Procurement Lead - Shared Services

Phoon Huat Pte. Ltd.; Petaling Jaya; On-site; MYR 200,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading procurement firm in Malaysia is seeking a candidate for a Strategic Procurement & Category Management role. The ideal candidate will manage procurement strategies, lead supplier negotiations, and collaborate across teams to enhance operational efficiency. This position requires expertise in strategic sourcing and strong interpersonal skills. Interested candidates should be prepared to answer questions regarding salary expectations and relevant experience.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in strategic procurement for multi-country operations.
• Strong negotiation skills with a focus on cost reduction and supplier performance.
• Ability to conduct market research and TCO analyses.

Responsibilities

• Manage Group-level category strategies for operations in Singapore and Malaysia.
• Lead end-to-end strategic sourcing processes and contract awards.
• Collaborate with internal teams to align procurement strategies with business objectives.
• Define and report on KPIs related to cost savings and supplier performance.

Skills

Strategic procurement

Supplier negotiation

Market intelligence

Stakeholder collaboration

Job description

Strategic Procurement & Category Management

Manage and execute Group-level category strategies for assigned portfolios, serving both Singapore and Malaysia operations.

Conduct in-depth market intelligence, cost modelling, and total cost of ownership (TCO) analyses to inform sourcing decisions and risk mitigation.

Leverage the Malaysian supply base to identify and qualify high-performing suppliers aligned with Group standards on cost, quality, compliance, and sustainability.

Sourcing & Negotiation

Lead the end-to-end strategic sourcing process, including RFx management, supplier negotiations, and contract award for assigned categories.

Drive the establishment of Group-wide supply agreements to secure optimal pricing, payment terms, and service levels.

Governance & Standardization

Lead the review, harmonization, and implementation of above-market end-to-end procurement procedures and workflows across entities.

Establish and maintain a robust supplier qualification, evaluation, and performance management framework for strategic Group suppliers.

Build and maintain a Group-approved preferred supplier list and ensure ongoing compliance with Group procurement standards.

Stakeholder & Cross-Functional Collaboration

Act as the procurement subject matter expert and primary point of contact of assigned category for stakeholders across both countries.

Partner closely with internal functions (Operations, Quality, Finance, R&D, Marketing) to align procurement strategies with business objectives.

Collaborate with logistics, planning, and warehouse teams to ensure efficient cross-border fulfilment and inventory management.

Performance & Reporting

Define, monitor, and report on Group-level KPIs covering cost savings, supplier performance, service quality, and supply chain risk.

Prepare and present regular reports on procurement performance, category strategies, market trends, and savings to senior leadership.

Shared Services Leadership

Play a key role in setting up and refining procurement shared service operations in Malaysia, including process design, team capability development, and technology enablement.

Mentor and develop a high-performing team to support regional procurement activities.

Application Questions

• What's your expected monthly basic salary?
• Which of the following types of qualifications do you have?
• How many years' experience do you have as a Procurement Role?
• Do you have experience with inventory management?