Kinetics is a dynamic global company with dedicated employees in Malaysia, Singapore, China, Middle East, Europe and North America region. With over 35 years of experience providing process and mechanical solutions for customers in the microelectronics, solar, biopharm and other technology-focused markets, now we are inviting talents to join us as we pursue our vision to be the leading company. Kinetics is an equal opportunity employer. Employees should be treated fairly, consistently, and with dignity and respect. Kinetics makes employment decisions without regard to race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, marital status, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical condition), sexual orientation, age, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. This policy applies to all areas of employment, including recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, compensation, and benefits. Kinetics’ Code of Business Conduct reflects the company’s commitment to comply with the highest legal and ethical standards of business practices. You may raise your concern via our appointed independent provider, SUARA via https://suara.live/concern/index/29
DAILY TASK
- Support materials sourcing activities.
- Maintain data base on sourcing outcome.
- Manage costing, quotation and negotiation with suppliers.
- Track supplier performance.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Sourcing
- Identify, evaluate and select local and global suppliers, and set-up standards and processes for contract negotiation, price benchmarking, quality control and periodic auditing.
- Establish a fast-response, competitive sourcing team to support the Sales organization.
- Participate in project planning process to assure material readiness to support business need.
- Strategic expansion of supplier network to find alternative sources and drive local sourcing effort to minimize cost.
- Manage supplier relationship and be the point of escalation to resolve any cost, quality, and delivery issues.
- Identify continuous cost reduction opportunities to meet Company cost savings targets.
Costing / Quoting
- Review incoming customer RFQs for eligibility, technical specifications and completeness of Bill-Of-Material, and contact customers directly for missing or unclear information.
- Provide Sales with accurate RFQ cost calculations in-line with company standards.
- Optimise selection of suppliers to offer lowest possible cost at acceptable MOQs and payment terms.
- Review complex RFQs with the Engineering team, and contact customers for verification if needed.
- Analyze data to identify process improvements and set KPIs to increase quote accuracy, shorten response time, and improve customer satisfaction.
- Effectively lead, motivate and manage performance of all department staff by setting annual goals and personal development plans, and by conducting quarterly staff reviews.
QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS
- Degree in engineering, business, or similar discipline required, with at least 5 years of experience in procurement or supply chain management.
- Experience in equipment fabrication and/or construction industry is preferred.
- Thorough understanding of sourcing methodologies and frameworks.
- Solid analytical skills, with good knowledge of cost analyses
- Strong negotiation skills.
- Knowledge of mechanical, electrical & electronics products, and ability to analyse bills of material and drawings will be added advantages.
Working hours: Monday - Friday
Entitle for OT Rate 1.5 (Normal Working Day & Off Day)/ 2.0 (Public Holiday & Rest Day) / 3.0 (Rest Day on PH)
Contribution of EPF, Socso & EIS. Annual Leave, Sick Leaves and Other Special Leaves under company.
Employee is protected under Group Hospitalization, Group Term Life, Group Personal Accidents & Business Travel Insurance (when required).
SALARY RANGE IS BASED ON EXPERIENCE.
Any further details regarding company information or job inquiries, you may visit our website at https://www.kinetics.net/en or email to [email protected]
Job Type: Permanent
Pay: RM4,000.00 - RM6,000.00 per month
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Maternity leave
- Opportunities for promotion
- Parental leave
- Professional development
Work Location: In person
Application Deadline: 08/30/2025
Expected Start Date: 09/10/2025
