Sourcing Analyst

ELSA; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

ELSA in Malaysia, Kuala Lumpur seeks a seasoned procurement professional to lead sourcing and tendering activities for materials and services. You will ensure compliance with policies, drive cost optimization, and manage end-to-end contracts in a challenging oil and gas environment.

You will coordinate with internal stakeholders and suppliers to meet project requirements, monitor procurement progress, and uphold governance and ethical procurement practices.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in relevant field and 6+ years of procurement/SCM experience.
• Experience in Joint Operating Company (JOC) or Production Sharing Contract (PSC) environment is highly relevant.
• Strong sourcing, tendering, commercial evaluation, contract negotiation and procurement administration skills.
• Commitment to procurement governance, compliance and ethical business practices.
• Ability to coordinate with internal stakeholders and suppliers to meet project requirements and timelines.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute sourcing activities for materials and services, including low-value, high-value, and complex tenders.
• Manage the end-to-end tendering process, including invitation-to-bid documents, bid evaluation and contract award.
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders to ensure activities meet project requirements and timelines.
• Execute and monitor the Master Procurement Plan for materials and services.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities through strategic sourcing, supplier negotiations and market analysis.
• Prepare and coordinate contract documentation with internal departments and external contractors.

Skills

Sourcing

Tendering

Procurement planning

Cost optimization

Contract management

Compliance

Stakeholder management

Negotiation

Analytical skills

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration

MBA

Job description

• Responsible for sourcing and procuring goods and services at competitive prices, ensuring compliance with company policies and procedures, meeting project requirements, and achieving cost optimization.

Job Summary

• Responsible for sourcing and procuring goods and services at competitive prices, ensuring compliance with company policies and procedures, meeting project requirements, and achieving cost optimization.

Key Accountabilities

1. Sourcing & Tender Management

• Plan and execute sourcing activities for materials and services, including low-value, high-value, and complex tenders.
• Manage the end-to-end tendering process, including preparation of invitation-to-bid documents, bid evaluation, commercial negotiation, and contract award.
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders to ensure sourcing activities meet project requirements, specifications, and timelines.

2. Procurement Planning

• Execute and monitor the Master Procurement Plan (MPP) for materials and services.
• Coordinate contracting plans and track procurement progress to ensure timely delivery and avoid project delays.

3. Cost Optimization

• Identify cost-saving opportunities through strategic sourcing, supplier negotiations, market analysis, and contract optimization.
• Explore opportunities for bulk purchasing, joint tendering, and other value-creation initiatives to maximize procurement value.

4. Contract Management & Administration

• Prepare and coordinate contract documentation with internal departments, including Legal and Finance, and external contractors.
• Ensure timely submission of required documents, including bank guarantees, performance guarantees, and insurance.
• Support contract execution, post-award administration, and compliance with contractual requirements.

5. Compliance & Stakeholder Management

• Ensure procurement activities comply with company policies, procedures, regulatory requirements, and applicable contractual obligations.
• Maintain effective working relationships with internal stakeholders, contractors, and suppliers to support business and project objectives.
• Identify opportunities for continuous improvement and implement procurement best practices.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field. An MBA would be an added advantage.
• Minimum 6 years of experience in procurement, logistics, or supply chain management within the oil and gas industry.
• Experience in a Joint Operating Company (JOC) or Production Sharing Contract (PSC) environment is highly relevant.
• Strong knowledge of sourcing, tendering, commercial evaluation, contract negotiation, and procurement administration.
• Good analytical, negotiation, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong commitment to procurement governance, compliance, and ethical business practices.