Senior Executive/ Executive, Procurement

Malakoff; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading procurement firm in Kuala Lumpur is looking for a capable procurement professional to handle sourcing and purchasing activities. The position requires expertise in negotiations and cost efficiency, with responsibilities that include executing procurement processes and collaborating with internal stakeholders. The ideal candidate should possess a Bachelor's Degree in a relevant field and have 3-6 years of experience in procurement or supply chain. The company values integrity and professionalism in its operations.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3–6 years of relevant experience in procurement or supply chain.
• Strong understanding of procurement governance and compliance frameworks.
• Experience in vendor management and tendering processes.

Responsibilities

• Execute procurement for supplies, services, and consultancy.
• Drive cost optimisation initiatives and negotiate effectively.
• Develop and maintain procurement plans aligned with business needs.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders on sourcing strategies.
• Ensure compliance with procurement governance and policies.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Analytical skills

Stakeholder management

Cost optimisation

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or related discipline

Job description

We are seeking a capable and commercially driven procurement professional to support end-to-end sourcing and purchasing activities across the organisation. This role requires strong stakeholder engagement, analytical thinking, and the ability to drive cost efficiency while maintaining governance and integrity.

Key Responsibilities

• Executing procurement for supplies, services, consultancy, and project-related requirements in line with approved processes and timelines
• Driving cost optimisation initiatives across procurement categories through negotiations and e‑Auction strategies
• Developing and maintaining procurement plans, including PR/PO tracking and reporting, aligned with business needs
• Collaborating closely with internal stakeholders such as users, requestors, and approving authorities to align sourcing strategies
• Supporting vendor sourcing efforts by contributing market intelligence, due diligence, and performance feedback to Vendor Management
• Preparing detailed quotation and tender evaluations, including price tabulation and commercial analysis to support award recommendations
• Ensuring full compliance with procurement governance, including Limit of Authority (LOA), policies, and procedures
• Promoting ethical procurement practices in line with Anti‑Bribery Management System (ABMS) requirements
• Supervising and guiding team members or peers on procurement processes and best practices
• Supporting organisational initiatives such as business continuity, HSSE, and sustainability programmes
• Analysing procurement data and market trends to support informed decision‑making

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Procurement, or related discipline
• Minimum 3–6 years of relevant experience in procurement, sourcing, or supply chain (preferably in project-based or technical industries)
• Strong negotiation skills with proven experience in cost optimisation initiatives
• Good understanding of procurement governance, policies, and compliance frameworks
• Experience in vendor management and tendering processes
• Strong analytical, reporting, and stakeholder management skills
• High level of integrity, accountability, and professionalism

What We’re Looking For

This role is not for someone who just processes purchase orders. You need to be commercially sharp, comfortable pushing back on vendors, and able to influence internal stakeholders. If you can drive savings without compromising quality or compliance, you’ll stand out immediately.