Assistant Manager - Procurement (Renovation & Construction)

FamilyMart; Selangor; On-site; MYR 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A retail company is seeking an Assistant Manager - Procurement to oversee sourcing and procurement of materials and contractors for renovation and construction projects in Selangor, Malaysia. The ideal candidate must have a degree in a relevant field and proficiency in Mandarin, alongside strong negotiation and organizational skills. Candidates should be detail-oriented and able to manage multiple tasks efficiently while maintaining relationships with vendors and ensuring project timelines are met.

Qualifications

• Degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, Procurement, or related fields.
• Proficiency in Mandarin is required.
• Strong knowledge of construction and renovation materials.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Source and procure materials and contractors at competitive rates.
• Ensure alignment of procurement activities with approved budgets.
• Monitor market trends for competitive pricing.
• Collaborate with project teams to determine requirements.
• Maintain strong relationships with vendors.

Skills

Proficiency in Mandarin

Strong negotiation skills

Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills

Ability to analyze data

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Education

Degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, Procurement, or related fields

Tools

Procurement software

Job description

Assistant Manager - Procurement (Renovation & Construction)

Source and procure materials, contractors, and services at competitive rates while maintaining renovation quality.

Ensure procurement activities align with approved budgets. Identify cost-saving opportunities without compromising quality or project timelines. Monitor market trends to secure competitive pricing for materials and services.

Collaborate with project teams to determine material and service requirements. Identify reliable suppliers and subcontractors in the renovation and construction industry.

Prequalify and onboard new suppliers and subcontractors. Maintain strong relationships with vendors to ensure quality and reliability. Conduct regular evaluations of vendor performance in terms of cost, quality, and delivery.

Provide regular updates on procurement progress, costs, and risks to stakeholders. Prepare detailed procurement reports and recommendations for process improvement.

Requirements

• Degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, Procurement, or related fields
• Proficiency in Mandarin is required due to the nature of the role, which involves frequent communication with Mandarin-speaking counterparts
• Strong knowledge of construction and renovation materials, services and market trends
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word) or equivalent tools
• Ability to negotiate favorable terms with suppliers
• Ability to analyze data, identify trends, and make recommendation
• Proficiency in using procurement software and other relevant tools