An international health care services provider in Malaysia is seeking a Purchasing Manager. In this job, you will oversee the purchasing functions for its nationwide operations.

About the Purchasing Manager Role:
Functionally and administratively reporting directly to the Finance Director, this role requires you to execute and manage the stock and procurement process for medical supplies, capital equipment, and any other purchases necessary for the operations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee all purchasing activities, ensuring strict adherence to purchasing policies and procedures
• Source routine and ad hoc purchase requests from internal customers
• Manage the tender process and handle product shortages and recalls efficiently
• Effectively manage vendor relationships and optimise procurement strategies
• Analyse past spend trends and forecast future volumes for RFP processes
• Liaise with suppliers for new products, price negotiations, and contract agreements
• Evaluate and meet with potential suppliers regularly to build strong business relationships
• Maintain optimal inventory levels across all centres
• Generate and distribute monthly reports for finance and operations
• Review and manage inventory holdings to ensure appropriate levels at all times
• Conduct monthly inventory physical counts and reconcile the data
• Analyse treatment costing and other consumables for efficient material usage
• Develop minimum and maximum stock levels and set reorder points for each centre
• Drive cost-saving initiatives and propose data evaluations to management before implementing product changes
• Foster positive relationships with internal customers and external suppliers
• Develop training programmes for Facility Administrators and Centre Inventory Champions
• Attend all centre's inventory physical counts, identify issues, and suggest improvement plans to enhance inventory management

To succeed in this Purchasing Manager role, you will need to have a minimum of seven years' experience in logistics and warehouse management functions.

Key Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Business Management or related analytics fields
• Minimum of five years' experience in logistics and warehouse management, preferably in the retail industry and international trade
• Proficiency in using computer-based data management systems
• Experience in the medical/health care industry is preferred
• Intermediate computer skills with proficiency in MS Excel, and basic skills in MS Word and Outlook is required
• Background as a regulated pharmacist will be considered an added advantage
• A sense of urgency and can handle unforeseen crises effectively
• Skillful in maximising resources to achieve key metrics
• Integral member of a highly motivated and cohesive management team
• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills, adept at attentive listening and effective communication across all organisational levels
• Professional demeanour with the ability to interact persuasively and confidently at the executive level
• Builds relationships effectively, appreciating diverse backgrounds and perspectives
• Open to exploring new possibilities and approaches; visionary and intellectually agile
• Exhibits leadership skills, setting meaningful goals and inspiring others to achieve them; fosters teamwork and acknowledges individual contributions
• Business acumen to analyse the financial implications of decisions and understanding market strategies impact on the company
• Applies innovative thinking to enhance acute and chronic dialysis operations and management

This health care services company needs someone who is very hands-on and driven to expand the company business. It is a very team-based environment for the work culture within the company. The firm is also very focused on growing employees internally.

If you are driven, determined, and want to take the next step in your procurement career, this is the role for you. Great career progression opportunities await the right person in this exciting Purchasing Manager role.

Apply now by emailing me at Wenjun.ngai@robertwalters.com.my/calling me at 03 2303 7048 to discuss this new opportunity.

Do note that we will only be in touch if your application is shortlisted.

Agensi Pekerjaan Robert Walters Sdn Bhd
Business Registration Number : 729828-T
Licence Number : JTKSM 423C