Procurement Manager (F&B manufacturing)

Talent Trader Group Pte Ltd; Pasir Gudang; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Talent Trader Group Pte Ltd invites applications for Procurement Manager at our Pasir Gudang, Johor facility. The role leads purchasing operations, vendor management, and strategic supply chain planning for manufacturing.

You will oversee direct and indirect material procurement, negotiate contracts, set KPIs, and ensure compliance with HACCP/GMP and related safety standards while mentoring the procurement team.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain, Business, Logistics, or a related field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in procurement or purchasing operations.
• Minimum 2 years of proven leadership experience at a Managerial level supervising purchasing teams.
• Prior experience in food manufacturing, processing, or FMCG industries is strongly preferred.
• Proficient in standard computer applications and enterprise inventory/procurement systems.

Responsibilities

• Oversee end-to-end purchasing of direct and indirect raw materials, packaging, and operating supplies for manufacturing.
• Lead vendor negotiations for pricing, terms, and delivery; draft and execute vendor agreements.
• Ensure procurement controls align with food safety standards and manage a procurement team.

Skills

Strategic purchasing

Vendor management

Leadership

Education

Dip / Bachelors in Supply Chain

Tools

Excel

Job description

The Procurement Manager will lead purchasing operations, vendor management, and strategic supply chain planning for manufacturing operations. Based at the facility in Pasir Gudang, Johor, this role oversees direct and indirect material procurement to secure competitive material costs while upholding strict food safety standards.

Reporting directly to the Business Development Director, you will manage a dedicated procurement team, negotiate vendor contracts, establish performance metrics, and support compliance with key quality and safety frameworks (HACCP, GMP, FSSC22000, BRC, IFS, HALAL etc..).

Job Description

1. Strategic Purchasing & Supply Chain Planning

• Material Procurement: Oversee end-to-end purchasing of all direct and indirect raw materials, packaging, and operating supplies necessary for manufacturing operations.

• Cost & Quality Management: Drive procurement strategies to achieve competitive material pricing, optimize inventory turnover, and ensure purchased goods meet specified quality standards.

• Supply Chain Support: Collaborate with operational teams on supply chain forecasting, demand planning, and inventory control.

2. Vendor Management & Contract Execution

• Supplier Lifecycle: Manage vendor identification, evaluation, onboarding, and ongoing relationship development.

• Contract Negotiations: Lead commercial negotiations for pricing, payment terms, and delivery parameters; draft and execute vendor agreements.

• Performance Tracking: Monitor supplier performance against key performance indicators ($KPIs$), ensuring consistent quality, on-time delivery, and accountability.

3. Food Safety, Governance & Team Leadership

• Regulatory Compliance: Review and support procurement controls aligned with food safety management systems, including HACCP, GMP, FSSC 22000, BRC, IFS, and HALAL certifications.

• Team Leadership: Supervise, mentor, and build technical capacity within the internal purchasing team, promoting continuous process improvement.

Requirements

• Academic Credentials: Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain, Business, Logistics, or a related field.

• Professional Tenure: Minimum 5 years of experience in procurement or purchasing operations.

• Leadership Track Record: Minimum 2 years of proven leadership experience at a Managerial level supervising purchasing teams. Experience in leading a team is an advantage.

• Sector Familiarity: Prior experience within food manufacturing, processing, or FMCG industries is strongly preferred.

• System Competency: Proficient in standard computer applications, Microsoft Excel, and enterprise inventory/procurement systems.

• Travel Mobility: Willingness to travel periodically for supplier audits, plant visits, and contract discussions as required.