Procurement Specialist

Guardian Health & Beauty; Selangor; On-site; MYR 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Procurement Specialist to oversee low complexity procurement projects. In this pivotal role, you will collaborate with the Procurement Manager to conduct market research, negotiate contracts, and ensure compliance with regulations. The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor's degree and have 1-3 years of procurement experience, showcasing strong analytical and problem-solving skills. This dynamic position offers an opportunity to develop your career in procurement within a supportive environment, making a significant impact on business operations.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of procurement experience in retail or multi-market environments.
• Proven expertise in procurement and contract management.

Responsibilities

• Manage low value and low complexity procurement projects.
• Conduct market research and analyze supplier performance data.
• Lead procurement and contract negotiations.

Skills

Procurement Management

Contract Negotiation

Market Research

Data Analysis

MS Office Proficiency

Attention to Detail

Problem Solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management

Job description

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Key Responsibilities

1. Work with the Procurement Manager to manage low value and low complexity procurement projects, including:
2. Conduct market research on procurement categories.
3. Gather and analyze internal spend and supplier performance data.
4. Agree on appropriate procurement strategies, including negotiation strategies such as face-to-face or e-Auctions.
5. Draft and/or quality assure tendering documentation.
6. Launch procurements via the e-Sourcing tool.
7. Agree on evaluation approaches and educate stakeholders on evaluation methodology.
8. Engage and collaborate with multiple stakeholders across markets to understand business needs and identify risks and issues.
9. Lead procurement and contract negotiations.
10. Manage contract award processes, including DocuSign procedures and storing contracts in the Contract Database.
11. Support the Procurement Manager in delivering medium to high value and complex procurements.
12. Develop and implement contract management approaches and assess supplier performance.
13. Create quarterly category reviews, identifying risks, issues, and opportunities for business improvement.
14. Assist in completing Non-Trade Procurement reporting, including savings trackers and approvals.
15. Ensure compliance with legal, regulatory, and security requirements, such as Cyber Security.
16. Maintain integrity and ethics throughout the procurement process.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
• 1 to 3 years of procurement experience.
• Experience working in procurement teams and/or within retail or multi-market environments preferred.
• Proven expertise in procurement and contract management, with knowledge of relevant laws and regulations.
• Ability to manage the end-to-end procurement process independently.
• Proficiency in MS Office and computer literacy.
• Strong attention to detail, numeracy skills, and problem-solving abilities.
• Proactive, well-organized, efficient, and able to perform under pressure.
• Aspiring to develop a career in procurement.

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