Senior Maritime Procurement Lead - Shipbuilding

Ambition; Sarawak; On-site; MYR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Ambition in Malaysia seeks a Procurement Manager in shipbuilding and marine sectors based in Miri, Sarawak. You will lead end-to-end procurement across sourcing, vendor management, and supply chain execution, driving performance in a highly regulated marine environment.

Requirements include 7–10 years in procurement, with at least 3 years in marine or shipbuilding, a related degree, strong negotiation and contract management skills, and proficiency in English and Bahasa Malaysia, with Mandarin a

Qualifications

• 7–10 years of procurement experience, including at least 3 years in a marine or shipbuilding management role
• Degree in Supply Chain Management, Marine Engineering, Business Administration, or equivalent
• Strong negotiation, contract management, and analytical skills
• Proficiency in English and Bahasa Malaysia; Mandarin advantageous for supplier communication
• Familiarity with procurement ERP systems such as SAP or Oracle

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement procurement strategies aligned with project timelines and cost targets
• Lead the full procurement cycle from RFQ through to contract management and supplier performance
• Source and manage marine-grade materials including steel, engines, propulsion systems, and navigation equipment
• Control procurement budgets and drive cost reduction initiatives without compromising quality
• Ensure compliance with internal SOPs, procurement policies, and marine regulatory standards
• Lead, coach, and develop a team of procurement officers and buyers

Skills

Negotiation

Contract management

Analytical skills

Leadership

English & BM

Education

Degree in Supply Chain Management

Marine Engineering

Business Administration

Equivalent

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Job description

Ambition in Malaysia seeks a Procurement Manager in shipbuilding and marine sectors based in Miri, Sarawak. You will lead end-to-end procurement across sourcing, vendor management, and supply chain execution, driving performance in a highly regulated marine environment.

Requirements include 7–10 years in procurement, with at least 3 years in marine or shipbuilding, a related degree, strong negotiation and contract management skills, and proficiency in English and Bahasa Malaysia, with Mandarin a