunities for promotion
• Professional development

Application Question(s):

• How many years of experience do you have in purchasing or supply chain roles?
• Have you worked on NPI (New Product Introduction) projects before?
• What ERP systems have you used in your previous roles?

Experience:

• sourcing: 3 years (Required)

Work Location: In person

JOB SUMMARY

Responsible for managing MRP to ensure that materials supply equals demand and to support optimization of overall cost of materials.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

·    Develop supply base and Supply Chain strategies that are unique to customer or for Business Unit Strategic materials.
·    Support customer’s business needs using standard process where possible and customized solutions where necessary. Collaborate with Purchasing manager and SCM to determine the best approach to meet the customer needs. Influence customer’s supply chain strategies to leverage those of Jabil.
·    Communicate Jabil expectations to the suppliers. Conduct supplier audit / visits, certifications, and performance reviews to develop and continuously improve supply base. Obtain feedback from Materials Planners on suppliers’ delivery, quality, and service performance.
·    Support, execute, and provide inputs to improve Jabil SCM initiatives and strategies.
·    Quote new and existing materials. Work with Materials Quotation Analyst if applicable. Frequently re-quote and negotiate to capitalize on cost reduction opportunities.
·    Make sourcing decisions based on overall cost and benefit including price, duty, freight, flexibility, service, performance, quality, and terms & conditions.
·    Negotiate terms and conditions that protect the best interest of Jabil and its customers. Negotiate liability terms, special stocking arrangements, and other agreements that are outside of standard Jabil terms and conditions.
·    Ensure execution of Jabil pricing and terms & conditions agreements such as World Wide Purchasing Agreements that are negotiated and agreed to by Jabil.
·    Improve sourcing options by working with Jabil’s internal resources and customers to add Jabil preferred and/or strategic suppliers to customer’s Approved Manufacturer’s List (AML).
·    Analyze and project component purchase prices that accurately reflect the inventory value for a financial period in Standard Costing process.
·    Provide input to determine Quoted Cost to the Customer that is competitive yet maximizes the amount of Materials Price Variance (MPV).
·    Continuously optimize MPV by reducing the cost of materials and by limiting unfavorable PPV/MPV. Work with BUM to obtain customers’ authorization for additional expenses such as premiums on materials or freight and tooling charges incurred on customers’ behalf.
·    Collaborate with Materials Planners and monitor, track, and provide feedback on suppliers’ performance for continuous improvement.
·    Work with Materials Planners to ensure that suppliers support overall business needs of Jabil.
·    Adhere to all safety and health rules and regulations associated with this position and as directed by supervisor.
·    Comply and follow all procedures within the company security policy.
·    May perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS
KNOWLEDGE REQUIREMENTS

·    Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume.
·    Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.
·    Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.
·    Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
·    Ability to operate a personal computer including using a Windows based operating system and related software.
·    Advanced PC skills, including training and knowledge of Jabil’s software packages.
·    Ability to write simple correspondence. Read and understand visual aid.
·    Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out simple one- or two-step instructions.
·    Ability to deal with standardized situations with only occasional or no variables.
·    Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
·    Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
·    Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret graphs.

Overview

Responsible for managing MRP to ensure that materials supply equals demand and to support optimization of overall cost of materials.

• Develop supply base and Supply Chain strategies that are unique to customer or for Business Unit Strategic materials.
• Support customer’s business needs using standard process where possible and customized solutions where necessary. Collaborate with Purchasing manager and SCM to determine the best approach to meet the customer needs. Influence customer’s supply chain strategies to leverage those of Jabil.
• Communicate Jabil expectations to the suppliers. Conduct supplier audit / visits, certifications, and performance reviews to develop and continuously improve supply base. Obtain feedback from Materials Planners on suppliers’ delivery, quality, and service performance.
• Support, execute, and provide inputs to improve Jabil SCM initiatives and strategies.
• Quote new and existing materials. Work with Materials Quotation Analyst if applicable. Frequently re-quote and negotiate to capitalize on cost reduction opportunities.
• Make sourcing decisions based on overall cost and benefit including price, duty, freight, flexibility, service, performance, quality, and terms & conditions.
• Negotiate terms and conditions that protect the best interest of Jabil and its customers. Negotiate liability terms, special stocking arrangements, and other agreements that are outside of standard Jabil terms and conditions.
• Ensure execution of Jabil pricing and terms & conditions agreements such as World Wide Purchasing Agreements that are negotiated and agreed to by Jabil.
• Improve sourcing options by working with Jabil’s internal resources and customers to add Jabil preferred and/or strategic suppliers to customer’s Approved Manufacturer’s List (AML).
• Analyze and project component purchase prices that accurately reflect the inventory value for a financial period in Standard Costing process.
• Provide input to determine Quoted Cost to the Customer that is competitive yet maximizes the amount of Materials Price Variance (MPV).
• Continuously optimize MPV by reducing the cost of materials and by limiting unfavorable PPV/MPV. Work with BUM to obtain customers’ authorization for additional expenses such as premiums on materials or freight and tooling charges incurred on customers’ behalf.
• Collaborate with Materials Planners and monitor, track, and provide feedback on suppliers’ performance for continuous improvement.
• Work with Materials Planners to ensure that suppliers support overall business needs of Jabil.
• Adhere to all safety and health rules and regulations associated with this position and as directed by supervisor.
• Comply and follow all procedures within the company security policy.
• May perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

• Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume.
• Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
• Ability to operate a personal computer including using a Windows based operating system and related software.
• Advanced PC skills, including training and knowledge of Jabil’s software packages.
• Ability to write simple correspondence. Read and understand visual aid.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out simple one- or two-step instructions.
• Ability to deal with standardized situations with only occasional or no variables.
• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret graphs.

, (Main Line), (CK Lim),

• COMPARE AND EVALUATE OFFERS FROM SUPPLIERS
• TRACK ORDERS AND ENSURE TIMELY DELIVERY
• ENTER ORDER DETAILS (E.G. VENDORS, QUANTITIES, PRICES) INTO INTERNAL DATABASES
• MAINTAIN UPDATED RECORDS OF PURCHASED PRODUCTS, DELIVERY INFORMATION AND INVOICES
• PREPARE REPORTS ON PURCHASES, INCLUDING COST ANALYSES
• MONITOR STOCK LEVELS AND PLACE ORDERS AS NEEDED.
• CARRY OUT MONTHLY CYCLE COUNT.
• INSPECTING STOCK AND REPORTING ANY FAULTY ITEMS OR INCONSISTENCIES IMMEDIATELY.
• ARRANGE PICK UP OR DELIVERY WITH SUBCON ON THE POWDER COAT, GOLD PLATING, ZINC PLATING AND GALVANIZING & ETC.
• PREPARE SUPPLIER OTD REPORT.

• NEGOTIATION SKILL
• MICROSOFT OFFICE
• STRONG COMMUNICATION SKILLS.
• AUTO COUNT APPLICATION

Bachelor's Degree/Post Graduate Diploma/Professional Degree

Purchasing/Inventory/Material & Warehouse Management

• Managing new vendor creation/set-up in ERP system (COUPA)
• Co-ordinate purchase requisition, purchase order creation and monitor approval flow
• Order and secure materials for production – purchase according to production plan and forecast including monitor inventory level and provide forecasts to suppliers
• Delivery note checking against PO
• Handling of rejected materials to suppliers
• Maintain ERP system with purchase related data e.g. supplier information, lead times, ordering points, prices, invoice processing
• Monitoring supplier performance
• Continuous improvements related to purchasing
• Support engineering with purchases and project when required
• Others which related and assigned from time to time by the immediate superior
  
  

• At least two years of operative purchasing experience in manufacturing environment with relevant supply chain management, logistic qualification
• Ability to be a team member and effectively interface with Manufacturing, Quality Assurance, and Research & Development.
• Must be a self-starter, a “hands-on” individual who enjoys a challenge and is dedicated to getting the job done with minimal support and direction.
• Solid Excel skills are required as well as a high proficiency in standard job costing and variance analysis.
• Excellent attention to detail, effective verbal and written communication skills and the ability to manage multiple projects;
  
  

• Experience in medical product manufacturing environment
• Fluent in written and spoken English
  
  

Buyer responsible for purchasing materials, supplies or equipment for the business. Their duties include negotiating deals with suppliers and secure inventory level of current products. Buyer alsoperform market research, product tests and evaluations and analyze competitors to identify best sources for the company.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Co-ordinate purchase requisition, purchase order creation and monitor approval flow
• Order and secure materials for production – purchase according to production plan and forecast including monitor inventory level and provide forecasts to suppliers
• Delivery note checking against PO
• Handling of rejected materials to suppliers
• Maintain ERP system with purchase related data e.g. supplier information, lead times, ordering points, prices, invoice processing
• Continuous improvements related to purchasing
• Support engineering with purchases and project when required
• Others which related and assigned from time to time by the immediate superior

Minimum & Preferred Qualifications and Experience:

Minimum Qualifications:

• At least two years of operative purchasing experience in manufacturing environment with relevant supply chain management, logistic qualification
• Ability to be a team member and effectively interface with Manufacturing, Quality Assurance, and Research & Development.
• Must be a self-starter, a “hands-on” individual who enjoys a challenge and is dedicated to getting the job done with minimal support and direction.
• Solid Excel skills are required as well as a high proficiency in standard job costing and variance analysis.
• Excellent attention to detail, effective verbal and written communication skills and the ability to manage multiple projects;

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in medical product manufacturing environment
• Fluent in written and spoken English

Education:

Bachelor's degree in field such as business or supply chain or equivalent training and experience is required

Physical requirements/Work Environment

This position primarily works in an office environment. It requires frequent sitting, standing and walking. Daily use of a computer and other computing and digital devices is required. May stand for extended periods when facilitating meetings or walking in the facilities.

The physical demands of the position described herein are essential functions of the job and employees must be able to successfully perform these tasks for extended periods. Reasonable accommodations may be made for those individuals with real or perceived disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job described.

Overview

Element has an opportunity for a Buyer for managing procurement of all materials for various material testing laboratories consisting of chemistry, metallurgy, environment, civil & special testing. While being responsible for both Capital Expenditure (CAPEX) and Operational Expenditure (OPEX) procurement, this role involves managing the acquisition of goods and services necessary for the Element’s ongoing operations and strategic investments. This role will be responsible for plant and machinery maintenance, as well as handling the invoicing process from suppliers.

This role is based in Johor Bahru, Malaysia (not Singapore, as Singapore is a country).

• Develop and implement procurement strategies for both CAPEX and OPEX to ensure cost-effectiveness and alignment with organizational goals, conducting market research and supplier evaluations to identify potential vendors for goods and services required for projects and day-to-day operations while supporting other Element Labs for sourcing/ procurement whenever required.
• Prepare and issue Purchase orders and follow up with the suppliers to expedite the delivery / service ensuring cross functional coordination with operational & technical team to get technical compliance on the vendor proposals for both OPEX and CAPEX.
• Identify key categories and initiate agreements with key vendors & key sub-contractors for favourable pricing and terms.
• Build and maintain relationships with suppliers, negotiate contracts, and secure favourable terms and conditions and evaluate vendor performance recommending improvements or changes when necessary.
• Collaborate with maintenance teams to ensure timely procurement of parts and services necessary for the upkeep of plant machinery, developing & implementing preventive maintenance schedules to optimize equipment performance and minimal downtime.
• Receive and review invoices from suppliers to verify accuracy and compliance with contractual agreements and manage goods receipt note.
• Collaborate with the finance department to process invoices for payment, ensuring timely and accurate disbursement while monitoring and analysing procurement costs to identify opportunities for cost savings & process improvements ensuring alignment amongst the cross-functional teams to align procurement activities.
• Ensure adherence to relevant regulations and internal policies in all procurement activities while staying informed about industry trends, market conditions, and changes in regulations that may impact procurement processes, attending and completing all mandatory and recommended trainings from time to time.
• Generate and analyse reports on procurement performance, cost savings, and other relevant metrics, providing regular updates to management on the status of procurement activities and potential risks.

• 5 Plus years of experience in - Procurement, Planning & Forecasting, Tendering, Inventory Control, Negotiation, Sourcing, Vendor Development, Logistics, Supply Chain, Commercial, Export / Import, Project management, Reporting etc.
• High levels of integrity, analytical skills, coordination, and Team player.
• Proficiency in ERP and other systems like Tendering, Spend Analytics, Project management, Microsoft Excel etc.
• Should be Presentable, Well organized, Co-operative team member with good communication, management skills, ability to extract information from specifications and drawings.

Element is one of the fastest growing testing, inspection and certification businesses in the world. Globally we have more than 9,000 brilliant minds operating from 270 sites across 30 countries. Together we share an ambitious purpose to ‘Make tomorrow safer than today’.

When failure in use is not an option, we help customers make certain that their products, materials, processes and services are safe, compliant and fit for purpose. From early R&D, through complex regulatory approvals and into production, our global laboratory network of scientists, engineers, and technologists support customers to achieve assurance over product quality, sustainable outcomes, and market access.

While we are proud of our global reach, working at Element feels like being part of a smaller company. We empower you to take charge of your career, and reward excellence and integrity with growth and development.

Industries across the world depend on our care, attention to detail and the absolute accuracy of our work. The role we have to play in creating a safer world is much bigger than our organization.

At Element, we always take pride in putting our people first. We are an equal opportunity employer that recognizes diversity and inclusion as fundamental to our Vision of becoming “the world’s most trusted testing partner”.

All suitably qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective work related criteria and without regard for the following: age, disability, ethnic origin, gender, marital status, race, religion, responsibility of dependents, sexual orientation, or gender identity or other characteristics in accordance with the applicable governing laws or other characteristics in accordance with the applicable governing laws.