Senior Sourcing Specialist

Agensi Pekerjaan ASK Resources Sdn Bhd; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading insurance firm in Kuala Lumpur is searching for an experienced Senior Sourcing Specialist. This role involves leading sourcing activities, contract negotiation, and supplier management. You will engage with cross-functional teams and stakeholders to develop strategies while ensuring compliance with procurement policies. Ideal candidates have at least 10 years of experience, with 5 years at the senior level, and strong communication and negotiation skills. A competitive salary of up to RM15,000 per month is offered for the right candidate.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of total working experience.
• At least 5 years in senior‑level sourcing or procurement roles.
• Hands‑on experience in buying software and IT services.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support end‑to‑end sourcing activities for assigned suppliers.
• Conduct market research and provide benchmarking insights.
• Facilitate RFPs and develop negotiation strategies.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Negotiation skills

Market research

Contract management

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Supply Chain, or related fields

Tools

SAP Ariba

iValua

Coupa

Job description

Company: Insurance Company
Work Location: Menara Worldwide, Kuala Lumpur
Employment Type: 1-Year Contract (Renewable & Convertible to Permanent)
Salary: Up to RM15,000 per month (negotiable)
Work Arrangement: Fully office-based
Working Hours: 8.30 am to 5.30 pm
Interview Process: 2 rounds (Hiring Manager + Senior Manager)
Hiring Urgency: Immediate / ASAP

Job Overview

Our client is seeking an experienced Senior Sourcing Specialist to support sourcing strategies, contract negotiations, and supplier management within the professional services category. This role is highly visible and requires strong stakeholder management, the ability to support time‑sensitive tasks, and the capability to work collaboratively with cross‑functional teams and senior leadership.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and support end‑to‑end sourcing activities for assigned suppliers, including contract negotiation, pricing, terms, and conditions.
• Conduct market research and provide benchmarking insights for decision‑making.
• Facilitate RFPs and work closely with internal stakeholders and Sourcing Managers to develop negotiation strategies.
• Draft statements of work (SOW), LOAs, RFPs, and other contract‑related documents.
• Drive alignment across cross‑functional project teams to meet sourcing and contracting timelines.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with business stakeholders to understand their strategic needs and priorities.
• Provide guidance to leadership on procurement strategies while ensuring compliance with our client’s global policies.
• Monitor industry trends, regulatory changes, and supplier landscape within professional services.
• Assess supplier performance and ensure delivery quality aligns with business expectations.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Supply Chain, or related fields.
• Minimum 10 years of total working experience, including at least 5 years in senior‑level sourcing or procurement roles.
• Hands‑on experience in buying software and IT services (Opex spend: Software licensing, SaaS and subscriptions, Cloud services, IT managed services)
• Strong experience drafting, negotiating, and managing agreements in the technology sector (hardware, software, telco, SaaS, licensing, subscriptions).
• Excellent English communication skills, both written and spoken.
• Additional language skills (Korean or Mandarin) will be an added advantage.
• Strong stakeholder management, issue‑spotting abilities, and influencing skills.
• Knowledge of best‑in‑class procurement processes (category management, vendor management, contracting).
• Proactive, self‑driven, and able to work in a matrix and fast‑paced environment.

Preferred Skills

• Advanced qualifications in Business, Contracts, or Supply Chain.
• Regional or MNC experience.
• Familiarity with digital sourcing tools (SAP Ariba, iValua, Coupa).
• Experience in TCO models, benchmarking, or RFX processes.

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• Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Malaysia?
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• How many years’ experience do you have as a Sourcing Specialist?
• Which of the following languages are you fluent in?
• How many years’ experience do you have in market research?
• How many years’ experience do you have in a procurement role?
• How many years’ experience do you have as a Software Analyst?