Buyer

Job Description

Purchasing

• Source, evaluate, and select suppliers for materials, components, and services.
• Issue Purchase Orders (POs) and ensure timely delivery of goods.
• Negotiate pricing, terms, and contracts to achieve cost savings.
• Monitor supplier performance (delivery, quality, responsiveness).
• Resolve supply issues, shortages, and discrepancies.
• Maintain accurate purchasing records in ERP systems.
  
  

Planning (Material / Production Planning)

• Analyze demand forecasts and create material requirement plans (MRP).
• Plan inventory levels to meet production needs while minimizing excess stock.
• Coordinate with production, warehouse, and logistics teams on scheduling.
• Monitor stock levels and take action to avoid stock outs or overstock.
• Adjust plans based on changes in demand, supply disruptions, or production priorities.
  
  

Supplier & Stakeholder Coordination

• Communicate with suppliers regarding delivery schedules and changes.
• Collaborate with internal teams (Production, Engineering, QA, Finance).
• Support new product introductions and sourcing activities.
  
  

Reporting & Analysis

• Prepare reports on purchasing trends, cost savings, and inventory status.
• Analyze data to improve planning accuracy and procurement efficiency.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives in supply chain processes.
  
  

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field.
• 2–5 years of relevant experience in purchasing, planning, or supply chain functions (depending on seniority level).
• Strong understanding of planning and purchasing item attributes within Oracle ERP system.
• Proven negotiation skills with the ability to manage and develop supplier relationships effectively.
• Analytical mindset with strong problem-solving capabilities.
• Excellent communication, coordination, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage a wide range of detailed and diverse tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Capability to integrate cross-functional knowledge, including manufacturing processes, customer service requirements, accounting principles, product design, and ERP system functionalities.
• Due to business needs, proficiency in both English and Mandarin (written and verbal) is preferred.
  
  

Working Conditions

• This role is onsite / hybrid / remote
  
  

Ensure adherence to company’s values (ICARE) in all aspects of your position at Coherent Corp.:

Integrity – Create an Environment of Trust

Collaboration – Innovate Through the Sharing of Ideas

Accountability – Own the Process and the Outcome

Respect – Recognize the Value in Everyone

Enthusiasm – Find a Sense of Purpose in Work

Coherent Corp. is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

About Us

Coherent is a global leader in lasers, engineered materials and networking components. We are a vertically integrated manufacturing company that develops innovative products for diversified applications in the industrial, optical communications, military, life sciences, semiconductor equipment, and consumer markets. Coherent provides a comprehensive career development platform within an environment that challenges employees to perform at their best, while rewarding excellence and hard-work through a competitive compensation program. It's an exciting opportunity to work for a company that offers stability, longevity and growth. Come Join Us!

Note to recruiters and employment agencies: We will not pay for unsolicited resumes from recruiters and employment agencies unless we have a signed agreement and have required assistance, in writing, for a specific opening.

About The Team

Coherent Malaysia (formerly known as II-VI Incorporated) began operations in 2001 through the incorporation of Finisar Malaysia with 300 headcounts, now employs over 3000 employees. Ipoh’s assembly and test site for optical components, transceivers, and wavelength management equipment, remains committed to the expansion of Coherent Corporation, accelerated by the growth of next generation products to meet the increasing demands for network bandwidth and data storage.

Coherent provides a comprehensive career development platform within an environment that challenges employees to perform at their best, while rewarding excellence and hard-work through a competitive compensation program. It's an exciting opportunity to work for a company that offers stability, longevity and growth. Come Join Us!