Zoe Tai

Purchasing Executive

About

As a dedicated Purchasing Executive with 3 years of hands-on experience in procurement and supply chain management, I am passionate about optimizing purchasing processes, building strong supplier relationships, and contributing to operational excellence. Graduating with First Class Honours in Supply Chain Management, I bring a strong academic foundation combined with real-world expertise in strategic sourcing, vendor negotiation, cost control, and cross-functional collaboration. I am committed to delivering value through data-driven decision-making, efficient contract management, and continuous process improvement. Currently seeking to connect with professionals and organizations that value innovation, efficiency, and sustainable growth in the supply chain sector.

Country

Malaysia

City

Johor Bahru

Industry

Logistics & Supply Chain

Skill

Team Leadership, Purchase Management, Warehouse Management, Inventory Management, Critical Thinking, Freight Transportation, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Word, Expediting, Purchase Orders, Negotiation, Procurement, Tender Preparation, Tender Management, Sourcing, Purchasing Processes, Strategic Sourcing, Contract Management, Supplier Evaluation, Supplier Management

Experience

Purchasing Executive

Terberg Manufacturing & Assembly Sdn Bhd

2021-11 - Present · 4 yrs 11 mos

Johor Bahru, Johore, Malaysia

As a Purchasing Executive at Terberg Manufacturing & Assembly Sdn Bhd, I am responsible for strategic procurement, cost control, and supplier management. I have successfully driven more than 20% yearly cost savings for loose part materials through supplier reviews and negotiations. To date, I’ve managed 10+ tender projects, covering labor supply, construction, and additional services. My role includes full-cycle tender preparation, vendor evaluation, and contract finalization. Key highlights: -Draft and review procurement contracts to ensure clarity, compliance, and risk mitigation -Lead tender processes from scope definition to award recommendation -Apply strategic sourcing and market analysis to identify cost-effective suppliers -Negotiate commercial terms and build long-term supplier partnerships -Collaborate with internal departments to align procurement with operational needs -Monitor supplier performance and manage dispute resolution when necessary I bring a hands-on, detail-oriented approach to procurement operations, ensuring both cost savings and contract integrity.

Procurement Intern

Gemilang Coachwork Sdn Bhd

2021-9 - 2021-11 · 3 mos

Senai, Johore, Malaysia

During my 3-month internship at Gemilang Coachwork Sdn Bhd, I supported the procurement team in daily purchasing operations and gained practical experience in supply chain coordination within a manufacturing environment. Key responsibilities: -Assisted in raising and processing purchase orders for production materials -Expedited deliveries and coordinated with vendors to ensure timely supply -Worked closely with the warehouse and production teams to monitor material usage and inventory levels -Matched Delivery Orders (DOs) and invoices to support the finance team in timely and accurate supplier payment processing -Maintained procurement records and supported documentation for internal reporting and audits -Participated in internal coordination meetings with logistics and finance departments This role strengthened understanding of the end-to-end procurement workflow and enhanced my attention to detail in financial and operational documentation.