Purchaser (Freelance)

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This job is a freelance Purchaser at Pyrope Industries. You’ll source materials like rubber and chemicals, negotiate prices, and manage supplier relationships. You might like this job because it combines negotiation skills with a focus on production efficiency!

RM 3000 - RM 4000

Klang, Selangor

Job Description

About the Role

At Pyrope Industries, procurement is not just about placing orders. It directly impacts production efficiency, cost control and delivery performance.

As our Purchaser, you will be responsible for ensuring the right materials are sourced at the right price, quality and timeline — especially rubber compounds, chemicals, metal inserts and industrial components.

This role requires strong negotiation skills, cost awareness and manufacturing understanding.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Sourcing & Procurement

  • Source rubber raw materials, additives, chemicals and industrial supplies
  • Identify and evaluate new suppliers for better pricing and quality
  • Compare quotations and analyse cost structures
  • Negotiate pricing, lead time and payment terms
     

Vendor Management

  • Build and maintain strong supplier relationships
  • Monitor supplier performance (quality, delivery consistency, responsiveness)
  • Resolve supply or pricing disputes professionally
     

Procurement Planning & Coordination

  • Work closely with Production Planner to understand material requirements
  • Ensure timely issuance of purchase orders
  • Track deliveries to prevent production delays
  • Maintain procurement records and documentation
     

Cost Control & Optimisation

  • Monitor market price trends of raw materials
  • Identify cost-saving opportunities
  • Propose alternative suppliers or materials when appropriate
     

Compliance & Documentation

  • Maintain proper purchase documentation
  • Ensure compliance with internal procurement policies
  • Prepare simple procurement reports when required

Job Requirements

Job Requirements

Experience

  • Minimum 2–5 years experience in procurement within manufacturing industry
  • Experience in sourcing industrial materials preferred
  • Familiarity with rubber, plastic, or industrial component purchasing is a strong advantage
     

Technical & Professional Skills

  • Strong negotiation and vendor management skills
  • Good analytical and cost comparison ability
  • Familiar with Microsoft Excel (cost comparison sheets, tracking)
  • Understanding of production workflow is a plus
     

Personal Attributes

  • Detail-oriented and systematic
  • Strong sense of accountability
  • Able to work independently with minimal supervision
  • Good communication skills
  • Ethical and professional when handling supplier matters
     

Skills

Mandarin Chinese
Chinese Language
Manufacturing Operations
Purchasing Management
Procurement Management
Negotiation
Vendor Management
Procurement Strategy
Analytical Skills
Microsoft Office

Additional Info

Company Activity

Last active - few minutes ago

Career Level

Junior Executive

Job Specialisation


Company Profile

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Pyrope Industries Sdn Bhd

Our comprehensive product line includes Industrial Mechanical & Engineering Rubber Parts, Building & Structure Protection Products, Pipe & Valve Fitting Rubber Parts, Vehicle & Automotive Components, Hand Build Rubber Lining Works, and other applications. Our well-engineered rubber products offer several benefits for production applications, providing robust support to your machinery against active or...