Manager, Procurement

AirAsia; Sepang; On-site; MYR 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

AirAsia is seeking a Manager for Procurement in the Apparel & Inflight Category to develop and execute procurement strategies. The role involves managing supplier relationships, optimizing costs, and driving innovation while ensuring compliance to achieve operational efficiency. Candidates should have a strong background in procurement and collaboration with stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Experience in procurement or supply chain management.
• Strong analytical skills with a focus on strategic sourcing.
• Demonstrated ability to manage supplier relationships effectively.

Responsibilities

• Execute sourcing strategies for Apparel & Inflight Category.
• Manage supplier relationships and conduct evaluations.
• Provide detailed reports on category spend and performance.

Skills

Supplier Management

Strategic Sourcing

Cost Optimization

Stakeholder Collaboration

Contract Execution

Job description

Job Description

Summary:

The Manager, Procurement for Apparel & Inflight Category will be responsible for executing procurement strategies for Malaysia (MAA) and the Philippines (PAA), ensuring alignment with the Group Procurement agenda. This role involves managing supplier relationships, optimizing costs, mitigating risks, and driving strategic sourcing projects to achieve savings, compliance, and operational efficiency. Additionally, the position requires collaboration with stakeholders, supplier evaluations, contract execution, and driving innovation while upholding AirAsia’s brand values and procurement excellence.

Functional Responsibility & Duties:

• Execute the sourcing strategies and planned actions for Apparel & Inflight Category for Malaysia (MAA) and the Philippines (PAA), in line with the established Group Procurement agenda and relevant function priorities.
• Provide timely, accurate, and complete reports on category spend, strategic plans, project status, and performance against KPIs for the Apparel & Inflight Category. Develop strategic sourcing projects to deliver targeted savings, improve cash flow, manage risks, and ensure compliance.
• Collaborate with key stakeholders from other functions to lead assigned projects, maintain progress, and ensure timely achievement of objectives, sharing periodic reports on status.
• Enable a reliable supply base for the Apparel & Inflight Category, conduct supplier evaluations, and manage supplier relationships, supply risks, and business continuity.
• Interface and partner with users to understand needs, deliver continuous value, and provide a high level of customer service.
• Own contract execution and ensure supplier compliance with contracted terms and conditions.
• Support Group Procurement in driving innovation through supplier engagement and providing local knowledge.

Role Responsibilities:

• Strengthen AirAsia's brand image and customer advocacy.
• Promote AirAsia’s culture and values within the organization and externally.
• Act as the voice of Group Procurement and develop Category SME skills.
• Be diligent, ensuring completeness, accuracy, and timely delivery of actions.
• Strive for excellence in procurement, including ownership of sourcing processes and commercial activities.

We are all different – one talent to another – that is how we rely on our differences. At AirAsia, you will be treated fairly and given all chances to be your best. We are committed to creating a diverse work environment and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

Search Firm Representatives: AirAsia does not accept unsolicited assistance from search firms for employment opportunities. All CVs/resumes submitted by search firms without a valid written agreement will be deemed the property of AirAsia. No fee will be paid if a candidate is hired through such referrals without an existing agreement.