Sourcing Specialist (KL)

BrioHR Pte Ltd; Kuala Lumpur; Hybrid; MYR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

BrioHR Pte Ltd in Kuala Lumpur is seeking a Senior Sourcing Specialist to lead strategic sourcing initiatives, develop LTAs, and drive cost efficiency across assigned categories. You will partner with cross-functional teams and suppliers to ensure contracting strategies align with business objectives.

The role requires 12+ years in strategic sourcing and procurement, strong negotiation and supplier evaluation skills, and proficiency with MS Office, SAP or Ariba.

Qualifications

• 12+ years of experience in strategic sourcing and procurement.
• Contract negotiation, LTA development, cost analysis, supplier evaluation, procurement strategy, commercial and contractual management.
• Strong stakeholder management, negotiation and influencing, communication and problem-solving.
• Proficiency with MS Office, SAP or Ariba; experience in Oil & Gas preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead development and execution of sourcing strategies across assigned categories.
• Drive establishment of LTAs and framework agreements with key suppliers.
• Manage end-to-end sourcing lifecycle including RFQs, bid evaluations, and supplier selection.
• Place POs in alignment with negotiated terms and procurement policies.
• Negotiate complex terms, pricing structures, and contract conditions.
• Identify strategic suppliers and develop partnerships to improve value and performance.
• Analyze spend and market trends to identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Ensure compliance with procurement policies, legal standards, and governance.
• Collaborate with engineering, operations, and project stakeholders on requirements.
• Monitor supplier performance and drive continuous improvement.
• Proactively manage supply risks and develop mitigation strategies.

Skills

Strategic sourcing

Procurement

Stakeholder management

Negotiation

Cost analysis

Vendor evaluation

Project management

Tools

MS Office

SAP

Ariba

Job description

As a Senior Sourcing Specialist, you will lead strategic sourcing initiatives, including the development and execution of long-term agreements (LTAs) to drive cost efficiency, supply continuity, and commercial value. You will partner with cross-functional teams and suppliers to ensure robust contracting strategies aligned with business objectives.

• Leading development and execution of sourcing strategies across assigned categories.
• Driving establishment of long-term contracts (LTAs) and framework agreements with key suppliers.
• Managing end-to-end sourcing lifecycle including RFQs, bid evaluations, and supplier selection.
• Executing Purchase Order (PO) placement in alignment with negotiated terms, project requirements, and procurement policies.
• Negotiating complex commercial terms, pricing structures, and contract conditions.
• Identifying strategic suppliers and developing partnerships to improve value and performance.
• Analyzing spend and market trends to identify cost-saving and consolidation opportunities.
• Ensuring compliance with procurement policies, legal standards, and contractual governance.
• Collaborating with engineering, operations, and project stakeholders to align technical and commercial requirements.
• Monitoring supplier performance and driving continuous improvement initiatives.
• Proactively managing supply risks and developing mitigation strategies.

Essential Requirements of the role (Experience / Skills / Competencies):-

• Years of experience: 12 + years
• Field of experience: Strategic sourcing and procurement
• Technical Skills: Contract negotiation, LTA development, cost analysis, supplier evaluation, procurement strategy, commercial and contractual management
• Soft Skills: Strong stakeholder management, negotiation and influencing, communication, problem-solving
• Tools or Software (Required): MS Office, SAP, Ariba (or equivalent sourcing tools)
• Industry Background or Experience (Required): Oil and Gas (field and workshop)
• Target Companies: OEMs, EPC contractors, oilfield services companies, multinational industrial organizations
• Required Accreditations / Qualifications / Certification / Licenses including driving License: Driving License preferred, professional certification (CIPS/ISM) is an advantage

Desirable attributes of the worker (Experience / Skills / Competencies):-

• Able to work in hardship environment

Other Requirements:-

• National or Expat: National
• Role base (Office, Onshore, Offshore or Workshop): Onshore.
• Will the worker be working at a customer's facility? Yes as business need
• Contract Duration: 12 Month
• Number of positions needs to be filled: 1
• Languages Required & Proficiency Level: Good Command of English (Spoken and Written)
• Does the candidate need to be currently in the role country? Preferred
• Candidate should be available to join before: ASAP
• Important Keywords to be in the CV: As per Job description
• Working Conditions - describe the physical environment / conditions the worker will be working in: Office based. Should be available to travel and work from Kerteh (Customer site) as required