Procurement

JAC Recruitment; Shah Alam; On-site; MYR 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Shipping Procurement Senior Executive or Assistant Manager in Shah Alam, Malaysia. This critical role involves leading freight sourcing and procurement activities to ensure cost efficiency and service reliability. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree and 7 to 10 years of experience in freight, shipping, or logistics, alongside strong analytical and negotiation skills. Compliance with trade regulations and collaboration across teams are essential.

Qualifications

• 7–10 years of relevant experience in freight, shipping, or logistics.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with sound decision-making ability.
• Excellent interpersonal and negotiation skills to work effectively with stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead the sourcing and appointment of freight service providers.
• Drive freight procurement activities such as rate benchmarking and contract negotiations.
• Develop and implement freight procurement strategies.
• Monitor vendor performance against agreed KPIs.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and trade regulations.
• Collaborate for shipment planning and booking.

Skills

Analytical skills

Negotiation skills

Problem-solving skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree or Diploma in Transport, Logistics, or Business Administration

Job description

Our client is an established MNC with business in manufacturing of palm oil related products. They are seeking an experienced Shipping Procurement Senior Executive or Assistant Manager to lead freight sourcing and procurement activities across multiple transport modes. This role is critical in ensuring cost efficiency, service reliability, and compliance with trade regulations.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the sourcing, evaluation, and appointment of freight service providers, including shipping lines, airlines, and transporters.
• Drive freight procurement activities such as request for quotations, rate benchmarking, contract negotiations, and cost optimization initiatives.
• Develop and implement freight procurement strategies to achieve cost efficiency and service reliability.
• Manage freight contracts, pricing structures, and payment terms in line with business requirements.
• Monitor vendor performance against agreed KPIs and address gaps to maintain service standards.
• Maintain and analyze freight rate databases, procurement records, and cost reports to support decision-making.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and applicable trade and regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with the Shipping Manager and coordinate with Sales, Operations, and Supply Chain teams for shipment planning and booking.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree or Diploma in Transport, Logistics, or Business Administration.
• 7–10 years of relevant experience in freight, shipping, or logistics.
  Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with sound decision-making ability.
• Excellent interpersonal and negotiation skills to work effectively with internal and external stakeholders.