Global Contract Analyst

Michael Page; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Contract Management Specialist for a 12-month contract in Kuala Lumpur. This role involves operationalising contracts, collaborating with stakeholders, and maintaining compliance. The ideal candidate has 2-5 years of experience in procurement and strong skills in contract lifecycle management. The position offers a hybrid working arrangement within a dynamic international environment.

Benefits

Hybrid working arrangement

Opportunity to work in a global environment

Hands-on experience with leading procurement systems

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of experience in procurement, contract management, or supply chain operations.
• Strong knowledge of operationalisation, amendments, and close-out procedures.
• Familiarity with P2P systems and procurement workflows.

Responsibilities

• Review and operationalise contracts aligning with procurement policies.
• Set up and maintain contract records in management systems.
• Facilitate signature processes for contracts and amendments.

Skills

Contract lifecycle management

Analytical skills

Stakeholder management

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, or related discipline

Tools

Ariba

Job description

• Contribute to strategic procurement and compliance initiatives
• Strengthen your commercial awareness and stakeholder management

About Our Client

Our client is a globally recognised energy company with a strong and long-standing presence in Malaysia since 1964. With operations that span finance, digital technology, lubricants, and customer support, the organisation plays a vital role in advancing the energy transition and delivering sustainable solutions across the region. The company offers a professional, inclusive, and innovation-driven work environment, where employees are empowered to grow their careers through structured development opportunities, international exposure, and access to cutting-edge technology. With a strong emphasis on sustainability, safety, and continuous improvement, this is an ideal opportunity for individuals seeking to be part of a global organisation that is shaping the future of energy.

Job Description

• Review, validate, and operationalise contracts in alignment with internal procurement policies and compliance standards.
• Set up and maintain contract records in contract management systems (e.g., Ariba), including headers, work spaces, and document repositories.
• Facilitate the end-to-end signature process for new contracts, amendments, and variations, ensuring proper approvals per governance protocols.
• Ensure completeness of P2P data and readiness for integration with purchasing operations and downstream systems.
• Monitor contract compliance, identify discrepancies, and support timely resolution of issues to mitigate operational risk.
• Manage contract changes, extensions, renewals, and terminations within systems, ensuring accurate stakeholder communication.
• Support contract close-out activities, including document archiving and transactional system closure in accordance with legal and audit requirements.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders such as procurement, sourcing, supplier onboarding, and master data teams to enable seamless contract execution.
• Contribute to system migrations and process improvement initiatives, including the transition of legacy contracts to new platforms.
• Participate in stakeholder meetings and provide feedback to enhance contract management practices, drive standardisation, and support risk mitigation.

The Successful Applicant

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, Procurement, or a related discipline.
• 2-5 years of experience in procurement, contract management, or supply chain operations, preferably in a shared services or global environment.
• Strong working knowledge of contract lifecycle management, including operationalisation, amendments, and close-out procedures.
• Proficient in using contract management systems such as Ariba, and familiar with P2P systems and procurement workflows.
• Solid understanding of legal and commercial contract terms, with a keen eye for identifying risk or non-compliance.
• Excellent communication skills in English (verbal and written), with the ability to engage global stakeholders effectively.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and attention-to-detail capabilities, especially when reviewing contractual documentation.
• Ability to work independently, manage priorities under pressure, and deliver in fast-paced, deadline-driven environments.
• Flexibility to support UK and US business hours as needed for global collaboration.
• Experience working in virtual, multicultural teams and contributing to process improvement or system migration projects is a plus.

What's on Offer

• Contract: 12 Months
• Hybrid working arrangement
• Opportunity to work in a dynamic, international environment supporting global contract operations and stakeholders across different time zones
• Gain hands-on experience with leading procurement systems (e.g., Ariba) and develop expertise in end-to-end contract lifecycle management
• Strengthen your commercial awareness, stakeholder management, and analytical skills through real-time contract execution and compliance activities.