Procurement Team Lead

Prattwhitney; Shah Alam; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Pratt & Whitney is seeking an Assistant Manager, Procurement in Malaysia to lead sourcing strategies, supplier performance, and compliance to ensure uninterrupted operations. You will work with Finance, Operations, Quality, Engineering and Logistics to align procurement goals with business needs.

The role requires a Bachelors degree and 8+ years of experience in Procurement or related fields, with SAP proficiency and strong stakeholder management.

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in business administration, Supply Chain Management, Procurement, or a related field.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end procurement, sourcing, supplier selection, negotiations, contracts and PO issuance.
• Develop and implement sourcing strategies to optimize cost, quality, delivery and supplier performance.
• Conduct RFQ, RFP and tender processes per company policies.
• Negotiate pricing, payment terms, contracts and service agreements with suppliers.
• Monitor supplier performance via KPIs and implement corrective actions when needed.
• Collaborate with Finance, Operations, Quality, Engineering and Logistics to meet procurement objectives.

Skills

Vendor management

Stakeholder management

Communication

Analytics

Education

Bachelor7s degree (business administration or related)

Tools

SAP

MS Office

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-08-28 Country: Malaysia Location: MY-10-SUBANG-001 ~ Mukim Damansara, Daerah Petaling ~ JALAN LAPANGAN TERBANG SUBANG Position Role Type: Unspecified

Job Description Summary

The Assistant Manager, Procurement is responsible for managing procurement activities, supply planning, supplier performance, and compliance requirements to ensure uninterrupted business operations. This role will drive sourcing strategies, optimize inventory levels, ensure regulatory compliance, and support cost-saving initiatives while maintaining strong supplier relationships. The incumbent will work closely with cross-functional teams including Finance, Operations, Quality, Engineering, and Logistics to ensure procurement and planning objectives are achieved.

Key Responsibilities

• Procurement & Strategic Sourcing
  • Manage end-to-end procurement activities, including sourcing, supplier selection, negotiations, contract management, and purchase order issuance ensuring strict adherence to company policies.
  • Develop and implement sourcing strategies to optimize cost, quality, delivery, and supplier performance.
  • Conduct RFQ, RFP, and tender processes in accordance with company policies.
  • Negotiate pricing, payment terms, contracts, and service agreements with suppliers.
  • Monitor supplier performance through KPIs and implement corrective actions where necessary.
  • Identify and execute cost-saving and value-engineering initiatives.
  • Develop and maintain procurement and supply plans based on business forecasts and operational requirements.
  • Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure stock availability and prevent disruption of supply.
  • Monitor consumable stock levels and support optimization initiatives.
  • Analyze demand trends and adjust procurement plans accordingly.
  • Coordinate with logistics and warehouse teams to ensure timely delivery of materials and services.
• Compliance & Governance
  • Ensure procurement activities comply with company policies, ethical standards, and regulatory requirements.
  • Manage compliance with local authority requirements, including e-Invoicing regulations and procurement-related statutory obligations.
  • Ensure compliance with indirect tax requirements such as GST, SST, VAT, withholding tax, and other applicable regulations.
  • Support internal and external audits related to procurement and supply chain activities.
  • Maintain accurate procurement records, contracts, supplier documentation, and audit trails.
  • Monitor and mitigate procurement and supplier-related risks.
• Reporting & Continuous Improvement
  • Prepare procurement reports, spend analysis, supplier performance reports, and E-Invoicing report and compliance dashboards.
  • Analyze procurement data to identify trends, opportunities, and risks.
  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance procurement efficiency and process effectiveness.
  • Support digitalization and automation initiatives within procurement and supply chain functions.
  • Participate in cross-functional projects and strategic business initiatives.

Requirements

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Supply Chain Management, Procurement, or a related field.
• Experience: Minimum 8 years of relevant experience in Procurement, Supply Chain, Planning, or Compliance functions.
• Experience working in a manufacturing or aerospace environment is an added advantage.
• Strong vendor management and stakeholder management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Proficiency in procurement software, SAP and Microsoft Office application.
• Analytical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Knowledge of e-Invoicing with local authority compliance matters to procurement activities or transactions.
• Knowledge of indirect taxes with local authority compliance matters to procurement activities or transactions.
• RTX adheres to the principles of equal employment.

All qualified applications will be given careful consideration without regard to ethnicity, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation or identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Privacy Policy and Terms: RTX is an aerospace and defense company that provides advanced systems and services for commercial, military and government customers worldwide. It comprises three industry-leading businesses - Collins Aerospace, Pratt & Whitney, and Raytheon. Its 195,000 employees enable the company to operate at the edge of known science as they imagine and deliver solutions that push the boundaries in quantum physics, electric propulsion, directed energy, hypersonics, avionics and cybersecurity. The company, formed in 2020 through the combination of Raytheon Company and the United Technologies Corporation aerospace businesses, is headquartered in Arlington, Virginia.