POSITION SUMMARY :
Responsible for on-time delivery per request to ensure supply continuity while maintaining inventory control at a reasonable level.
The position requires monitoring and driving improvements in suppliers' performance, maintaining efficient communication internally and externally, and strengthening AE's business relationships with suppliers.
Duties include, but are not limited to, achieving favorable results, maintaining systems correctly and timely, and completing tasks and assignments within the required time period.
The role also provides assistance in various purchasing assignments and planning of lower to medium value production materials under limited supervision.
RESPONSIBILITIES :
Review Business Requirements Planning (BRP) Report and analyze suggested orders and/or alterations.
Educate suppliers on performance measurements and continuous improvements.
Evaluate and monitor supplier quality and delivery performance against corporate zero defects and on-time delivery objectives, collaborating with related teams to improve performance.
Develop a good working knowledge of materials and sources of supply to make purchases at prices consistent with quantity and quality requirements within established standard costs.
Develop in-depth knowledge of assigned commodities/suppliers, including technologies, manufacturing processes, and related industries to enhance expediting efforts.
Purchase parts/materials using Requests for Quotes (RFQ) and Request for Information (RFI), including negotiation, contracts, cost analysis, price analysis, and internal/external technical expertise.
Establish and strengthen business relationships with suppliers and internal customers.
Work closely with planning and demand teams to understand real demand fluctuations and proactively address changes.
Maintain effective communication with suppliers via daily emails, phone calls, or conference calls to resolve delivery, DMR, GR, quality, payment, or other issues.
Ensure proper and timely maintenance of systems; complete purchasing assignments within the specified time period.
Keep inventory at a reasonable level as required through negotiation with suppliers, including pushing out, rescheduling, or canceling open orders.
Adhere to organizational requirements on quality management, health and safety, code of conduct, legal stipulations, environmental policies, and general duty of care.
Perform other duties as assigned.
WORK ENVIRONMENT :
Location: Penang Science Park, Simpang Ampat Penang.
Works in a standard office environment and uses general office equipment (telephone, PC, copier, fax machine, etc.).
Overtime work may be required.
Ability to work under pressure.
Infrequent travel may be required.
QUALIFICATIONS :
Excellent organizational and negotiation skills.
Flexibility to handle changing conditions.
Strong self-motivation skills.
Excellent analytical skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
EXPERIENCE :
Minimum 1-2 years of experience in a manufacturing and/or purchasing/planning environment; familiarity with SAP operation is preferred; teamwork spirit is a must.
Ability to apply intermediate-level subject matter knowledge to solve common business issues, providing analysis and project direction input to team efforts.
Work independently with limited supervision and guidance on unique situations.
Interprets and coordinates technical, business-related information, requiring persuasion skills.
Regularly involves contact to resolve usual problems and collaborate on work procedures, including team projects.
Flexibility in dealing with business and providing guidance to entry-level buyers or interns.
Sensitive to purchasing progress and capable of recommending process improvements.
EDUCATION :
Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Purchasing/Logistics/Material Management, or equivalent education and/or experience.
WHY JOIN US :
As part of our total rewards philosophy, we believe in offering and maintaining competitive compensation and benefits programs for our employees to attract and retain a talented, highly engaged workforce.
Our compensation programs focus on equitable, fair pay practices, including market-based base pay and an annual pay-for-performance incentive plan.
In addition to competitive compensation practices, we offer a strong benefits package in each of the countries in which we operate.
In Malaysia, we provide a rich benefits package that includes:
Medical - health care plan, dental, and vision.
Short and long-term disability and life insurance.
Executive Employee Health Screening package.
Generous paid time off starting at 15 days and 19 public holidays.
98 days of paid maternity leave for Moms and 7 days of paid paternity leave for Dads.
AE Child-Of-Employee Scholarship Program.
Employee Referral Program.
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