Procurement Specialist

Xircle Talent; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Xircle Talent is seeking a Procurement Specialist to manage end-to-end sourcing for data centre and power generation components across Asia, focusing on cost, quality and timely delivery. You will develop procurement strategies for PDUs, cooling and IT infrastructure, negotiate with suppliers, and oversee the full lifecycle in ERP systems, ensuring compliance with international standards.

Candidates should have proven procurement experience in engineering or data centre sectors and strong

Qualifications

• Proven experience in procurement or supply chain management within engineering, construction, or data centre infrastructure sectors.
• Strong knowledge of international trade regulations, import/export procedures, and logistics within the Asian region.
• Demonstrated ability to negotiate contracts and manage relationships with multi-disciplinary suppliers.
• Proficiency in ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) and advanced Excel for data analysis and reporting.
• Excellent analytical skills with a detail-oriented approach to compliance with technical specifications and quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute procurement strategies for PDUs, cooling systems, and IT infrastructure components for modular data centre projects.
• Negotiate contracts with suppliers and manufacturers across Asia to optimise total cost of ownership and lead times.
• Manage the full procurement lifecycle from requisition to receipt of goods.
• Monitor market trends and supplier performance to mitigate supply chain risks and ensure continuity of supply for project milestones.
• Collaborate with engineering and project management teams to define technical specifications and ensure compliance with standards.
• Maintain records in the ERP system and generate reports on spend analysis and supplier KPIs.

Skills

Procurement experience

Supply chain management

Contract negotiation

ERP systems SAP/Oracle

Analytical skills

Excel proficiency

Regulatory knowledge

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Job description

About Our Client

Our client is a well-established international engineering group specialising in modular and prefabricated data centre solutions, covering power, cooling and IT infrastructure.

Job Summary

The Procurement Specialist will manage the end-to-end sourcing and supply chain activities for critical components within the data centre and power generation sectors. This role focuses on securing cost-effective, high-quality materials while ensuring compliance with international engineering standards and project timelines.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute procurement strategies for power distribution units (PDUs), cooling systems, and IT infrastructure components to support modular data centre projects.
• Negotiate contracts with suppliers and manufacturers across Asia (including Malaysia, Singapore, and Hong Kong) to optimise total cost of ownership and lead times.
• Manage the full procurement lifecycle, from requisition and sourcing to order placement, expediting, and receipt of goods.
• Monitor market trends and supplier performance to mitigate supply chain risks and ensure continuity of supply for critical project milestones.
• Collaborate with engineering and project management teams to define technical specifications and ensure purchased goods meet required quality and compliance standards.
• Maintain accurate records in the ERP system and generate reports on spend analysis, supplier KPIs, and procurement budget adherence.

Requirements

• Proven experience in procurement or supply chain management within the engineering, construction, or data centre infrastructure sectors.
• Strong knowledge of international trade regulations, import/export procedures, and logistics within the Asian region.
• Demonstrated ability to negotiate complex contracts and manage relationships with multi-disciplinary suppliers.
• Proficiency in ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) and advanced Excel skills for data analysis and reporting.
• Excellent analytical skills with a detail-oriented approach to ensuring compliance with technical specifications and quality standards.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple concurrent projects with tight deadlines.