Purchasing Executive

Company Info:

The company established in 2006 in the vibrant city of George Town, Penang. The company has grown into a trusted and well-established contractor. With a team of over 150 dedicated professionals, it provides one-stop solutions. The company has successfully delivered projects for numerous multinational industrial clients, earning a solid reputation for excellence. With nearly two decades of expertise, has become synonymous with transforming spaces into visually stunning and functionally exceptional environments. Our dedication to innovation and quality ensures that every project reflects the highest standards of workmanship.

About the role

The company urgently looking for a Purchasing Executive to manage and execute procurement and purchasing activities efficiently and ethically, ensuring the timely and cost-effective acquisition of goods and services. You will work closely with Quantity Surveyors, Project Management, Finance, and Site Operations to support project-based procurement timelines and construction delivery schedules.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Process internal purchase requests and generate Request for Quotations (RFQs).
• Source quotations from a minimum of three qualified vendors, prepare quotation comparison sheets, and obtain necessary approvals.
• Negotiate prices, payment terms, and delivery schedules with suppliers.
• Issue and track Purchase Orders (POs) in a timely manner.
• Coordinate closely with suppliers to ensure on-time delivery to sites, resolving any delivery delays, non-conformance, or quality issues.
• Conduct periodic supplier evaluations, maintain approved vendor lists (AVL), and ensure vendor compliance with the Company Code of Conduct, ESG commitments, and regulatory obligations.
• Assist Quantity Surveyors in sourcing materials during the tender stage and request samples and technical data sheets as required.
• Support cost control through market benchmarking, negotiation, and recommending alternative sourcing strategies.

What We're Looking For:

• Diploma or Degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field.

• Minimum 2 years of experience in procurement or purchasing, preferably in the construction or engineering industry.

• Familiarity with sourcing, vendor evaluation, quotation comparison processes, and basic ERP or digital procurement systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics).

• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, and basic ERP or procurement systems.

• Good negotiation and communication skills, with strong attention to detail, record-keeping, and follow-through.

• Proficient in both Bahasa Malaysia and English (spoken and written).

• Team player with high standards of integrity, confidentiality, ethical conduct, and the ability to multitask in fast-paced, project-driven environments.

Perks and benefits

• Full medical coverage (outpatient, inpatient & annual check‑ups)
• Fixed allowance plus travel & accommodation support
• Flexible work options & generous leave (annual, family, festival)
• Bonuses, salary reviews & clear promotion pathways
• Wellness perks: sports subsidies, welfare facilities, Best Employee Award

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