The ideal candidate will possess strong strategic thinking, technical sourcing expertise, and the ability to influence decisions across a highly matrixed global organization.
Operational Purchasing Management
Manage purchasing activities for assigned commodities and suppliers to ensure continuity of supply, timely delivery, and operational efficiency.
Execute and monitor procurement activities including purchase order management, supplier follow-up, expediting, and issue resolution for critical materials.
Ensure purchasing activities are aligned with production requirements, inventory targets, and business priorities.
Support daily operational procurement activities and resolve material-related issues in a timely manner.
Supplier Performance Management
Monitor and manage supplier performance for assigned suppliers, including delivery performance, responsiveness, quality, and service support.
Lead or support supplier performance improvement initiatives such as On-Time Delivery (OTD) improvement programs and corrective action follow-up.
Work with team members and suppliers to identify and mitigate supply risks impacting operations.
Inventory Control & Material Planning Support
Support inventory control initiatives to improve inventory health, minimize shortages, and reduce excess or ageing inventory.
Drive inventory improvement projects across the purchasing team through data analysis and process recommendations.
Provide input and recommendations on inventory control settings such as min/max levels, safety stock, and planning parameters.
Collaborate with planners and production teams to support material readiness and assess supply impact on production output.
SIOP & Cross-Functional Participation
Participate in SIOP and operational meetings as the purchasing representative for the site.
Highlight material supply concerns, procurement risks, and planning gaps that may impact production and customer commitments.
Collaborate closely with Planning, Manufacturing, Engineering, Quality, and Supply Chain teams to support operational priorities and business continuity .
NPI, EOP & Engineering Change Support
Support New Product Introduction (NPI), End-of-Production (EOP), and Engineering Change activities to ensure smooth material transition and supply readiness.
Coordinate with suppliers and internal stakeholders on material changes, transition plans, and inventory impact assessments.
Procurement Analytics & Reporting
Prepare and analyze site-level purchasing KPIs, operational reports, and procurement dashboards.
Utilize available data and reporting tools to identify trends, derive insights, and support improvement actions across the purchasing team.
Support reporting activities related to shortages, ageing PRs, CTB reports, waterfall analysis, inventory trends, and supplier performance metrics.
Procurement Process Improvement
Identify opportunities to improve purchasing processes, workflows, reporting methods, and operational efficiency.
Support continuous improvement initiatives aimed at reducing waste, improving cycle time, and enhancing purchasing effectiveness.
Provide proactive recommendations on process, tools, and system enhancements to improve procurement operations.
Team Support & Capability Development
Act as a senior technical resource within the purchasing team by providing guidance, coaching, and knowledge sharing to team members.
Support the Purchasing Manager in strengthening team capabilities, succession planning, and operational development initiatives.
Contribute to business continuity planning (BCP) and operational risk mitigation activities where required.
Stakeholder Management
Represent the purchasing team in site meetings, operational reviews, and cross-functional discussions.
Build and maintain effective working relationships with internal stakeholders and external suppliers to support business objectives and operational performance
Requirements
Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain, Procurement, Business Administration, Engineering, or related discipline.
Minimum 5-7 years of experience in purchasing, procurement, or supply chain operations within a manufacturing environment.
Strong knowledge of ERP/MRP systems, inventory control, supplier management, and procurement operations.
Experience in KPI reporting, operational analysis, and cross-functional collaborati
Benefits
Health insuranceEquity / stock options
Additional Information
When joining PerkinElmer, you select an experienced and trusted leader in scientific solutions, with the support of a global service network and distribution centers, providing the right solution, at the right time, to meet critical customer needs. With over an 80+ year legacy of advancing science and a mission of innovating for a healthier world, our dedicated team collaborates closely with commercial, government, academic and healthcare customers to deliver our broad portfolio of analytical solutions, and OneSource services.
Job Title
Senior Purchasing Specialist
Location(s)
Johor
Job Description
Perkinelmer · Johor