Purchasing Executive

Job Summary

The Purchasing Executive is responsible for negotiating and purchasing cost-effective supplies as requested by the user and management. The purchasing Executive also sources surgical and medical equipment as requested and approved by end-users and management.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Liaison with suppliers and vendors for quotations and negotiates price. To arrange for selected vendors to attend purchasing committee meeting and requested by management.
• To keep inventory level of stock, identify foreign and domestic suppliers and keep abreast of changes of products and materials.
• To track market conditions, price trends or future markets of hospital products and services.
• To train and supervise clerk to handle goods and service and ensure correct procedure and maintain accurate records of all purchases.
• To participate in providing opinions on the selection of suppliers to the management.
• To work closely with other Pantai Hospitals on bulk purchasing and other products or services.
• To arrange for product demonstrations when necessary.
• Be informed of the latest trends in products or services.
• To check on competition buying and selling activities and watch general economic condition to anticipate patients ‘willing to pay’ behavior and buying patterns. To optimize usage of computer system to obtain instant and accurate product and price listings, to track inventory levels and process routine orders.
• To monitor and evaluate suppliers’ performance and maintain good rapport with them to ensure continuous supply and reliable service.
• Maintain relevant records and documents in the department.
• Responsible for the effective implementation of all policies and procedures within the unit.
• Participate in an ongoing review of practices and procedures of purchasing and recommend improvement as necessary.

Education Requirement

• Diploma / Degree in related field

Experience / Knowledge Requirements

• Minimum 4 years’ experience in Purchasing or related field / service industry.
• Preferably in healthcare / hotel and related services industries.
• Good communication skills both written and spoken.
• Good interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work with people.
• Working technical knowledge of hospital goods and services to be purchased.
• Computer literate.
• Good negotiation skills.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: RM2,200.00 - RM3,500.00 per month

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Maternity leave
• Opportunities for promotion
• Professional development

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Fixed shift

Supplemental Pay:

• Performance bonus

Experience:

• Buyer/Purchaser: 1 year (Preferred)

Language:

• Mandarin (Preferred)
• Bahasa (Preferred)