Procurement Local Manager - Retail & FMCG Strategy

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

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