Procurement Local Assistant Manager/Manager

MR DIY TRADING SDN BHD; Seri Kembangan; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

MR D.I.Y. is seeking an experienced procurement professional to develop and execute sourcing strategies across retail and FMCG categories in Malaysia.

You will manage end-to-end procurement processes, from supplier evaluation to purchase orders and contract terms, ensuring competitive pricing and reliable supply. Collaborating with Merchandising, Inventory, Operations and Finance, you will drive cost savings, supplier consolidation, and process improvements while maintaining product quality and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Procurement, Logistics, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years procurement/purchasing experience in retail/FMCG/hypermarkets.
• Experience in high-volume purchasing and managing multiple suppliers/SKUs preferred.
• Strong experience in supplier sourcing, evaluation, negotiation, and supplier relationship management.
• Proven ability to negotiate pricing, payment terms, contracts and other purchasing conditions.
• Strong analytical and commercial skills with ability to identify cost-saving opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute procurement strategies to support retail/FMCG requirements, ensuring competitive pricing, product availability, quality, and timely supply.
• Manage end-to-end procurement process including sourcing, quotation comparison, supplier evaluation, negotiation, PO, contracts, and delivery follow-up.
• Source, evaluate, and manage suppliers based on pricing, quality, supply capacity, lead time, reliability, and service performance.
• Lead negotiations on pricing, payment terms, rebates, commercial terms, contracts and other purchasing conditions to achieve cost savings.
• Monitor market pricing, product trends, supplier movements, and cost changes to support effective purchasing decisions.
• Manage supplier performance and build strong supplier relationships to ensure consistent supply and minimise disruptions to retail operations.
• Review purchasing requirements with cross-functional teams to ensure appropriate order quantities and timelines.
• Monitor purchase orders, delivery schedules, and outstanding orders to ensure on-time delivery.
• Identify and drive cost-saving opportunities and procurement efficiencies.
• Analyse procurement spending and supplier performance to support management decisions.
• Ensure procurement activities and contracts are compliant with company policies.
• Supervise and guide Procurement Executives/Officers.
• Collaborate closely with Merchandising, Inventory, Operations, Finance and other internal stakeholders.

Skills

Procurement strategy

Supplier management

Negotiation

Cross-functional collaboration

Data analysis

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration / SCM / Procurement

Tools

MS Excel

ERP systems

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute procurement strategies to support retail/FMCG business requirements, ensuring competitive pricing, product availability, quality, and timely supply.
• Manage the end-to-end procurement process, including sourcing, quotation comparison, supplier evaluation, negotiation, purchase orders, contract terms, and delivery follow-up.
• Source, evaluate, and manage suppliers based on pricing, product quality, supply capacity, lead time, reliability, and service performance.
• Lead negotiations on pricing, payment terms, rebates, commercial terms, contracts, and other purchasing conditions to achieve cost savings and favourable business outcomes.
• Monitor market pricing, product trends, supplier movements, and cost changes to support effective purchasing decisions.
• Manage supplier performance and build strong supplier relationships to ensure consistent supply and minimise disruptions to retail operations.
• Review purchasing requirements and work closely with relevant teams to ensure appropriate order quantities, specifications, stock availability, and purchasing timelines.
• Monitor purchase orders, delivery schedules, and outstanding orders to ensure products are delivered according to agreed timelines.
• Identify and drive cost-saving opportunities, supplier consolidation, process improvements, and procurement efficiencies without compromising product quality or availability.
• Analyse procurement spending, supplier performance, and purchasing trends to support management decision-making and procurement planning.
• Ensure procurement activities, supplier documentation, contracts, and purchasing records are properly maintained and compliant with company policies.
• Supervise and guide Procurement Executives/Officers, including work allocation, negotiation support, supplier management, and performance monitoring.
• Collaborate closely with Merchandising, Inventory, Operations, Finance, and other internal stakeholders to support business and retail requirements.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Procurement, Logistics, or a related field.
• Minimum 5 years of relevant procurement/purchasing experience, preferably within retail, FMCG, supermarket, hypermarket, convenience store, or other high-volume consumer businesses.
• Candidates with experience in high-volume purchasing and managing multiple suppliers/SKUs will be highly preferred.
• Strong experience in supplier sourcing, evaluation, negotiation, and supplier relationship management.
• Proven ability to negotiate pricing, payment terms, commercial terms, contracts, and other purchasing conditions.
• Good understanding of cost management, market pricing, lead times, product availability, and supply continuity within a fast-moving business environment.
• Strong analytical and commercial skills with the ability to identify cost-saving and purchasing optimisation opportunities.
• Able to work effectively with cross-functional teams, including Merchandising, Inventory, Operations, Finance, and other relevant departments.
• Strong communication, negotiation, stakeholder management, and problem-solving skills.
• Able to work in a fast-paced, high-volume retail environment and manage multiple procurement priorities.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and other relevant procurement/ERP systems.
• Prior experience in leading or supervising Procurement/Purchasing Executives or Officers is preferred.

MR D.I.Y. is a home‑grown enterprise with over 1,300 stores across Malaysia and Brunei. The home improvement retailer has dedicated to make a positive difference in the lives of its valued customers by offering convenience at all its stores nationwide and online at mrdiy.com.my
All MR. D.I.Y. stores are managed directly and the retailer often works in collaboration with owners of shopfront properties or owners of malls. MR. D.I.Y. stores offer a wide selection of SKUs across five major categories, namely hardware; household and furnishing; electrical; stationery and sports equipment products; and others (comprising toys, car accessories, jewellery, cosmetics, food and beverage items, as well as health and personal care).
The Company strives to put its customers first by operating an innovative business that is flexible when it comes to providing a wide variety of products, good quality and value-for-money, holding true to the Company’s motto of “Always Low Prices”.