Procurement Manager

Hap Seng Trucks Distribution Sdn Bhd; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive firm in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, seeks a Procurement Manager to develop procurement strategies, manage supplier relationships, and lead negotiations. The ideal candidate will have at least 7 years of experience in procurement, preferably within the automotive sector. Responsibilities include overseeing purchase orders, tracking deliveries, and coordinating logistics to meet customer demands. A Bachelor's degree in relevant fields is required. This role offers opportunities to drive operational excellence and contribute to corporate sustainability efforts.

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years of relevant procurement experience, preferably in automotive, manufacturing or engineering environments.
• Experience in supplier sourcing, negotiation, cost control, and procurement operations.
• Strong stakeholder management and negotiation skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement procurement strategies that align with business objectives.
• Source, evaluate and manage suppliers to ensure reliable supply.
• Lead commercial negotiations with suppliers and dealers.

Skills

Supplier sourcing

Negotiation

Cost control

Analytical skills

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Finance, Engineering or equivalent

Job description

Develop and implement procurement strategies that align with the business objectives, budget requirements and operational needs.

Source, evaluate and manage suppliers to ensure reliable, cost-effective and sustainable supply for commercial vehicles and passenger cars.

Lead commercial negotiations with suppliers and dealers, coordinate contract review with Group Legal to ensure compliance and alignment with company policies and requirements.

Create and manage purchase orders, delivery tracking and verify invoices and payments to ensure accuracy, timeliness and compliance.

Analyse purchasing trends, identify cost‑saving opportunities and implement strategies to reduce expenses without compromising quality or service.

Plan and coordinate logistics and distribution activities to ensure timely delivery to meet customer requirements.

Monitor supplier performance through defined KPIs and conduct regular reviews to ensure adherence to service level agreements and quality standards.

Act as the key liaison between suppliers, dealers, internal stakeholders and Group Legal on procurement‑related and contractual matters.

Lead and guide the procurement and logistics team, providing guidance, direction, and coaching for efficient and effective operation.

Develop and manage procurement‑related budgets and provide regular reports and insights to senior management.

Work closely with internal stakeholders such as production, sales, finance, and after‑sales teams to ensure seamless coordination and alignment with business priorities.

Carry out any other duties related to procurement and logistics as required by management.

Job Requirements:

Minimum Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Finance, Engineering or equivalent.

At least 7 years of relevant procurement experience, preferably in automotive, manufacturing or engineering environments.

Experience in supplier sourcing, negotiation, cost control and procurement operations.

Exposure to contract review and coordination with legal or compliance teams.

Strong stakeholder management and negotiation skills.

Good analytical skills with the ability to manage cost, budgets and data effectively.

Hap Seng Consolidated Berhad (“HSCB”) is a public company listed on the Main Market of Bursa Malaysia Securities Berhad. HSCB is a diversified group with six core businesses namely plantation, property, credit financing, automotive, trading and building materials.

Progressive and forward‑looking, the Group’s emphasis on value creation, operational excellence and sustainability has enabled the Group to consistently deliver value to our shareholders.