PEC is an international technology supplier, committed to enable the production of green batteries for a Blue Planet. We are looking for a Buyer to join us in our mission to contribute to a greener future. The role is based at our new site in Penang, Malaysia. By joining us, you will contribute to building the first large scale battery factories in Asia, Europe and the United States
Your tasks
We are seeking a Strategic Buyer to handle procurement administration and order execution for make-to-order (MTO) and OEM parts. This role focuses on vendor relationship management, daily procurement, order follow-up and documentation, ensuring on-time delivery, cost control and quality compliance.
- Manage procurement requests for MTO and OEM parts based on technical specifications, drawings, designated suppliers, and target pricing
- Interpret and evaluate engineering drawings and specifications to ensure accurate understanding of design and manufacturing requirements
- Align technical requirements with supplier capabilities by collaborating on production methods and supporting minor design optimizations to reduce cost
- Manage daily supplier relationships, ensuring effective communication, issue resolution, and continuous alignment on cost reduction and other expectations
- Create and issue purchase orders in compliance with company procedures, maintaining accurate and complete procurement documentation
- Monitor order status and proactively follow up with suppliers to ensure on-time delivery
- Coordinate with PEC teams (cost engineering, production, quality, and purchasing) to track supplier performance and provide status updates
- Resolve delivery delays, quantity discrepancies, and quality issues in collaboration with suppliers and internal stakeholders
- Maintain supplier performance data and support vendor evaluations
- Contribute to cost control initiatives and continuous improvement of procurement processes
- Ensure procurement activities comply with company policies and regulatory requirements
Your skills
- Minimum relevant Bachelor's degree with technical background
- 2–4 years working experience in the manufacturing industry
- Strong knowledge of production techniques, including machining, sheet metal processing, finishing, injection molding (IM), and cables and wires (C&W)
- Solid understanding of technical specifications, engineering drawings, and measurement methods
- Highly analytical with strong numerical and problem-solving skills
- Proficient in MS Office (especially Excel); working experience with SAP is required
- Meticulous, responsible and able to work efficiently under pressure
- Solid English communication skills (oral & written); additional language skills a plus
Our offer
- You'll have a compensation package based on the market and related to your experience.
- You will have a permanent employment contract offering you security and stability.
- A chance to engineer your own future and grow and develop yourself in a dynamic and international company that focuses on innovation and customer satisfaction.
Up for the challenge
Important Notice
We carefully evaluate all candidates based on the completeness of their application.
To ensure your application receives full and fair consideration for any role at PEC, you are required to submit your application through our official career website and complete the required application form.
Applications submitted only via LinkedIn/Jobstreet or other third-party platforms, without completing our official application form, will not be processed or considered.
To proceed with your application, please apply directly at:
https://careers.peccorp.com and email your resume to: [Confidential Information]
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