Senior Procurement Engineer / Procurement Assistant Manager

Klang Permanent MYR10,000 - MYR14,000 per month (MYR120,000 - MYR168,000 per year) View Job Description
Responsible for managing supplier evaluations, purchase orders, and the RFQ process while ensuring alignment with company procurement goals. The role focuses on optimizing strategies, analyzing data, and maintaining strong supplier communication to enhance procurement efficiency and performance.
  • Join a global leader in industrial equipment
  • Be part of a growing business

About Our Client

A well-established provider of industrial equipment and offering modern solutions with a focus on efficiency, innovation, and sustainability. Operates globally, including a strong presence in Asia.

Job Description

  • Source parts and components to ensure cost, quality, and delivery targets are met
  • Select and manage suppliers to align with company standards and performance expectations
  • Negotiate lead times, pricing, and quality terms with suppliers to maximize company benefit
  • Monitor supplier performance and conduct evaluations with feedback for continuous improvement
  • Gather and analyze market data to support strategic purchasing decisions
  • Conduct feasibility studies for localization projects
  • Support Engineering in new product costing and development
  • Collaborate with suppliers and internal teams on product qualification and production trials
  • Perform technical inspections of new samples from local suppliers as needed
  • Provide technical support to local production, including equipment setup and spare part sourcing
  • Follow procurement guidelines set by headquarters
  • Build strategic relationships with key suppliers aligned with business needs
  • Ensure all procurement activities comply with legal, commercial, and contractual requirements

The Successful Applicant

A successful Senior Purchasing Engineer should have:

  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical/Automation Engineering or equivalent
  • Minimum 5 years of experience in sourcing and procurement, specifically with sheet metal parts, wire mesh products, and plastic parts
  • Strong skills in costing for part and tooling estimations
  • Excellent negotiation and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively within the supply chain
  • Ability to work under pressure with minimal supervision, and is self-motivated, customer-oriented, and results-driven
  • Familiarity with manufacturing processes for sheet metal parts, wire mesh, plastic injection, and electrical control panels (enclosures)
  • Experience in sourcing raw materials (e.g., steel coil, wire rod, plastic resin), monitoring prices and stock movements
  • Experience in Quality Assurance/Quality Control is a plus

What's on Offer

  • Competitive salary with excellent perks and benefits.
  • Opportunity to thrive in a dynamic, innovative work environment.
  • Contribute to a company committed to quality and excellence.
Contact
Ashwin Hastir
Quote job ref
JN-032025-6692135
Phone number
+60323024105

Job summary

Function
Procurement & Supply Chain
Specialisation
Procurement Management
What is your area of specialisation?
Industrial / Manufacturing
Location
Klang
Contract Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Ashwin Hastir
Consultant contact
+60323024105
Job Reference
JN-032025-6692135

Diversity & Inclusion at Michael Page

We don't just accept difference - we celebrate it. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply for this role and are committed to building inclusive, diverse workplaces where everyone can thrive. If you require any support or reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know.