Procurement Sourcing Engineer (M&E)

Kum Fatt Engineering Sdn. Bhd.; Johor Bahru; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Kum Fatt Engineering Sdn. Bhd. is seeking a procurement professional to source electrical equipment for large-scale utility projects in Malaysia.

You will pre-qualify manufacturers, build a robust supplier database, and manage bids to meet engineering budgets and schedules. The role covers RFQs/RFPs, negotiations with international suppliers, and coordination of logistics for heavy electrical assets from ports to substations, ensuring timely delivery and compliance with local standards.

Qualifications

• Source, pre-qualify, and onboard global and local manufacturers, OEMs, and specialized sub-contractors capable of meeting strict utility-grade standards (e.g., TNB compliance)
• Build and maintain a robust supplier database for long-lead EHV/HV electrical equipment, including heavy power transformers, high-voltage cables, switchgear, and structural steel for substations
• Review electrical schematics, single-line diagrams (SLDs), technical specifications, and tender documents to formulate accurate material take-offs and procurement budgets
• Prepare RFQs/RFPs, lead commercial negotiations, and conduct technical-commercial bid evaluations in alignment with engineering constraints and project timeslines
• Negotiate favorable commercial terms, pricing, multi-currency payment structures, liquidated damages, warranties, and delivery schedules (Incoterms) with major international suppliers
• Drive value engineering initiatives without compromising grid reliability, statutory safety compliance, or technical specifications
• Coordinate complex logistics and heavy-haul transport planning for oversized, heavy electrical assets from ports to local substation sites
• Monitor manufacturing milestones, factory acceptance testing (FAT) schedules, and site delivery timelines to prevent project bottlenecks
• Ensure all sourced materials and vendor processes conform to local Malaysia statutory requirements, CIDB standards, and international utility frameworks

Responsibilities

• Source, pre-qualify, and onboard global and local manufacturers, OEMs, and specialized sub-contractors capable of meeting strict utility-grade standards (e.g., TNB compliance)
• Build and maintain a robust supplier database for long-lead EHV/HV electrical equipment, including heavy power transformers, high-voltage cables, switchgear, and structural steel for substations
• Review electrical schematics, single-line diagrams (SLDs), technical specifications, and tender documents to formulate accurate material take-offs and procurement budgets
• Prepare RFQs/RFPs, lead commercial negotiations, and conduct technical-commercial bid evaluations in alignment with engineering constraints and project timeslines
• Negotiate favorable commercial terms, pricing, multi-currency payment structures, liquidated damages, warranties, and delivery schedules (Incoterms) with major international suppliers
• Drive value engineering initiatives without compromising grid reliability, statutory safety compliance, or technical specifications
• Coordinate complex logistics and heavy-haul transport planning for oversized, heavy electrical assets from ports to local substation sites
• Monitor manufacturing milestones, factory acceptance testing (FAT) schedules, and site delivery timelines to prevent project bottlenecks
• Ensure all sourced materials and vendor processes conform to local Malaysia statutory requirements, CIDB standards, and international utility frameworks

Job description

Source, pre-qualify, and onboard global and local manufacturers, original equipment manufacturers (OEMs), and specialized sub-contractors capable of meeting strict utility-grade standards (e.g., TNB compliance)

Build and maintain a robust supplier database for long-lead EHV/HV electrical equipment, including heavy power transformers, high-voltage cables, switchgear, and structural steel for substations

Review electrical schematics, single-line diagrams (SLDs), technical specifications, and tender documents to formulate accurate material take-offs and procurement budgets

Prepare RFQs/RFPs, lead commercial negotiations, and conduct technical-commercial bid evaluations in alignment with engineering constraints and project timeslines

Negotiate favorable commercial terms, pricing, multi-currency payment structures, liquidated damages, warranties, and delivery schedules (Incoterms) with major international suppliers

Drive value engineering initiatives without compromising grid reliability, statutory safety compliance, or technical specifications

Coordinate complex logistics and heavy-haul transport planning for oversized, heavy electrical assets from ports to local substation sites

Monitor manufacturing milestones, factory acceptance testing (FAT) schedules, and site delivery timelines to prevent project bottlenecks

Ensure all sourced materials and vendor processes conform to local Malaysia statutory requirements, CIDB standards, and international utility frameworks