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ONNEC Group are a leading independent technology partner and global integrator, with over 30 years experience, and a 800+ team of global experts, specialising in providing end-to-end connectivity solutions. We are looking for a Senior Buyer to be responsible for delivering a high-quality procurement service that supports the safe, timely and commercially effective delivery of projects in Malaysia. The role owns the sourcing, negotiation, procurement and supplier coordination activities required to secure materials and related services in line with project schedules, budget expectations and quality standards. Working closely with cross-functional stakeholders, the Senior Buyer ensures that procurement plans are aligned to business priorities and changing site requirements. The role combines tactical procurement execution with strong commercial judgement, supplier relationship management, demand planning support and continual improvement of procurement controls, supplier performance and cost efficiency.
Job Responsibility
Lead end-to-end procurement activity for materials, equipment required across multiple concurrent projects and operational requirements
Source structured cabling materials, fibre and copper systems, racks, containment, fixings, patching components, labels and associated accessories in line with approved specifications
Generate RFQs, obtain competitive quotations, evaluate options and recommend best-value procurement decisions based on price, quality, lead time, compliance and service support
Create and maintain accurate material records, supplier pricing lists and purchase orders within the company system
Ensure all orders are raised correctly, approved in line with delegated authority requirements and placed within the required turnaround times to support project execution
Develop, maintain and strengthen supplier relationships to ensure dependable service, strong support and alignment with project and business objectives
Negotiate commercial terms, pricing, rebates, lead times, delivery commitments and payment arrangements to optimise total cost of ownership and protect project margins
Review and benchmark existing suppliers on cost competitiveness, quality, responsiveness, availability, reliability and overall performance
Support supplier rationalisation and the development of an approved / preferred supplier base where this improves consistency, risk management and commercial value
Escalate and resolve supplier performance issues, shortages, non-conformances and delivery concerns in a timely and professional manner
Work closely with PMs, Operations and Design teams to align procurement requirements with project programmes, installation sequencing and site access dates
Track open purchase orders and supplier commitments to ensure materials are delivered in the time required and to the correct location
Proactively identify risks relating to lead times, availability, substitutions, import constraints or logistics disruption and implement practical mitigation plans
Support demand planning and forecasting by providing visibility on material status, supplier capacity and anticipated constraints
Coordinate with warehouse and logistics colleagues to improve order consolidation, goods receipt accuracy and efficient issue of materials to projects
Contribute to cost-saving initiatives through effective negotiation, specification challenge, order consolidation and market testing
Maintain accurate records of quotations, purchase orders, confirmations, savings achieved, supplier correspondence and supporting procurement documentation
Provide timely reporting and updates on material status, ordering progress, cost risks, supplier issues and opportunities for improvement
Support invoice query resolution and reconciliation in partnership with Finance, ensuring alignment between purchase orders, goods receipt and supplier billing
Ensure procurement activity is carried out in accordance with company policies, commercial controls, audit requirements and good procurement practice
Ensure that procured materials and services align with technical, quality and compliance requirements and that supplier commitments are properly documented
Support the implementation of BS ISO/IEC 27001 data security management obligations, while upholding associated legislation, company procedures and policies
Maintain accurate and audit-ready procurement records, supplier documentation and procurement data to support internal and external audit requirements
Requirements
Bachelor's degree or diploma in Supply Chain, Procurement, Business, Engineering or a related discipline
equivalent relevant experience may also be considered
Proven experience in a Senior Buyer role within structured cabling, ICT infrastructure, telecommunications, construction, electrical, data centre or similarly project-driven environments
Strong track record in supplier negotiation, quote analysis, purchase order management and delivery coordination
Good technical appreciation of the goods being procured and a willingness to continuously develop product and market knowledge
Experience using procurement / ERP systems such as Sage, with strong working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Outlook, Word and PowerPoint
Understanding of supply market conditions, lead-time management, cost drivers and practical procurement risk mitigation