Procurement Manager

Sime Darby Property; Selangor; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Procurement Manager to support its industrial development projects. In this pivotal role, you will ensure the successful delivery of projects by managing procurement processes, selecting qualified consultants, and maintaining budgetary compliance. Your expertise in negotiation and leadership will elevate project standards, while your ability to build long-term relationships with industry partners will be crucial. Join a forward-thinking company where your contributions will drive innovation and excellence in project execution.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years of experience as a Procurement Manager.
• Deep understanding of contracts, invoicing, and negotiation.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and oversee procurement activities for development projects.
• Develop and review pre-qualification lists of consultants and contractors annually.
• Ensure quality and compliance of consultants and contractors.

Skills

Procurement Management

Contract Negotiation

Leadership Skills

Problem-Solving

Communication Skills

Time Management

Education

Degree in Engineering

Degree in Procurement or Related Field

Job description

Aim:

To support the developments within the Sime Darby-LOGOS Industrial Development Fund ("SDPLOG IDF"), a joint venture between Sime Darby Property and ESR Group. The role involves ensuring the successful delivery of projects in terms of quality, time, and budget, along with other duties as directed.

Performance Measures:

• Maintain professionalism in communication and demeanor.
• Manage the procurement process effectively, including selecting consultants and contractors to meet project timelines, budgets, and quality standards.
• Demonstrate leadership in decision-making by providing solutions.
• Elevate project delivery standards through qualified consultants and contractors.

Key Responsibilities:

• Coordinate and oversee procurement activities for development projects.
• Develop and review pre-qualification lists of consultants and contractors annually.
• Ensure quality and compliance of consultants and contractors with SDPLOG IDF processes.
• Promote adherence to Group policies.
• Support venture activities as directed.

Detailed Job Scope:

• Support sourcing and selection of external consultants and contractors, ensuring projects stay within budget and meet specifications using SDPLOG IDF branding and design briefs.
• Create and implement innovative, cost-effective procurement strategies considering tendering complexities.
• Build and maintain long-term relationships with industry consultants, contractors, and vendors.
• Review contract specifications and recommend appropriate contract types and award letters.
• Develop tender evaluation scoring matrices considering financial health, technical capabilities, track records, legal issues, and company performance.
• Assist the development team with onboarding of consultants, contractors, and vendors.
• Ensure effective cost control, manage invoices, and coordinate payments with finance departments.
• Maintain records of pre-qualified consultants, contractors, and vendors.
• Coordinate tendering exercises with project consultants.
• Maintain professional relations with external partners.
• Coordinate project insurances with the Group Insurer.
• Implement group policies into contracts and engagement letters.
• Prepare budget and cost tracking reports for management review.
• Ensure proper documentation and record-keeping of procurement activities.
• Perform other tasks as directed.

Competencies:

• Minimum 8 years of experience as a Procurement Manager.
• Degree in engineering, procurement, or related field.
• Deep understanding of contracts, invoicing, and negotiation.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills.
• Strong negotiation and problem-solving abilities.
• Outstanding organizational and time management skills.
• Excellent customer service skills.

Working Relationships:

Direct reports: Development

Internal: Fund Management, Finance, Leasing, Legal, Procurement Departments

External: Consultants, Auditors, Main Contractors, Suppliers, Others