JOB PURPOSE: To plan, source, and procure raw materials, indirect materials, and services in a timely and cost-effective manner while ensuring quality, compliance with ISO 9001 & ISO 14001 standards, and uninterrupted operational support to the company.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Procurement Planning & Control
· Plan and execute purchasing activities based on production requirements, stock levels, and operational needs.
· Ensure timely procurement of raw materials, indirect materials (MRO, consumables), and services.
· Monitor inventory levels and avoid shortages, excess stock, and obsolescence.
2. Sourcing & Supplier Management
· Source, evaluate, and develop qualified suppliers for materials and services.
· Continuously seek new materials or alternative suppliers to support cost reduction and quality improvement initiatives.
· Monitor supplier performance in terms of delivery, quality, pricing, and service.
· Resolve supplier issues, delinquencies, and non-conformance cases.
3. Purchase Order Management
· Prepare, issue, and manage Purchase Orders (POs) in accordance with approved requisitions and budgets.
· Ensure POs are accurate in terms of pricing, quantity, specifications, and delivery terms.
· Track and manage delivery schedules to ensure on-time delivery.
· Expedite overdue orders and follow up with suppliers when required.
4. Goods Receiving & Documentation (GRN)
· Coordinate with Store/Warehouse to ensure proper receiving of goods.
· Ensure Goods Receiving Notes (GRN) are entered accurately and timely in the system.
· Verify received items against PO and Delivery Order (DO).
· Coordinate with QC for inspection and resolve discrepancies or shortages.
5. Indirect Materials & Services Procurement
· Manage procurement of indirect items, including MRO supplies, office supplies, tooling, packaging materials, and services.
· Ensure indirect purchases are cost-effective and aligned with company policy.
· Monitor usage trends and recommend cost-saving measures.
6. ISO 9001 & ISO 14001 Compliance
· Establish, implement, and maintain procurement-related ISO 9001 & ISO 14001 procedures.
· Ensure purchasing activities comply with quality and environmental requirements.
· Maintain proper documentation and records for audit purposes.
· Participate in internal and external audits as required.
7. Training & Team Development
· Provide on-the-job training and guidance to subordinates.
· Ensure purchasing team understands procurement procedures, system usage, and compliance requirements.
· Support continuous improvement within the department.
8. Coordination & Communication
· Liaise with Production, Planning, Store, QC, Finance, and other departments to ensure smooth operations.
· Communicate proactively on material availability, delivery status, and procurement risks.
· Support cross-functional problem-solving related to supply chain issues.
9. Reporting & Continuous Improvement
· Prepare purchasing reports such as:
o Supplier performance reports
o Cost saving initiatives
o Delivery and inventory status
· Identify opportunities for process improvement and efficiency enhancement.
10. Other Duties
· Attend to other duties and assignments as instructed by Management or immediate superior.
AUTHORITY
· Issue Purchase Orders within approved limits.
· Recommend supplier selection and sourcing decisions.
· Escalate procurement risks, shortages, or compliance issues to Management.
ZW Packaging Sdn Bhd was incorporated in the year 2008 as a packaging solution provider to Multi-National Company. We diversified into a wide range of packaging products and we have grown remarkably and diversified into various total packaging concepts.