Associate Procurement Specialist
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Job Location:
Kuala Lumpur - Malaysia
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
12 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
ABOUT US
Were the worlds leading provider of secure financial messaging services headquartered in Belgium. We are the way the world moves value across borders through cities and overseas. No other organisation can address the scale precision pace and trust that this demands and were proud to support the global economy.
Were unique too. We were established to find a better way for the global financial community to move value a reliable safe and secure approach that the community can trust completely. Were always striving to be better and are constantly evolving in an ever-changing landscape without undermining that trust. Five decades on our vibrant community reflects the complexity and diversity of the financial ecosystem. We innovate diligently test exhaustively then implement a connected and exciting era our mission has never been more relevant. Swift now has a presence in 200 countries and legal territories to serve a community of more than 12000 banks and financial institutions.
We are looking for a Junior Buyer to join our Procurement team and assist in the execution of procurement activities in accordance with company policies and procedures. Reporting to a Senior Buyer or Procurement Specialist this role will support procurement operations of low to medium complexity ensuring timely delivery of goods and services and compliance with procurement standards.
The Junior Buyer will contribute to purchase execution supplier coordination and accurate documentation. This role will focus on supporting day-to-day procurement tasks maintaining records and assisting in optimizing procurement performance across assigned categories. The Junior Buyer will also be expected to stay informed about updates and adapt to changes in procurement processes as automation is introduced. The ability to evolve with the project and embrace new technologies and methods will be essential.
Key Responsibilities
- Support daily procurement operations by preparing purchase orders requesting quotations and following up with vendors promptly and accurately.
- Monitor end-to-end delivery of goods and services track progress follow up with vendors and resolve delivery or invoicing issues proactively. Escalate complex matters when necessary.
- Serve as a point of contact for internal stakeholders providing timely updates on procurement status and advising on potential delays or issues affecting purchase requests.
- Assist in procurement-related projects by executing assigned tasks or managing small-scale initiatives under guidance.
- Maintain accurate procurement records and documentation in compliance with company policies ensuring efficient and reliable support.
- Develop category-specific procurement knowledge through guidance from senior colleagues and internal resources.
- Communicate effectively with internal stakeholders to provide updates and resolve routine procurement queries.
- Prepare standard procurement reports presentations and data analyses to support operational needs and decision-making.
- Continuously enhance procurement knowledge by staying informed on market trends supplier capabilities and purchasing best practices to contribute to team objectives.
- Adapt to changes in procurement processes driven by the ongoing S2P project and embrace new technologies and methods.
Education
Bachelors degree in Business Supply Chain Procurement Finance or any related field.
Experience
- Minimum 12 years of relevant procurement or purchasing experience.
- Experience with procure-to-pay (P2P) processes and basic contract terms is an advantage.
- Familiarity with sourcing supplier coordination and transactional procurement operations.
- Ability to work in a cross-functional and multicultural environment and willingness to learn.
What we offer
We give you a competitive package
We help you perform at your best
We give you the freedom to be yourself
We give you the freedom to be yourself. We are creating an environment of unique individuals like you with different perspectives on the financial industry and the world. A diverse and inclusive environment in which everyones voice counts and where you can reach your full potential.
We are committed to an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. If you require a reasonable accommodation related to accessibility during your application or interview please contact or indicate this in your application.
Please note that this mailbox is not monitored for general recruitment enquiries and should only be used for accessibility or accommodation-related requests (for example related to vision hearing or neurodiversity).
All requests are confidential and will not affect your candidacy.
Dont meet every single requirement At Swift we are dedicated to building a workplace where people can bring their full selves and ideas to the team so if you are excited about this role we encourage you to apply even if you do not meet every single qualification.
Required Experience:
IC
Key Skills
- Purchasing
- Sourcing
- Procurement
- Employee Evaluation
- HR Sourcing
- SAP
- Supply Chain Experience
- Federal Aviation Regulations
- Contract Management
- Supplier Management
- negotiation
- Contracts
About Company
SWIFT is a global member-owned cooperative and the world’s leading provider of secure financial messaging services. We provide our community with a platform for messaging and standards for communicating, and we offer products and services to facilitate access and integration, identifi ... View more
