Sourcing Executive

BAT; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Market-leading bonus

Health plans

Work-life balance initiatives

Transportation support

Flexible holiday plan

Job summary

British American Tobacco in Kuala Lumpur is seeking a Sourcing Executive to develop and execute procurement plans across direct spend and logistics. You will ensure compliant, cost-effective sourcing aligned with global policies and drive supplier performance and risk management.

The role requires 3–5 years in procurement, strong negotiation and cross-functional collaboration, and a focus on sustainability and value creation across regions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in economics, finance, business, supply chain, or related field; equivalent experience considered.
• 3–5 years of proven Procurement experience across Direct and Indirect procurement.
• Strong commercial awareness and project management capabilities.
• Knowledge of procurement processes, negotiation, and influencing skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and cross-functional collaboration abilities.

Responsibilities

• Deliver cost savings targets through price term improvements, cost optimization, and spend analysis.
• Drive sustainability and CSR initiatives; ensure compliance with global policies and standards.
• Lead supplier identification, onboarding, performance reviews, and SRM.
• Manage supplier negotiations, contract drafting, renewals, and lifecycle management.
• Act as regional SPOC for supplier governance and reviews; align with policies.
• Support portfolio strategy, localization, and NPI projects; coordinate with production and logistics.
• Conduct market research on trends and supply risks; maintain procurement data and KPIs.

Skills

Procurement

Cost optimization

Negotiation

Cross-functional work

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in economics

Bachelor's degree in Finance

Bachelor's degree in Business

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain

Tools

FairMarket

Digital procurement tools

Job description

BAT is evolving at pace into a global multi-category business. Our purpose is to create A Better Tomorrow™ by Building a Smokeless World.

To achieve our ambition, we are looking for colleagues who are ready to join us on this journey! Tomorrow can’t wait, let’s shape it together.

British American Tobacco has an exciting opportunity for a Sourcing Executive in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

This role will be accountable for the development and execution of sourcing plans for all direct spend categories and Logistics (warehouse, transportation) across functions in locally/ regionally/ globally. To ensure compliance of all procurement activities adhere with global policies, standards, and platforms to deliver robust terms and conditions that lead BAT’s service delivery and commercial risk.

Your Key Responsibilities Will Include

• Deliver cost savings targets, including price, payment term improvements, cost optimization, productivity initiatives, and spend/e auction analysis in line with the Cost Reduction Program.


• Drive sustainability and CSR initiatives, ensuring compliance with EcoVadis, Intertek, legal, ethical, environmental, SOBC, SOX, sanctions, and risk assessment requirements.


• Lead supplier identification, evaluation, onboarding, performance reviews, SRM, relationship management, and ensure quality, cost, reliability, and continuity of supply.


• Manage supplier negotiations, contract drafting, renewals, lifecycle management, contingency planning, and ensure alignment with policies and regulations.


• Act as regional SPOC, contribute to supplier business reviews, and maintain strong governance and integrity standards.


• Support portfolio strategy, marketing initiatives, NPI projects, localization strategy, and specification harmonization.


• Collaborate with production and logistics to align procurement activities with operational needs and supply chain requirements.


• Conduct market research on trends, pricing, and supply risks while maintaining procurement data, tracking KPIs, and generating reports for informed decision making.

What are we looking for?

• Bachelor’s degree in economics, Finance, Business, Supply Chain, or a related field, with equivalent experience considered


• 3–5 years of proven experience in Procurement or related roles, with exposure to both Direct and Indirect Procurement (preferred).


• Strong commercial awareness, business insight, and project management capabilities.


• Proven knowledge of procurement processes, methods, and techniques, including sophisticated negotiation and influencing skills.


• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to drive service delivery, cost savings, innovation, and change.


• Ability to work effectively in a cross functional, global business environment and successfully prioritize multiple priorities.


• Detailed understanding of supply markets, supplier capabilities, competitor activity, geographic dynamics, and emerging trends.


• Familiarity with e auction platforms (e.g., FairMarket or similar systems) and digital procurement tools

What we offer you?

• We offer a market leading annual performance bonus (subject to eligibility)


• Our range of benefits varies by country and includes diverse health plans, initiatives for work-life balance, transportation support, and a flexible holiday plan with additional incentives


• Your journey with us isn't limited by boundaries; it's propelled by your aspirations. Join us at BAT and become a part of an environment that thrives on internal advancement, where your career progression isn't just a statement – it's a reality we're eager to build together. Seize the opportunity and own your development; your next chapter starts here.


• You'll have access to online learning platforms and personalized growth programs to nurture your leadership skills


• We prioritise continuous improvement within a transformative environment, preparing for ongoing changes

WHY JOIN BAT?

We’re one of the few companies named as a Global Top Employer by the Top Employers Institute – certified in offering excellent employee conditions.

Collaboration, inclusion and partnership underpin everything we do here at BAT. We are looking forward to enabling every individual to thrive, regardless of gender, sexual orientation, marital or civil partnership status, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, disability, age, skills, experience, education, socio-economic and professional background, veteran status, perspectives and thinking styles. We know that embracing talent from all backgrounds is what makes us stronger and best prepared to meet our business goals.

We see the career breaks as opportunities not obstacles. Through The Global Returners program, we support professionals looking to restart their careers after an extended absence from the workforce (e.g. time out caring for family, parental leave, national service, sabbatical and/or starting an own venture).

Come bring your difference and see what is possible for you at BAT. Learn more about our culture and our award winning employee experience here.

If you require any reasonable adjustments or accommodations to help you perform at your best during the recruitment process, you are encouraged to notify us. We are fully committed to support you by making appropriate arrangements for you to demonstrate your full potential.