Purchasing Associate / Specialist
Gelang Patah Malaysia
Responsibilities
Location Gelang Patah, JohorMY Job ID Rpo-036Purpose
The Purchasing Specialist will support manufacturing operations in Malaysia by managing procurement activities to ensure the timely acquisition of materials and services. This role focuses on maintaining optimal inventory levels, expediting material deliveries, and collaborating with suppliers to minimize production disruptions.
Responsibilities
- Purchase Order Management: Release purchase orders based on system-generated requisitions and ensure all orders are executed on time to meet production schedules.
- Material Delivery Coordination: Expedite material delivery by managing supplier relationships and ensuring minimal impact from material shortages on production.
- Inventory Control: Manage and control optimum inventory levels in a high mix, low volume manufacturing environment to support operational efficiency.
- Master Data Maintenance: Perform master data maintenance for all parameters in the Material Requirements Planning (MRP) system for purchased parts.
- Performance Analysis: Provide analysis using key performance indicators (KPIs) to assist in global inventory management and align with business needs.
- Contract Management: Manage purchasing contracts and ensure timely renewal of contracts to avoid disruptions in supply.
- New Product Introduction (NPI): Support the management of New Product Introductions (NPI) by coordinating procurement activities related to new products.
- End of Product (EOP) Management: Assist in managing End of Product (EOP) processes to ensure smooth transitions and minimize excess inventory.
- Engineering Change Coordination: Handle engineering changes by coordinating with internal teams and suppliers to implement necessary adjustments smoothly.
- Develop and implement purchasing strategies in alignment with corporate goals.
- Manage the entire procurement process from sourcing to order placement and delivery.
- Ensure all purchasing activities comply with relevant laws, standards, and regulations.
- Prepare accurate reports and present purchasing metrics to senior management
- Identify, evaluate, and select suppliers based on quality, cost, and reliability.
- Negotiate contracts, terms, and conditions with suppliers to secure advantageous terms.
- Conduct cost analysis to ensure value for money.
- Identify opportunities for cost savings and efficiency improvements in procurement processes.
- Review and manage supplier contracts to mitigate risks and ensure compliance.
- Resolve any issues or discrepancies related to the procurement process.
Basic Qualifications
- Educational Background: Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Engineering, or a related field; candidates with diplomas and significant relevant experience will also be considered.
- Experience: Minimum of 3 years of relevant working experience in purchasing or supply chain roles, preferably within a fast-paced multinational manufacturing environment.
- Proficiency in business analysis and experience using ERP systems, preferably SAP.
- Sound knowledge of the full order fulfillment cycle and inventory management principles.
- Strong analytical, negotiation, and communication skills.
PerkinElmer is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability status, age, or veteran status or any other characteristics protected by applicable law. PerkinElmer is committed to a culturally diverse workforce.