Commercial Executive (Procurement in Telco)

Nevigate Global Network Sdn Bhd; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent telecommunications company is looking for a Commercial Executive in Kuala Lumpur. The role involves managing supplier relationships, conducting pricing analysis, and ensuring optimal procurement operations. Ideal candidates will have strong analytical and interpersonal skills, be proficient in Excel, and possess a degree in Business or IT. Fluency in English is necessary, and Mandarin is a plus.

Qualifications

• Strong analytical skills with attention to detail.
• Excellent in MS-Excel; must have good mathematical skills.
• Fluency in English is essential; proficiency in Mandarin is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Drive improvement plans on suppliers’ commitments.
• Review suppliers’ costings to identify savings.
• Manage contracts and supplier relationships.
• Conduct studies on competitive pricing.
• Monitor supplier SLAs and escalate issues.

Skills

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Customer service

Mathematical calculations

Excel proficiency

Research skills

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Education

Diploma or Degree in Business or IT

Tools

MS-Office

Job description

Commercial Executive (Procurement in Telco)

Nevigate Global Network is an independent Network Services and Solutions provider operating Global IP on an Aggregator One-Stop-Shop (OSS) Virtualized Platform. Positioned as a premier Asian-based virtual network operator, our service coverage spans over 180 countries and continues to expand.

In our pursuit of sustained success in delivering trusted and innovative solutions to our clientele, the selected candidate will report directly to the Commercial Manager.

Your role entails representing Nevigate in engagements with existing and potential suppliers. This includes sourcing, vetting, and procuring services from local and international suppliers, both domestically and globally.

OBJECTIVES

• To drive improvement plans on suppliers’ commitments.
• To improve the commercial terms with existing/new suppliers.
• To handle Contracts Management negotiations with suppliers globally.
• To monitor and measure Key Performance Indicators on suppliers.
• To build and engage a trusted long-term relationship with suppliers to achieve quality performances.
• To support the implementation of AI/ automation
• To harmonize and work closely with internal teams to achieve overall efficiencies by driving our global suppliers’ operation efficiencies to be aligned with Nevigate quality standards.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• You will be responsible for Commercial and Pricing Support activities.
• Review Suppliers’ costings proactively based on Sales Team feedback to identify cost reduction opportunities and implement relevant initiatives to achieve savings for the company.
• Responsible for Contracts Management with Suppliers.
• Conduct studies on costings from Suppliers versus Sales Quotations to Customers to ensure price competitiveness and margins are achieved.
• Work closely with the Sales Team to understand Customers’ requirements, change in business operating environment to formulate strategies and value prepositions in the submission of bid winning proposals.
• Real-time update of Suppliers’ pricings/cost schedules into Nevigate ERP system.
• Responsible for monitoring Suppliers’ SLAs and compiling Suppliers’ Escalation Contacts Matrix. Provide monthly updates on commercial activities and key milestone reporting on all commercial engagement activities.
• Manage Supplier risks and provide mitigation plan.
• Coordinate with other internal Teams such as Commercial, Finance and Provisioning to achieve seamless operation.
• To participate in ad-hoc projects as and when required by the Management.
• Issue PO
• Updates Intercompany transactions
• Monitor and follow up termination date of the circuits with the providers

CANDIDATE PROFILE

• Strong analytical skills.
• Strong in conducting research for information and data.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to clearly articulate facts.
• Strong aptitude and excellent customer service.
• Excellent in mathematical calculations.
• Meticulous and good eye for details.
• Excellent skill in MS-Office (especially MS-Excel) is a MUST.
• Diploma or Degree in Business or IT, or related field
• Strong in research, data analysis, Excel and calculations
• Knowledge of the Internet, networking technologies and routing equipment
• Highly organised, meticulous and able to multitask
• Excellent communication, negotiation and interpersonal skills
• Self-driven with a strong sense of ownership
• Fluent in English; proficiency in Mandarin is an added advantage to liaise with Mandarin-speaking clients
• Salary expectation: commensurate with relevant work experience

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