Procurement Business Partner (APAC)

Experian Group; Cyberjaya; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled procurement professional to join their dynamic team in Malaysia. This role offers a unique opportunity to influence procurement strategies across various categories, including IT, marketing, and services. You will engage with internal stakeholders and suppliers, negotiate contracts, and lead projects that drive value and efficiency. The company prides itself on its people-first culture, focusing on diversity, equity, and inclusion, making it a great workplace for those looking to make a difference in the procurement field. If you are passionate about leveraging technology and data to improve procurement processes, this role is for you.

Benefits

Work/Life Balance

Diversity and Inclusion Programs

Career Development Opportunities

Recognition Programs

Volunteering Opportunities

Qualifications

• 6+ years in procurement with focus on IT and understanding of P2P process.
• Experience in commercial law, risk management, and contract negotiation.

Responsibilities

• Manage RFX creation and supplier relationships to enhance procurement processes.
• Lead procurement projects and standardize practices across regions.

Skills

Procurement Management

Contract Negotiation

Stakeholder Engagement

Project Management

Market Analysis

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Economics or Business

Tools

Supply Chain Management Systems

Procurement Technologies

Job description

Experian is a global data and technology company, powering opportunities for people and businesses around the world. We help to redefine lending practices, uncover and prevent fraud, simplify healthcare, create marketing solutions, and gain deeper insights into the automotive market, all using our unique combination of data, analytics and software. We also assist millions of people to realize their financial goals and help them save time and money.

We operate across a range of markets, from financial services to healthcare, automotive, agribusiness, insurance, and many more industry segments.

We invest in people and new advanced technologies to unlock the power of data. As a FTSE 100 Index company listed on the London Stock Exchange (EXPN), we have a team of 22,500 people across 32 countries. Our corporate headquarters are in Dublin, Ireland. Learn more at experianplc.com.

Job Description

Role Summary:

This is an important role within the procurement team and will offer you a great opportunity to influence how the team develops over the coming years. The position holder will join the team here in Malaysia and act as a contact specifically for EITS purchases such as hardware, software & cloud computing but will also assist with other categories of spend, such as marketing, professional services, HR, facilities, and travel.

Main responsibilities include creation and management of RFX, developing supplier/stakeholder relationships, negotiating contracts and market-leading commercials, maintenance of quality/governance standards, reducing supply chain risk, enhancing systems to improve the buying process, and leading procurement projects involving multiple departments/countries to bring value to the Experian business. Another main part of this role will be to promote and "sell" the benefit of the Procurement function to the wider business, hosting webinars and training sessions to internal groups.

What You'll Do:

• Define and document project pipeline and plan for FY period
• Negotiate & challenge suppliers and realize market-leading commercials
• Strengthen business relationships with internal stakeholders and main suppliers
• Develop regional category strategy in partnership with Global lead
• Improve cost-saving programs at both country and regional level
• Standardize procurement practices across businesses, countries, and region
• Work with internal/external auditors and senior management to close the gaps and lead improvements based on audit findings
• Manage contract renewal and project pipelines
• Build a stakeholder engagement plan to support procurement strategy
• Set and create the regional category strategy for EITS across the APAC region, in association with the Global category lead
• Lead the category offering SME advice to internal stakeholders across the region

Qualifications

More About You:

• Bachelor degree with economics, business, trading or equivalents
• At least 6+ years' experience in procurement, with at least 2 years focused on IT procurement, familiar with the P2P process, market situation, and quality system standards in Financial and big data industry
• Commercial Law – understanding of contractual law, including risks, negotiation, and drafting experience
• Engaging presenter with relevant project management skills
• Implement existing supply technologies and aid in the advancement of new technologies

Additional Information

Our uniqueness is that we celebrate yours. Experian's culture and people are important differentiators. We take our people agenda very seriously and focus on what matters; DEI, work/life balance, development, authenticity, collaboration, wellness, reward & recognition, volunteering... the list goes on. Experian's people-first approach is award-winning; World's Best Workplaces 2024 (Fortune Top 25), Great Place To Work in 24 countries, and Glassdoor Best Places to Work 2024 to name a few. Check out Experian Life on social or our Careers Site to understand why.

Experian is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. Innovation is an important part of Experian's DNA and practices, and our diverse workforce drives our success. Everyone can succeed at Experian and bring their whole self to work, irrespective of their gender, ethnicity, religion, colour, sexuality, physical ability or age. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know at the earliest opportunity.

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