Senior Executive, Procurement

KCJ Engineering; Selangor; On-site; MYR 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Malaysia is seeking a Procurement Manager to develop procurement strategies and manage supplier negotiations. You will lead the procurement team ensuring compliance with regulations and driving efficiency. The role requires expertise in supplier sourcing, budget management, and stakeholder engagement. Benefits include comprehensive leave entitlements, SOCSO, and EPF contributions. This position is crucial for enhancing procurement systems and fostering a culture of continuous improvement within the team.

Benefits

Annual Leave

Medical Leave

Childcare Leave

Bereavement Leave

Umrah/Haji Leave

SOCSO contributions

EPF contributions

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement procurement strategies aligned with organizational goals.
• Identify and select suppliers based on cost and quality.
• Lead and manage the procurement team for performance improvement.
• Monitor procurement performance and cost savings.
• Ensure compliance with procurement policies and ethical standards.
• Manage relationships with stakeholders and suppliers.
• Drive process improvement initiatives for efficiency.
• Develop and manage procurement budgets.
• Identify and mitigate procurement risks.
• Stay updated on industry trends for competitive strategies.
• Enable effective procurement tools and technologies.
• Engage with industry associations and stakeholders.
• Provide leadership and mentorship in the procurement team.

Job description

Responsibilities

• Develop procurement strategies and policies – Develop and implement procurement strategies, policies, and procedures aligned with the organization’s goals.
• Supplier sourcing and contract negotiation – Identify, evaluate, and select suppliers based on cost, quality, reliability, and delivery, while negotiating contracts to achieve best value.
• Team management and development – Lead and manage the procurement team to ensure strong performance and continuous skill development.
• Performance and cost management – Monitor procurement performance, cost savings, and supplier compliance to ensure value for money.
• Compliance and ethical sourcing – Ensure procurement activities comply with policies, regulations, and ethical sourcing standards.
• Stakeholder and supplier relationship management – Manage effective relationships with internal stakeholders and suppliers to support business needs.
• Process improvement – Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance procurement efficiency and effectiveness.
• Budget planning and control – Develop and manage procurement budgets to support organizational objectives and cost efficiency.
• Risk management and supply continuity – Identify procurement risks, including supply chain disruptions, and implement mitigation and contingency plans.
• Industry awareness and best practices – Stay updated on industry trends and best practices to maintain competitive procurement strategies.
• Procurement systems and technology – Ensure effective use of procurement tools, systems, and technologies to improve efficiency and transparency.
• External and industry engagement – Build and maintain relationships with industry associations and external stakeholders.
• Team leadership and mentorship – Provide leadership, training, and mentoring while promoting a culture of continuous improvement within the team.

Benefits

• Leave Entitlements – Annual Leave, Medical Leave, Childcare Leave, Bereavement Leave, Umrah/Haji Leave and other applicable leaves in accordance with company policy.
• SOCSO – Social security contributions as required by government regulations.
• EPF – Employees Provident Fund contributions by both employer and employee.