Buyer – Procurement Lead

About the role

Applied Materials is seeking a Buyer to lead purchasing activities across manufacturing and engineering teams in Kulim, Malaysia. You will ensure inventory levels are maintained, resolve material‑related issues, and drive continuous improvement in the procurement function.

Key responsibilities

• Lead purchasing activities with manufacturing and engineering departments to maintain inventory at planned levels.
• Resolve material‑related accounting and receiving issues.
• Develop methods to simplify procurement processes.
• Participate in the creation and maintenance of ISO documents for purchasing.
• Manage the purchasing group’s activities in the manager’s absence.
• Oversee purchasing projects, monitoring cost, schedule, and scope.
• Distribute workload among Buyers, train and audit lower‑level personnel.

Required profile

• Demonstrated expertise in procurement with a solid understanding of related business disciplines.
• Knowledge of best practices, market competition, and how procurement integrates with other functions.
• Ability to lead small projects, mentor less‑experienced colleagues, and solve complex problems.
• Strong communication skills to convey sensitive information and build consensus.

What we offer

• Location in Kulim, Malaysia with a supportive work culture that encourages learning and career growth.
• Comprehensive health, wellbeing, and personal development programs.
• Opportunities to work on innovative material‑science projects that impact global technology.