Technical Supplier Coordinator - Batu Pahat

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Technical Supplier Coordinator to join a respected organisation in Johor, where your ability to foster strong supplier relationships and facilitate seamless communication between regional partners and global engineering teams will be highly valued.

With flexible working opportunities and a supportive team culture, this position offers you the chance to grow your skills while making a meaningful impact on both product development and supplier performance.

• Play a key role in bridging communication between regional suppliers and global engineering teams, ensuring clarity and efficiency throughout all project stages.
• Enjoy the benefits of working within an inclusive, multicultural environment that values teamwork, knowledge sharing, and professional growth.
• Support the design and development of advanced products by coordinating with various departments, including engineering, quality assurance, and compliance.

What you'll do:

Success in this role will come from your ability to communicate effectively across cultures, manage multiple priorities simultaneously, maintain meticulous records of supplier interactions, proactively address issues before they escalate, provide reliable support to technical teams, uphold rigorous quality standards among vendors, adapt quickly to changing circumstances or requirements, and contribute positively within a collaborative team environment.

• Facilitate clear and timely communication between regional suppliers and the global engineering team by participating in online meetings across multiple time zones, providing interpretation and translation as needed.
• Track the status and timelines of supplier contracts and purchase orders, ensuring all parties are informed of expectations, deliverables, and any changes to schedules.
• Escalate any project risks or issues that could impact progress to management promptly, following through with response plans as directed.
• Negotiate costs and quotes with suppliers while maintaining positive relationships that support long-term collaboration.
• Prepare detailed reports and status updates on project information for presentation to upper management, ensuring transparency at every stage.
• Attend regular project and staff update meetings to gather relevant information for ongoing projects and initiatives.
• Support engineering development activities by assisting with purchase order entry and other administrative tasks as required.
• Coordinate closely with quality assurance and compliance groups to ensure all suppliers meet established vendor standards.
• Assist in resolving ambiguities or uncertainties related to supplier performance or project requirements by collaborating with internal stakeholders.
• Adapt to additional tasks or responsibilities based on your strengths and capabilities as identified by management.

What you bring:

Most importantly, your willingness to embrace ambiguity—combined with an eagerness for continuous learning—will set you apart as someone who can adapt gracefully within a fast-evolving technical landscape.

• Demonstrated experience in building strong interpersonal relationships with both internal teams and external suppliers across diverse cultural backgrounds.
• Proven negotiation skills that enable you to secure favourable terms while maintaining positive long-term partnerships.
• Excellent organisational abilities that allow you to manage multiple projects simultaneously without compromising attention to detail or deadlines.
• Familiarity with business practices throughout the Asia Pacific region—including Vietnam, China, Korea—as well as an understanding of international collaboration involving the United States.
• Fluency in English, Mandarin, and Malay for effective multilingual communication in both written correspondence and live discussions.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office applications—particularly PowerPoint for presentations; Excel for data tracking; Outlook for scheduling communications.
• A solid grasp of basic product development concepts along with manufacturing terminology relevant to technical supplier coordination roles.
• Ability to remain composed when dealing with ambiguity or rapidly evolving project requirements by applying sound judgement and flexibility.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience that demonstrates your readiness for this level of responsibility within a technical environment.
• Willingness to participate in on-the-job training opportunities designed to further enhance your skills.

What sets this company apart:

If you are seeking a role where your talents will be nurtured within a caring community dedicated to achieving shared goals together, this is the place for you.

What's next:

If you are ready to take the next step in your career journey by joining a collaborative team dedicated to excellence in supplier coordination—apply now!

Apply today by clicking on the link provided below or email me at TengHong.Khoo@robertwalters.com.my to discuss this new opportunity!

Do note that we will only be in touch if your application is shortlisted.

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