Assistant Manager, Purchasing

An Amazing Career Opportunity for a ASSISTANT MANAGER, PURCHASING !! 

Location: i-Park, Kulai

Job ID: 33380

Do you LOVE rewards as much as we do? Do you enjoy the planning, implementation, and communication of Total Rewards Programs? 

Does compensation, sales incentives, global position structures, career frameworks, health and wellness benefits, global mobility, immigration, and M&As - get you out of bed in the morning? If so, we want to hear from you! 

Who are we? 

HID powers the trusted identities of the world’s people, places, and things, allowing people to transact safely, work productively and travel freely.

We are a high-tech software company headquartered in Austin, TX, with over 4,500 worldwide employees. Check us out here: www.hidglobal.com and https://youtu.be/23km5H4K9Eo 

IDT is creating trusted identities for IoT applications through Smart Components and Enabling Services.

HID’s Identification Technologies powers the trusted identities of the world’s people, places and things through smart components and cloud services. We make it possible for people and organizations to transact safely, work productively, and travel freely. Our contactless identification and sensing (RFID, NFC, and BLE) components and solution enabling technologies address the dynamic requirements across multiple industries to wirelessly connect, identify, collect and manage data quickly and accurately across virtually any IoT application.

Are you ready to make a difference? Join us and help shape the future of security. 

As our ASSISTANT MANAGER, PURCHASING you’ll support HID’s success by: 

Summary

Assist the Supply Chain Manager in maintaining the smooth operation of daily purchasing activities, ensure SOP’s, policies and management direction are followed by the team and improved where necessary,  and ensure the Purchasing team adds value to the company’s objectives.

Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

1. Manage a team of Direct and Indirect Buyers.
   1. Ensure all buyers are familiar with SOP’s, policies and management direction and follow them
   2. Promote a team spirit of continuous improvement, mutual support, ownership and accountability
   3. Support buyers with day to day operational issues as the first line supervisor
   4. Coordinate with the Supply Chain Manager and the Buyers Team to achieve goals set by management
   5. Coordinate and approve leave requests and other minor HR related activities
   6. Provide input and support to the Supply Chain Manager to grow team members in line with company direction and staff capabilities
2. Generate Purchase Orders to suppliers (common raw materials & indirect purchases) after vetting all purchase requisitions are in order.
   1. Purchase of materials : Co-ordinate with internal customer, warehouse & supplier daily on delivery JIT mode.
   2. Sourcing/Purchase of in-direct materials, stationery , hardware & services
   3. Supports on PR/Fix asset/Petty cash buy requested by internal team.

3. Analyze capacity, material availability to help to determine the schedule material.
4. Communicate with planner and sales to understand demand.

5. Manage sub-con of material planning and semi-material delivery.

6. E​​​​​​​nsure sufficient inventory at all times of the safety stock materials, practice prudent purchasing and prevent over-stocking.

7. Ensure that all delivery complaint from production are duly attended and follow-up with suppliers and warehouse.

8. Request quotation, negotiate pricing & MOQ and liaise with suppliers on matters pertaining to:

   1. Sample requisition
   2. Requisition for Technical Data Sheet (TDS) and Chemical Safety Data Sheet (CSDS)
   3. Balance order / damaged / wrong delivery or returned of rejected raw materials

9. Maintain and create new item code for purchase materials and maintain/ updating procurement information in ERP system

10. Handling import shipments; liaise with supplier and shipping department all on documentation required for import clearance matters.

11. Prepare reports on purchases, including cost analysis.

12. Ensure all record & documentation are accurately, up-to date & filed.

13. Maintain/ review preferred supplier list and add/ remove suppliers.

14. Facilitate tenders for services and high value orders.

15. Source for new suppliers / products to support new product development or to reduce supply risk.

16. Handle quality issues with suppliers in cooperation with other departments to the best commercial and technical benefit of the company.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 year's working experience in the related field such as those has working experience as Procurement Officer / Materials Buyer / Tactical Purchaser / Technical Buyer / Purchasing executive / Supply Chain executive / Purchasing or Procurement Assistant Manager
• High level of integrity, assertive, honest

Education and/or Experience

• Bachelor's Degree in any disciplinary or equivalent.

Language Skills

• Able to read and write in English. Mandarin is an added advantage.

Computer Skills

• Knowledge of ERP Systems. Knowledge of Oracle is an added advantage
• Proficient in MS Office applications, such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.
• Familiar with operating systems, such as Windows, etc.

Work Environment

• Employee works primarily in a manufacturing environment, with in a well ventilated area, and is exposed to moderate noise levels.

Work Requirements

• Compliance to all relevant HID Global policies and procedures related to Quality, Security, Safety, Business Continuity, and Environmental systems.

​​​​​​​What we can offer you:

• Competitive salary and rewards package
• Competitive benefits and annual leave offering, allowing for work-life balance
• A vibrant, welcoming & inclusive culture
• Extensive career development opportunities and resources to maximize your potential
• To be a part of a global organization that is pioneering the hardware, software and services that allow people to confidently navigate the physical and digital worlds

Why apply? 

• Empowerment: You’ll work as part of a global team in a flexible work environment, learning and enhancing your expertise. We welcome an opportunity to meet you and learn about your unique talents, skills, and experiences. You don’t need to check all the boxes. If you have most of the skills and experience, we want you to apply.
• Innovation: You embrace challenges and want to drive change. We are open to ideas, including flexible work arrangements, job sharing or part-time job seekers.
• Integrity: You are results-orientated, reliable, and straightforward and value being treated accordingly. We want all our employees to be themselves, to feel appreciated and accepted.

HID is committed to building a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workforce that reflects the global communities we serve. As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We evaluate applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic. Our goal is to create a workplace that empowers everyone to thrive and be their authentic selves, fostering an environment of mutual respect and inclusivity. If you have a disability and require assistance or accommodation to participate in the application process or to perform essential job functions, please contact accommodations-ext@hidglobal.com.

We make it easier for people to get where they want to go!
On an average day, think of how many times you tap, twist, tag, push or swipe to get access, find information, connect with others or track something.  HID technology is behind billions of interactions, in more than 100 countries.  We help you create a verified, trusted identity that can get you where you need to go – without having to think about it.  
 
When you join our HID team, you’ll also be part of the ASSA ABLOY Group, the global leader in access solutions. You’ll have 61,000 colleagues in more than 70 different countries. We empower our people to build their career around their aspirations and our ambitions – supporting them with regular feedback, training, and development opportunities. Our colleagues think broadly about where they can make the most impact, and we encourage them to grow their role locally, regionally, or even internationally. As we welcome new people on board, it’s important to us to have diverse, inclusive teams, and we value different perspectives and experiences.

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