Manager, Procurement

Richmond Asia Group; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Richmond Asia Group in Malaysia seeks an experienced procurement leader to drive end-to-end procurement for projects and operations. You will develop sourcing strategies, negotiate with suppliers, and collaborate with project teams to meet timelines and budgets.

The ideal candidate holds a bachelor’s degree in a related field with 6–8 years of procurement experience, proficient in ERP systems and Excel, and ready to travel as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Quantity Surveying, Supply Chain Management, Procurement, Logistics, Business, Construction Management, or a related field.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end procurement for projects and operational purchasing requirements.
• Develop procurement plans, sourcing strategies, and purchasing schedules to support project timelines.
• Source, evaluate, prequalify, and negotiate with suppliers, subcontractors, and service providers to secure competitive pricing, quality, service, and delivery terms.
• Manage RFQs, tenders, bid comparisons, commercial evaluations, and recommendation papers for management review and approval.
• Work with project, contracts, QS, technical, and site teams to align procurement with specs, budgets, and delivery schedules.
• Review and manage purchase requisitions, purchase orders, comparison sheets, procurement records, and supporting contract documentation.
• Monitor supplier performance, delivery status, quality compliance, and commercial commitments; resolve issues timely.
• Ensure procurement activities follow company procedures, budgets, controls, and contractual requirements.
• Track procurement costs, identify savings opportunities, monitor market trends, and flag risks to management.
• Maintain an accurate vendor database, procurement documentation, and reporting system.

Skills

Negotiation

Communication

Analytical thinking

Procurement management

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Tools

ERP systems

Microsoft Excel

Job description

This role is responsible for leading the procurement section and driving end-to-end procurement activities for projects and operational needs, ensuring competitive commercial outcomes, reliable supplier performance, timely delivery, and compliance with company budget, quality, and procurement standards.

Key responsibilities

Lead and manage the end-to-end procurement function for assigned projects and operational purchasing requirements.

Develop and execute procurement plans, sourcing strategies, and purchasing schedules to support project timelines and business needs.

Source, evaluate, prequalify, and negotiate with suppliers, subcontractors, and service providers to secure competitive pricing, quality, service, and delivery terms.

Manage RFQs, tenders, bid comparisons, commercial evaluations, and recommendation papers for management review and approval.

Work closely with project, contracts, QS, technical, and site teams to ensure procurement activities align with specifications, budgets, and delivery schedules.

Review and manage purchase requisitions, purchase orders, comparison sheets, procurement records, and supporting contract documentation.

Monitor supplier performance, delivery status, quality compliance, and commercial commitments, and resolve supply, quality, and pricing issues in a timely manner.

Ensure procurement activities are carried out in accordance with company procedures, approved budgets, internal controls, and contractual requirements.

Track procurement costs, identify savings opportunities, monitor market trends, and highlight supply or commercial risks to management.

Maintain an accurate and organized vendor database, procurement documentation, and reporting system.

About you

Bachelor's degree in Quantity Surveying, Supply Chain Management, Procurement, Logistics, Business, Construction Management, or a related field.

At least 6–8 years of relevant procurement experience, preferably in construction, property development, building materials, fit-out, M&E and/or hospitality-related procurement.

Proven experience handling end-to-end procurement, including sourcing, tendering, bid evaluation, commercial negotiation, purchasing, and supplier performance management.

Strong knowledge of project procurement processes, subcontractor sourcing, material purchasing, and commercial comparison.

Experience working closely with project, contracts, QS, technical, and site teams in a project-based environment.

Good understanding of procurement controls, cost management, documentation, and compliance requirements.

Proficient in ERP or procurement systems, Microsoft Excel, and procurement reporting.

Strong negotiation, communication, commercial judgment, and problem-solving skills.

Able to manage multiple procurement packages and work effectively in a deadline-driven environment.

Willingness to travel occasionally when required.