Group Procurement Manager

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Responsibilities

• Develop, review and implement policies and guidelines, procedures to reflect current required changes and align to group standards.
• Direct the executions of procurement policies and procedures, ensuring beneficial and transparent business dealings on procurement processes and compliance with the governing operating standards, Group Procurement Policy and Guidelines (GPPG) of IIUM Holdings Group.
• Lead in enforcing relevant policies, guidelines, procedures through training and awareness to achieve standardization across the group.
• Formulate, direct and monitor the implementation of cost-saving initiatives for IIUMH Group procurement processes which include reviewing business processes, sourcing effectively for vendors, leading implementation task-force, monitoring purchasing cost and ensuring on-track performance.
• Develop and communicate a procurement business plan; establish, communicate, and implement long-term goals for the department to promote effectiveness and efficiency.
• Responsible for sourcing direct and indirect materials requested by the internal departments, dealing with suppliers and negotiating for the best price and payment terms.
• Responsible for monitoring the procurement and tender process and documentation including monitoring of expiry or renewal of contracts, vendor management, and other aspects of the procurement process.
• Lead the development and implementation of a robust vendor management framework and ensure effective supplier selection, performance evaluation, and relationship management in line with the Group's procurement objectives.
• Meet regularly with the Group Chief Financial Officer and the procurement team of IIUM Holdings Group to discuss and address procurement-related matters.
• Be part of the secretariat of the Management Procurement Committee (MPC) and Procurement Committee (PC) and facilitate MPC and PC members on all matters pertaining to the MPC and PC’s function and duties.
• Lead the strategic procurement activities and processes for the whole Group.
• Develop and implement procurement-related training programs for the procurement team and other relevant personnel of IIUM Holdings and Group.
• Develop and implement a centralized procurement program aimed at enhancing value, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness across the Group.
• Ensure all procurement activities adhere to legal, ethical standards and in accordance with the GPPG of IIUM Holdings Sdn. Bhd.
• Other tasks and assignments as assigned by Management from time to time.

Requirements

Core Competencies:

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Solid analytical and computer skills.
• Excellent negotiation and good interpersonal communication.
• Possesses integrity and ability to maintain accurate and confidential records.
• Ability to organize workload, adapt quickly to change and deliver under the pressure of deadlines.
• Independent self-starter with attention to detail.
• Good in planning and problem-solving.
• Excellent in writing reports and proposals.
• Strong leadership skills and the ability to direct others according to company standards.

Experience and Education:

• At least 5 years of relevant experience (including 3 years in Management).
• Bachelor's degree in a related field or competent working experience.
• Good working attitude, self-discipline, and self-motivated.
• Results-oriented, metrics-driven leader with expertise in purchasing, supplier collaboration, development, and compliance.
• Experience with sourcing and procurement and building a vendor program.

Application Questions

Your application will include the following questions:

• Have you worked in a role where you were responsible for vendor management?
• Which of the following types of qualifications do you have?
• Which of the following Microsoft Office products are you experienced with?
• How many years' experience do you have as a Procurement Manager?
• How many years' experience do you have in a procurement role?
• How much notice are you required to give your current employer?

IIUM Holdings Sdn. Bhd. was incorporated on 25th April, 2001 and is a wholly owned subsidiary of International Islamic University Malaysia.

We strive to create wealth that benefits society as a whole. Thus, we envision that IIUM Holdings would be the company of first choice.

We are committed to the principle of Value Driven Organization that can meet the need of the present generation without compromising the ability of the future generation to meet their own needs.

Our action is always guided by the needs to make business decisions that demonstrate economic, social and religious responsibilities. Through this value system, we integrate the economic, environmental and social aspects of our business to achieve sustained financial success, safeguard our environment and develop our reputation as partner and provider of first choice for all our stakeholders, customers and employees, those with whom we do business.