Country Procurement Manager

KONE; Selangor; On-site; MYR 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global engineering company is seeking an experienced Procurement Manager in Selangor, Malaysia. This role involves managing procurement activities, supplier negotiation, and cross-functional collaboration. The ideal candidate has a degree in sourcing or supply chain, a minimum of 4 years of leadership experience, and strong negotiation skills. Opportunities for career progression within a dynamic environment are offered, plus a focus on employee engagement and sustainability.

Benefits

Career progression opportunities

Comprehensive learning and development programs

Engaging work environment

Motivational reward elements

Qualifications

• Degree in Sourcing, Supply Chain Management, or related field.
• Solid experience in procurement of direct materials.
• Minimum of 4 years leadership experience.
• Proven cost savings in procurement or logistics.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and handle procurement activities in collaboration with local teams.
• Manage subcontractors, suppliers, and procurement of local materials.
• Drive process improvements, compliance, and audits.
• Supervise Purchasing Coordinator and manage Purchase Orders.

Skills

Procurement of direct materials

Cost estimation

Supplier negotiation

Contract management

MS Office proficiency

SAP proficiency

Leadership experience

Effective communication

Matrix organization experience

Supplier tendering

Education

Degree in Sourcing or Supply Chain Management

Degree in Industrial Engineering

Tools

MS Office

SAP

Job description

Why this role?

We are embarking upon an exciting growth phase, and as such, we have an amazing opportunity for you to join our team in KONE Malaysia as Procurement Manager. This role directly reports to the Procurement Manager, KONE Southeast Asia. The Procurement Manager is responsible for coordinating and handling procurement activities in their local unit, in close collaboration and alignment with local business operations and frontline teams. This includes driving the implementation of global and frontline-based sourcing projects in the country, as well as local supplier selection, negotiation, and management. He/she represents the Procurement of the country and supports functions and business on smart spend optimization.

What will you be doing?

• Acts as a key point of contact and contract owner of all subcontractors and suppliers. Managing subcontractors and suppliers, procurement of local materials, managing contracts, PO management, process improvement, compliance, audit, and supporting stakeholders’ requests.

• Drives the availability, quality, and cost development of local materials and services in the country

• Ensures a smooth process of Purchase Order management

• Facilities cross-functional cost and spend reviews in the country

• Supervises Purchasing Coordinator

• Implement process improvements, compliance, and audits

• Provide efficient and effective business support to all stakeholders

• Implements Global and Frontline category plans in the country

• Strategic planning and execution

Are you the one?

• Degree in Sourcing or Supply Chain Management, or Industrial Engineering-related courses

• Solid experience in procurement of direct materials or Quantity Surveyor (Cost Estimation)

• Proficient in using MS Office tools and SAP

• Demonstrated experience in leadership with a minimum of 4 years

• Ability to communicate effectively and efficiently with both internal and external stakeholders

• Proven track record of cost savings related to procurement or logistics management

• Ability to thrive in a matrix organization

• Knowledgeable of the supply market or cost estimation in the area of responsibility

• Strong supplier tendering and negotiation skills

• Well-versed in Contract Management

• Good command of English

What’s On Offer

• Career progression in opportunities within a global organization

• Total reward elements that engage and motivate our employees and help us make KONE a great place to work

• Comprehensive learning and development programs covering a wide range of professional skills

• You are surrounded by fun colleagues and a lively working environment. The best part is that all leaders are great and open-minded

To Be Considered

Click the Apply button and complete the online application process. A member of our Talent and Culture team will review your application and will be in contact with additional information accordingly.

In the meantime, feel free to browse our website for additional information on our company, brands, and culture – KONE Corporation.

At KONE, we are focused on creating an innovative and collaborative working culture where we value the contribution of each individual. Employee engagement is a key focus area for us and we encourage participation and the sharing of information and ideas. Sustainability is an integral part of our culture and the daily practice. We follow ethical business practices and we seek to develop a culture of working together where co-workers trust and respect each other and good performance is recognized. In being a great place to work, we are proud to offer a range of experiences and opportunities that will help you to achieve your career and personal goals and enable you to live a healthy and balanced life.