Direct Procurement Compliance Specialist

-; Kuala Lumpur; Hybrid; MYR 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global company in lubricants is seeking a Direct Procurement Compliance Specialist in Kuala Lumpur. This role supports compliance by monitoring procurement activities across various categories. Responsibilities include updating risk registers, delivering training on compliance standards, and leading compliance reviews. Ideal candidates should have a Bachelor's degree, experience in procurement compliance, and strong analytical skills. The position offers a hybrid work model and various benefits including health insurance.

Benefits

Learning opportunities

Life and health insurance

Medical care package

Social communities and networks

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in Supply Chain, Business, or a related field.
• Experience in procurement compliance, preferably within oil & gas, manufacturing, or chemical/lubricants sectors.
• Strong analytical skills with high attention to detail and problem-solving capability.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and periodically update procurement risk registers.
• Deliver training and guidance on compliance requirements.
• Lead reviews to assess effectiveness of procurement controls.

Skills

Agility core practices

Agility tools

Analytical Thinking

Business Requirements Analysis

Category spend profiling

Category Strategy

Digital Fluency

Negotiating

Negotiation planning and preparation

Product and market intelligence

Supplier Relationship Management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, or a related field

Tools

SAP

JDE

Job description

Job Description:

The Direct Procurement Compliance Specialist plays a key role in ensuring that Castrol's direct procurement activities consistently adhere to internal policies, regulatory standards. This position supports the procurement function by monitoring compliance across category management, sourcing, contracting, and supplier management, with a particular focus on direct materials such as base oils, additives, packaging, and finished products/third‑party manufacturing components.

The specialist works closely with category teams, hub teams, and managers to identify compliance risks, implement effective controls, and drive continuous improvements in procurement practices. The role also supplies audit readiness, policy enhancement, and training initiatives to strengthen a culture of integrity and accountability within the procurement organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain and periodically update Castrol Procurement's risk registers and contribute to Risk Management Reports (RMR) in accordance with bp's Risk Management policy.
• Deliver training and guidance to procurement and business partners on controls, policies, and compliance requirements.
• Lead scheduled and ad-hoc reviews to assess the effectiveness of procurement controls, ensuring full alignment with internal policies, legal requirements, and industry regulations.
• Drive and participate in compliance‑related projects and initiatives aimed at identifying, assessing, and mitigating procurement risks.
• Provide technical compliance expertise to functional, category, and hub teams to resolve issues and improve processes.
• Find opportunities for continuous improvement and implement enhancements to procurement controls and compliance frameworks.
• Coordinate procurement‑related audits and ensure timely completion and closure of all audit actions.
• Monitor, analyze, and report on key procurement compliance metrics across Castrol Procurement.
• Consolidate compliance reporting from various teams and present clear, actionable updates to leadership.
• Stay informed of regulatory developments impacting the lubricants industry and procurement practices.

Essential Education, Experience & Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in Supply Chain, Business, or a related field.
• Experience in procurement compliance, preferably within oil & gas, manufacturing, or chemical/lubricants sectors.
• Solid understanding of direct procurement processes and supplier management.
• Knowledge of relevant regulations, including anti‑bribery, trade compliance, and ESG‑related requirements.
• Strong analytical skills with high attention to detail and problem‑solving capability.
• Proficiency with procurement systems (e.g., SAP, JDE) and data analysis tools.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to engage and influence diverse partners.

Benefits

• A company culture where we respect our diverse and unified teams, where we are proud of our achievements and where fun and the demeanor of giving back to our environment are highly valued.
• Possibility to join our social communities and networks.
• Learning opportunities and other development opportunities to craft your career path.
• Life and health insurance, medical care package.
• And many other benefits.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, perform crucial job functions, and receive other benefits and privileges of employment.

Travel Requirement
No travel is expected with this role

Relocation Assistance
This role is not eligible for relocation

Remote Type
This position is a hybrid of office/remote working

Skills
Agility core practices, Agility tools, Analytical Thinking, Business Requirements Analysis, Category spend profiling, Category Strategy, Digital Fluency, Negotiating, Negotiation planning and preparation, Product and market intelligence, Supplier Relationship Management

Legal Disclaimer
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, socioeconomic status, neurodiversity/neurocognitive functioning, veteran status or disability status. Individuals with an accessibility need may request an adjustment/accommodation related to bp's recruiting process (e.g., accessing the job application, completing required assessments, participating in telephone screenings or interviews, etc.). If you would like to request an adjustment/accommodation related to the recruitment process, please contact us. If you are selected for a position and depending upon your role, your employment may be contingent upon adherence to local policy. This may include pre-placement drug screening, medical review of physical fitness for the role, and background checks.