Senior Executive - Indirect Procurement (Construction/QS background)

MR DIY TRADING SDN BHD; Seri Kembangan; On-site; MYR 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

MR DIY TRADING SDN BHD seeks a Procurement Executive to lead non-trade procurement activities. The role involves sourcing and managing suppliers, negotiating contracts, and collaborating with various departments to optimize procurement processes. Ideal candidates will have strong experience in construction-related procurement, with an emphasis on strategic sourcing and stakeholder management.

Qualifications

• 3 to 5 years of experience in procurement, particularly in the Construction or Building industry.
• Detail-oriented, organized, and systematic with strong project management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Identify, assess, and onboard reliable suppliers for non-trade goods and services.
• Manage the full procurement cycle from requisition to contract award for non-trade categories.
• Work cross-functionally with departments to understand procurement requirements.

Skills

Negotiation

Supplier Management

Strategic Sourcing

Analytical Skills

Problem-Solving

Communication

Stakeholder Engagement

Project Management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Quantity Surveying, Engineering or a related discipline

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Procurement Tools

Job description

MR DIY International brings high-quality, affordable products to customers worldwide, building on its proud beginnings in Malaysia. Over the years, MR DIY has grown into a trusted household name with a global footprint of more than 4,000 stores across Asia, Europe, and beyond—including key markets such as Turkey, Spain, Poland, Bangladesh, Thailand, Brunei, Indonesia, the Philippines, Singapore, India, and Cambodia.

With a dedicated team of over 20,000 employees, MR DIY International serves more than 80 million customers annually. The company is committed to delivering exceptional value and convenience, making everyday essentials and innovative products accessible to communities everywhere.

The incumbent is responsible for sourcing, negotiating, and managing non-trade procurement activities to support the operations and growth of a leading home improvement retail chain. The role requires strong procurement expertise, stakeholder engagement skills, and excellent communication and presentation skills to deliver cost efficiencies, process improvements, and strategic sourcing solutions.

Responsibilities:

Sourcing & Supplier Management

• Identify, assess, and onboard reliable suppliers for non-trade goods and services (store fixtures, IT, warehouse systems, services, etc.).
• Conduct regular supplier performance evaluations and ensure continuous quality improvements.
• Build and maintain strong supplier relationships to support operational needs and business scalability.

Procurement Operations & Negotiation

• Manage the full procurement cycle from requisition to contract award for non-trade categories.
• Negotiate favourable pricing, service levels, and contractual terms to achieve cost savings and business value. • Ensure compliance with internal procurement policies, ethical sourcing, and governance standards.
• Drive innovative sourcing strategies to optimize quality, speed, and cost.

Stakeholder Collaboration & Communication

• Work cross-functionally with departments (retail operations, marketing, IT, projects) to understand procurement requirements and provide effective solutions.
• Communicate proactively with stakeholders to align procurement activities with business priorities.
• Prepare and deliver clear, professional presentations and reports to leadership on procurement initiatives and outcomes.

Reporting, Analysis & Process Improvement

• Report procurement KPIs, vendor performance data, and savings achieved to management.
• Analyse supplier evaluation results and market trends to inform sourcing decisions.
• Continuously seek opportunities to improve procurement processes, cost structures, and operational efficiencies.

Requirements:

• Preferably a Bachelor’s degree in Quantity Surveying, Engineering or a related discipline
• Has 3 to 5 years of experience in procurement, in the Construction or Building industry
• Strong negotiation, supplier management, and strategic sourcing skills
• Excellent communication, stakeholder engagement, and presentation skills
• Detail-oriented, organized, and systematic with strong project management abilities
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (especially Excel and PowerPoint) and procurement tools
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• High attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Agile, proactive and solution-oriented mindset
• Collaborative approach with the ability to influence across departments