Senior Procurement Manager

Loyal Group; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Project-based experience

Career advancement

Meaningful impact on infrastructure

Job summary

Loyal Group is seeking a Senior Procurement Manager in Kuala Lumpur to lead the Procurement Department and drive sourcing excellence for national infrastructure projects. You will implement governance, negotiate value, and ensure timely delivery within budget and quality standards.

Requirements include a bachelor’s degree and 10+ years of procurement experience across large-scale projects, with at least 5 years in construction or machinery.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in relevant field (SCM, Logistics, Business Admin, or Engineering).
• Minimum 10 years procurement experience in large-scale projects, at least 5 in construction or machinery.
• Strong commercial, negotiation and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan, develop and manage the department’s operation plan to meet budget and delivery targets.
• Guide project teams in tracking shipments and verifying incoming goods against requirements.
• Lead negotiations to secure best commercial outcomes for the company.
• Drive continual improvement in systems, policies and processes.
• Implement risk controls to minimise exposure and maintain quality standards.
• Build relationships with clients and suppliers to sustain performance.
• Mentor staff in supplier management and strategic thinking.

Skills

Negotiation

Strategic thinking

Vendor management

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's in Supply Chain Management / Engineering

Job description

Overview:We are hiring a Senior Procurement Manager to lead and develop the company’s Procurement Department. In this role, you will implement strong governance, drive sourcing excellence, negotiate commercial value, and ensure materials and services are delivered to project teams on time, within budget, and at the required quality.

Responsibilities:

• Plan, develop, manage and guide the execution of the department’s operation plan to meet project(s) budget, ensure on-time delivery, maintain quality compliance, and optimise costs.
• Assist and guide the Project team(s) in tracking and expediting shipments, and verify the quantity and quality of incoming goods/services against procurement requirements.
• Lead negotiations for goods and services to achieve the best commercial outcomes for the company.
• Initiate and lead continual improvement initiatives on systems, policies and processes to ensure operational efficiency and effectiveness.
• Implement and manage risk mitigation/control measures to minimise risk exposures.
• Develop win-win business relationships and network with external clients, suppliers, and other relevant parties.
• Maintain and uphold the company’s image and reputation, and sustain strong relationships with external clients and customers.
• Supervise the implementation of quality management and assurance activities, ensuring compliance with relevant ISO/compliance standards.
• Mentor and coach staff in operational decision-making, supplier management, and strategic thinking.
• To undertake other tasks assigned by the Company Management as required.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, or Engineering (Civil, Structural, Electrical, or Mechanical).
• Minimum of 10 years of procurement experience in large-scale projects, including at least 5 years in the construction or machinery industries.
• Strong commercial, negotiation, and analytical skills.
• Ability to design systems and processes.
• Excellent interpersonal, coaching, and communication skills.
• High ownership, proactive mindset, and growth-oriented attitude.
• Required language(s): English, Bahasa Malaysia; Mandarin will be an advantage.

What We Offer:

• Competitive PayWe offer an attractive compensation package with benefits such as paid time off, medical insurance, and travel support. The package will be tailored according to the candidate’s experience and expertise.
• Project-Based ExperienceWork with an experienced team on impactful national infrastructure projects, from our landmark RM980 million Pantai 2 Design & Build STP to future large-scale projects.
• Career AdvancementLearn from 30 years of expertise while advancing through training and leadership workshops.
• Meaningful Impact: Be part of a trusted leader in water, wastewater, and infrastructure solutions, contributing to projects that shape communities and improve the quality of life.