SENIOR MANAGER, PROCUREMENT

Thomson Hospital Kota Damansara; Petaling Jaya; On-site; MYR 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare institution in Malaysia is seeking an experienced Procurement Manager to oversee daily procurement operations and ensure compliance with healthcare regulations. The ideal candidate will have a bachelor's degree and at least 7 years of procurement experience, including 3–5 years in a leadership role. Responsibilities include analyzing procurement metrics, leading a team, and managing vendor negotiations. This role offers an opportunity to make a significant impact in a rapidly expanding healthcare environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years of procurement experience, with at least 3–5 years in a managerial or senior leadership role.
• Experience in a hospital or healthcare-related environment is an added advantage.
• Strong track record in vendor management, contract negotiation, and regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities

• Monitor daily procurement operations (sourcing) to ensure adherence to timelines, budgets, and compliance standards.
• Analyze procurement performance metrics and implement process improvements.
• Lead and supervise the procurement team, providing guidance and performance evaluations.

Skills

Vendor management

Contract negotiation

Regulatory compliance

Leadership

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Logistics, or related field

Job description

Operational Monitoring & Process Improvement

Monitor daily procurement operations (sourcing) to ensure adherence to timelines, budgets, and compliance standards.

Analyze procurement performance metrics (e.g., order accuracy, delivery times, inventory turnover) and implement process improvements.

Conduct regular audits of procurement activities to identify inefficiencies, bottlenecks, and risks.

Collaborate with internal stakeholders to resolve operational issues and streamline purchasing workflows.

Lead cross-functional initiatives to enhance operational efficiency, including digitization, automation, and lean procurement practices.

Contract & Compliance Management

Prepare and manage contracts for goods and services alongside Legal and user department.

Ensure compliance with relevant healthcare laws, regulations, and internal policies.

Ensure contract is renewed timely.

Cost Control & Budgeting

Monitor budgets and ensure cost-effectiveness in purchasing decisions.

Analyze market trends and pricing to identify cost-saving opportunities.

Lead and supervise the procurement team, providing guidance and performance evaluations.

Collaborate with clinical, administrative, and financial departments to understand needs and set procurement priorities.

System & Record Management

Maintain accurate records of purchases, pricing, and supplier performance.

Utilize procurement software and ERP systems for order tracking and reporting.

Governance & Risk Management

Establish and maintain robust procurement governance frameworks, policies, and procedures.

Ensure transparency and ethical standards in all procurement activities.

Conduct risk assessments and internal audits to identify and address compliance gaps or conflicts of interest.

Work closely with legal, audit, and compliance departments to ensure procurement practices meet regulatory, contractual, and legal obligations.

Ensure documentation and approvals are properly maintained for audits and accountability.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Logistics, or related field.

Minimum 7 years of procurement experience, with at least 3–5 years in a managerial or senior leadership role.

Experience in a hospital or healthcare-related environment is an added advantage.

Strong track record in vendor management, contract negotiation, and regulatory compliance.

Excellent leadership and people management capabilities.

Strong negotiation and analytical skills.

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Established in 2008, Thomson Hospital Kota Damansara ("THKD"), formerly known as Tropicana Medical Centre, is the flagship hospital of TMC Life Sciences Berhad, one of the fastest growing healthcare group in Malaysia. We provide outstanding, value-based medical care to the highest standards through world-class facilities and comprehensive medical and surgical services. Located in a prime alcove in greater Kuala Lumpur, THKD is easily accessible via all modes of transportaion, including the Mass Rapid Transit (MRT) system.

As a multidisciplinary tertiary hospital, we house a panel of over 100 Consultant Specialists with internationally accredited qualifications from institutions across the globe in Malaysia, Australia, India, Singapore, United Kingdom and United States of America. With our state-of-the art medical technology and modern facilities, we are able to deliver world class quality of care to local, regional, and international patients.

In line with our vision of being an international healthcare hub, THKD is embarking on an expansion project that will triple it's capacity from 205 to a 600 beds, complete with new centres of excellence, health screening centre, addtional operating theatres and specialist clinics, exciting concept stores and plenty of parking space. Targeted to complete by 2021, the expansion will make THKD one of the largest private hospitals in the region.

A member of Thomson Medical Group Limited, Thomson Hospital Kota Damansara is committed to providing premier, private integrated healthcare services to customers all over the world.