Procurement Engineer – Electronics / PCB–PCA (Johor Bahru, Malaysia)

At BETWEEN, we are committed to attracting the best talent in the engineering field. We currently have a team of over 1,000 professionals. We are involved in a wide range of cutting-edge projects, working with the most innovative clients in R&D, automotive, pharma, machinery design, product development, and more.

We are looking for an Electronics Procurement Engineer with strong experience in PCA/PBA components and EMS supplier management. You will work closely with design, operations, quality, and EMS partners to ensure timely delivery of high-quality and cost-optimized electronic components. This role requires solid technical understanding of electronic parts, PCBA manufacturing processes, and supplier coordination in a fast-paced environment, as well as close collaboration with our manufacturing partner in Johor Bahru.

Main responsibilities

• Manage direct procurement activities for electronic components and PCA/PBA assemblies.
• Ensure availability of parts according to quality, delivery, and cost requirements.
• Coordinate daily with EMS suppliers for delivery, schedules, capacity, shortages, and quality topics.
• Lead RFQs, cost analysis, and cost-reduction initiatives with suppliers and internal teams.
• Evaluate component feasibility, lifecycle, alternatives, and risk assessments (PCN, EOL, multi-sourcing).
• Work with R&D to support DFM/DFx reviews for electronic designs.
• Support qualification of electronic parts and assemblies, validating compliance with design and reliability requirements.
• Drive supplier performance improvements, including 8D follow-ups, quality actions, and process improvement initiatives.
• Maintain procurement documentation, component databases, and supplier performance metrics.
• Collaborate closely with manufacturing partners in Johor Bahru, including regular onsite visits to EMS and component suppliers.
• Communicate fluently in English with global engineering, quality, and sourcing teams.
  
  

How you will work

• Hybrid work model: 2–3 days/week onsite in Johor Bahru.
• Monthly net salary: 6,500–8,000 MYR, depending on demonstrated experience.
• Permanent contract from day one.
  
  

What we offer at BETWEEN

• The opportunity to be part of a growing company with both national and international presence.
• A great place to work: we take care of our team and community through wellness, work-life balance, and CSR initiatives.
• You will join a high-performing and specialized team.
• Access to training and professional development opportunities.
• At BETWEEN, equal opportunity is one of our core values. We are committed to hiring the best talent regardless of race, religion, gender, age, or abilities, and to supporting their personal and professional growth.
  
  

Requirements

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Electronics, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, or related field.
• 5+ years of experience in procurement, supply chain, EMS management, or component sourcing for PCA/PBA.
• Strong technical knowledge of electronic components, PCB/PCBA manufacturing processes, and assembly constraints.
• Ability to evaluate BOMs, cost structures, alternates, PCNs, and EOL analysis.
• Experience with DFM/DFx, 8D processes, and supplier quality workflows.
• Familiarity with FMEA, IPC standards, and reliability/qualification processes is a plus.
• Proficiency with ERP and procurement tools.
• Strong negotiation, communication, and cross-functional coordination skills.
• High level of English for international collaboration.
• Experience in industrial, consumer electronics, or printing environments is a plus.