Buyer - Contract Manufacturing

About the Role:

We areseekinga highly driven Buyer to managevendor sales materials, consignment inventory, andsparesreplenishment that support our manufacturing operations. This role oversees the complete procurement cycle from purchase order issuance through delivery and shipment, ensuring availability of materials whileoptimizingdelivery batches to support monthly production needs at the Contract Manufacturer (CM).

The ideal candidatepossessesstrong supplier management skills, experience in consignment processes, and the ability tooptimizesupply flow to minimize vendor‑sale items and excess inventory.

Working closely with CM partners, planning, and internal stakeholders, the Buyer proactively resolves supply issues, improves inventory health, and supports continuous improvement initiatives across cost, delivery, and material availability.

Work Location: ONSITE – Pasir Gudang, Johor Bahru.

Key Responsibilities:

Procurement & PO Management

• Manage the full lifecycle of procurement for vendor-sale and consignment parts—from PO issuance to receipt and shipment.

• Ensure all POs reflect correct pricing, terms, delivery schedules, and consignment arrangements.

• Follow up closely with suppliers to ensure on-time delivery and resolve any shipment or documentation issues.

Vendor Sales & Consignment Inventory Management

• Administer andmaintainconsignmentstock levels at CM or internal locations;monitordaily consumption and replenish asrequired.

• Track vendor sales items and drive actions to continuously reduce reliance on vendor-sale materials.

• Coordinate inventory reconciliation, cycle counts, and reporting with the CM and suppliers.

Delivery Batch Optimization

• Work with suppliers tooptimizedelivery batches to meet CM’s monthly production plans.

• Balance batch sizing with cost, storage constraints, and CM readiness to ensure smooth material flow.

• Adjust delivery schedules proactively in response to demand changes or production shifts.

Supplier Relationship & Performance Management

• Build andmaintainstrong working relationships with suppliers.

• Track delivery, quality, andresponsivenessperformance and escalate issues promptly.

• Collaborate with suppliers to improve lead times, delivery consistency, and replenishment models.

Inventory, Spares & Cost Optimization

• Manage spares inventory, ensuring sufficient stocking levels to prevent line-down or service disruptions.

Cross-Functional Support

• Work closely with planners on supply/demand alignment, delivery priorities, and material risks.

• Support engineering on new material introductions, part transitions, and ECO-related changes.

• Coordinate withlogisticson inbound shipments, freight modeselection, and customs documents where needed.

Reporting & Continuous Improvement

• Prepare regular reports on vendor sales trends, consignment usage,sparesstatus, and supplier performance.

• Review and adjustpurchasingstrategies to reduce operational risk and improve materials availability.

• Support continuous improvement projects aimed at reducing cost, improving efficiency, and enhancing data accuracy.

• Any other duties as assigned.

Qualifications & Competencies:

• Diplomaor Degreein Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or relevant discipline.

• Minimum 3-5years ofpurchasingor supply chain experience in manufacturingwith a strong understanding of consignment management, vendor sales models, and inventory control.

• Experienceoptimizingdelivery batches and working closely with Contract Manufacturers.

• Excellent negotiation, communication, and supplier management skills.

• Proficiencywith ERP/MRP systems (e.g., Oracle, SAP, Dynamics).

• Strong analytical skills and ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

• Must be willing to travel internationally as required (15-20%) 

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