Senior Buyer (Services)

Elsa Talent Solutions Sdn. Bhd.; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Elsa Talent Solutions Sdn. Bhd. is seeking a Senior Buyer (Services) to execute and coordinate end-to-end procurement, subcontracting and vendor management for Oil & Gas/EPCIC scopes in Malaysia.

You will lead sourcing from RFQ to award, manage contracts and post-award activities, ensure compliance with QHSE and governance, and work with stakeholders to clarify specifications and commercial terms. The ideal candidate has 5–8 years in procurement, knowledge of SAP MM, Incoterms, and CIPS/ISM

Qualifications

• 5–8 years in procurement or supply chain roles.
• Experience in Oil & Gas/EPCIC projects preferred.
• Knowledge of SAP MM, Incoterms and contract/PO processes.
• CIPS/ISM certification is an added advantage.

Responsibilities

• Execute sourcing activities from RFQ to award.
• Coordinate with stakeholders to clarify specs and commercial requirements.
• Prepare and manage RFQs/ITTs, bid clarifications, and evaluations.
• Gather market and vendor intelligence to support sourcing decisions.
• Manage post-award activities including PO/contract administration.
• Monitor vendor/subcontractor performance and corrective actions.
• Ensure procurement activities comply with governance, quality, and QHSE.
• Review procurement documents for quality and compliance.

Skills

Procurement

Vendor management

Sourcing

RFQ management

Contract administration

SAP MM

Incoterms

Tender management

Education

Bachelor's Degree or Diploma

Engineering background

Tools

Contract law

BIMCO knowledge

Job description

Job Summary
We are looking for a Senior Buyer (Services) to execute and coordinate end-to-end procurement, subcontracting and vendor management activities for assigned Oil & Gas/EPCIC scopes.

Key Responsibilities

• Execute sourcing activities from RFQ/tender through award in line with approved strategies and governance requirements.
• Coordinate with stakeholders to clarify specifications, scopes and commercial requirements.
• Prepare and manage RFQs/ITTs, bid clarifications and evaluations.
• Gather market and vendor intelligence to support sourcing decisions.
• Manage post-award activities including PO/contract administration, expediting, progress monitoring and documentation closure.
• Monitor vendor/subcontractor performance and follow up on corrective actions.
• Ensure procurement activities comply with corporate governance, quality and QHSE requirements.
• Review procurement documents and outputs for quality and compliance.

Requirements

• 5–8 years' experience in procurement, subcontracting or supply chain management, preferably in Oil & Gas/EPCIC projects or operations.
• Bachelor's Degree or Diploma in Supply Chain, Engineering, Quantity Surveying, Business Administration or related field.
• Knowledge of SAP MM, contract law, Incoterms and procurement/subcontracting processes.
• Experience in sourcing, tender/RFQ management and contract/PO administration.
• CIPS/ISM certification is an added advantage.
• Familiarity with BIMCO or equivalent contract forms is an advantage.