Procurement Manager

VHR Consultancy; Selangor; On-site; MYR 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent consultancy in Selangor, Malaysia, is seeking a Procurement Sourcing Manager to lead sourcing strategies that align with business goals. The ideal candidate has a background in Mechanical, Mechatronics, or Electrical Engineering, with at least 10 years of experience in sourcing, including 5 in managerial roles. Responsibilities include developing sourcing strategies, managing supplier relationships, and ensuring compliance with company standards. The position requires excellent negotiation skills, proficiency in SAP, and a strong level of integrity.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of experience in sourcing engineering components and materials.
• At least 5 years in a managerial or team leadership role.
• Strong understanding of industrial procurement practices.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee the Sourcing Department.
• Develop and execute sourcing strategies.
• Establish effective cross-functional coordination.

Skills

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Stakeholder management

Analytical capabilities

Strategic planning

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical, Mechatronics, or Electrical Engineering

Tools

SAP

MS Excel

Job description

Procurement Sourcing Manager

Location: Selangor, Malaysia

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee the Sourcing Department, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives, timelines, and performance targets.
• Develop and execute sourcing strategies aligned with business goals and adaptable to market dynamics.
• Establish and maintain effective cross‑functional coordination with material planning, sales, marketing, finance, production, quality assurance, and R&D teams.
• Drive end‑to‑end sourcing performance across the supply chain lifecycle, including cost optimization, supplier quality, and on‑time delivery of materials and services.
• Ensure full compliance with company policies, procedures, and applicable regulatory standards.
• Uphold and enforce the company’s code of ethics within the sourcing function.
• Source components and materials while negotiating pricing, contracts, and commercial terms with suppliers.
• Identify, evaluate, and qualify new suppliers in collaboration with relevant internal stakeholders.
• Prepare and manage material cost forecasts and standard cost structures.
• Conduct regular supplier performance reviews, providing feedback and aligning on production and demand forecasts.
• Build and maintain strong supplier relationships to ensure stable and efficient procurement operations.
• Support R&D activities, including technical discussions, supplier coordination, delivery timelines, and quotation management.
• Support engineering changes, product line extensions, and new product launches, ensuring smooth material and production transitions.
• Collaborate closely with Finance to support accurate product costing and financial planning.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical, Mechatronics, or Electrical Engineering.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in sourcing engineering components and materials.
• At least 5 years in a managerial or team leadership role.
• Strong understanding of industrial procurement practices, policies, and procedures.
• Proficient in interpreting mechanical drawings and electrical schematics.
• Good command of spoken and written English.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Hands‑on experience with SAP and MS Excel.
• High level of integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.
• Strong analytical, strategic, and planning capabilities.
• Possesses own transport and is flexible for frequent business travel.