The Procurement Specialist supports sourcing and purchasing activities for Novartis in Malaysia. Typical requirements include a degree in procurement, supply chain, business, finance, or a related discipline; relevant experience in purchasing, supplier management, or contract administration; strong negotiation and analytical skills; and confidence using procurement systems and Microsoft Office. The successful candidate is expected to manage supplier relationships, obtain quotations, support tender processes, monitor contracts and purchase orders, maintain accurate records, and help deliver cost savings while meeting quality, compliance, and business-service standards. Experience in a multinational, regulated, or pharmaceutical environment and strong English communication skills are advantageous.
Novartis is a global medicines company headquartered in Switzerland and focused on discovering, developing, and delivering innovative medicines. Its major therapeutic areas include cardiovascular, renal and metabolic diseases, immunology, neuroscience, and oncology. The company combines pharmaceutical research, advanced technology, data, and global commercial operations to address significant healthcare needs. Novartis employs people across many countries and operates in a highly regulated environment, where quality, ethics, patient safety, and compliance are central to its work. In Malaysia, its teams support local healthcare systems, customers, and business operations, including procurement, finance, medical affairs, commercial activities, and supply-chain services. Employees typically work in an international, collaborative setting with opportunities for professional development and exposure to global processes.
Malaysia offers career opportunities in pharmaceuticals, healthcare, technology, finance, manufacturing, shared services, and supply-chain management, particularly in Kuala Lumpur, Selangor, Penang, and Johor. Although Malaysia is a mainland-and-islands country rather than one single island, it provides varied lifestyles: busy metropolitan living, multicultural food and festivals, tropical beaches, and quieter island destinations such as Langkawi, Penang, and parts of Sabah and Sarawak. Living costs are generally moderate, though central Kuala Lumpur housing can be expensive. English is widely used in professional workplaces, while Malay is the official language. Foreign employees normally need employer-sponsored work authorization, commonly an Employment Pass, before starting work. Employers usually support visa applications, but requirements can change and depend on salary, qualifications, and role. New arrivals should arrange accommodation, medical coverage, banking, and tax registration.
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