Procurement Manager - Industrial Manufacturing

Michael Page; Malacca City; On-site; MYR 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A global leader in sustainable building solutions is seeking a Procurement Manager in Malacca. This role involves overseeing procurement activities, managing contracts and vendor relationships, and driving strategic initiatives for cost efficiency. Candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree and have at least 8 years of procurement experience, with 3 years in a managerial position. This permanent role offers competitive salary and career growth opportunities within a large organization in the manufacturing industry.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Opportunity for career growth

Permanent employment

Responsibilities

• Ensure all procurement activities comply with policies and statutory requirements.
• Lead procurement strategy and manage departmental functions.
• Drive cost optimization and value creation.
• Oversee contracts and vendor relationships.
• Conduct analysis to recommend strategies for competitive advantage.
• Manage budgeting and maintain procurement information systems.
• Lead cross-functional projects and foster vendor relationships.
• Coach team members and ensure continuous improvement.

Skills

Contract management

Supplier management

Strategic negotiations

Leadership

Analytical skills

Decision-making

Communication skills

Proactive mindset

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher in a relevant field

Job description

Procurement Manager - Industrial Manufacturing

• Ensure all procurement activities comply with policies, statutory requirements, and maintain transparency.
• Lead and manage procurement strategy, departmental functions, and influence stakeholders to achieve business goals.
• Drive cost optimization, value creation, and efficiency improvements across processes.
• Oversee contracts, vendor relationships, and risk management to secure supply and protect business interests.
• Review and update procurement processes regularly; implement corrective actions and accountability measures.
• Conduct analysis to recommend strategies, support decision-making, and leverage group synergies for competitive advantage.
• Manage budgeting, reporting, and maintain accurate procurement information systems.
• Lead cross-functional projects at regional and local levels while fostering strong vendor relationships.
• Coach and motivate team members, monitor performance, and ensure continuous improvement.

• Bachelor's degree or higher in a relevant field with strong English communication skills.
• Minimum 8 years of procurement experience (materials, engineering/projects) and at least 3 years in a managerial role.
• Proven expertise in contract management, bidding processes, supplier management, and strategic negotiations.
• Strong leadership with a results-driven mindset; skilled in planning, organizing, and execution.
• Excellent analytical, prioritization, and decision-making abilities; proactive and accountable.
• Effective communicator with strong presentation skills and ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Knowledge of global market trends, commodities, and technical requirements; ethical and transparent in stakeholder management.
• Advantageous: experience in international trade and sourcing.

Strategic Leadership & Impact. Global Exposure & Career Growth.

A successful Procurement Manager should have:

• Bachelor's degree or higher in a relevant field with strong English communication skills.
• Minimum 8 years of procurement experience (materials, engineering/projects) and at least 3 years in a managerial role.
• Proven expertise in contract management, bidding processes, supplier management, and strategic negotiations.
• Strong leadership with a results-driven mindset; skilled in planning, organizing, and execution.
• Excellent analytical, prioritization, and decision-making abilities; proactive and accountable.
• Effective communicator with strong presentation skills and ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Knowledge of global market trends, commodities, and technical requirements; ethical and transparent in stakeholder management.
• Advantageous: experience in international trade and sourcing.

This organization is a global leader in sustainable building solutions, providing advanced insulation technologies that improve energy efficiency, fire safety, and acoustic performance. With a strong international presence and commitment to environmental responsibility, it focuses on delivering innovative solutions that support modern construction and industrial needs.

• Competitive salary.
• Opportunity to work with a large organization in the industrial and manufacturing industry.
• Permanent employment with potential for career growth.

If you are excited about taking on this challenging role as a Procurement Manager and meet the qualifications, we encourage you to apply today!