Strategic Procurement Planner

Solarvest; Petaling Jaya; On-site; MYR 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Solarvest is seeking a Strategic Procurement Planner in Petaling Jaya, Malaysia. The role focuses on enhancing procurement functions into strategic enablers through effective category management and process transformation. Responsible for developing automation workflows and decision-support dashboards, this position embodies a proactive approach to procurement, aiming for cost savings and supply chain resilience.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in procurement and supply chain management, with a minimum of 7 years of experience and a Bachelor's Degree in a related field.

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years of experience in procurement or supply chain management.
• Demonstrated experience in category management and supplier negotiation.
• Experience in project-based or EPC procurement environments is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop structured dashboards and reports for decision making.
• Design and implement automated workflows for procurement processes.
• Establish supplier scorecards covering various metrics.

Skills

Data analysis

Category management

Supplier negotiation

Procurement strategy

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Business Administration

Master’s Degree or professional certification (e.g. CIPS, CSCP)

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Excel

Power BI

Job description

The Strategic Procurement Planner is responsible for elevating procurement from a transactional function to a strategic business enabler — combining rigorous category management, data-driven decision support, and process transformation to drive measurable cost savings, supply chain resilience, and competitive advantage in solar EPC tendering.

Responsibilities & Accountabilities

Decision Support & Executive Reporting

• Develop structured, decision-ready dashboards and reports — not raw data dumps
• Translate supply chain data into clear insights, risks, and actionable recommendations
• Prepare weekly executive summaries covering:
  • Key decisions required by management
  • Cost movements and risk exposure
  • Supply constraints and opportunities
• Drive standardisation of reporting formats and cadence across all active projects

Supply Chain Automation & Process Transformation

• Design and implement automated workflows for RFQ, sourcing, cost comparison, bid evaluation, and supplier performance tracking
• Evaluate tactical and strategic procurement processes and operational performance of sites; perform gap analysis and identify improvement plans
• Improve ERP utilisation; integrate procurement data across functions to eliminate silos
• Reduce manual processes and improve cycle time, accuracy, and auditability
• Participate in organisational design activities to achieve supply chain operational excellence

Strategic Sourcing & Category Management

• Develop and execute category strategies for key solar EPC components: modules, inverters, structures, BOS, and subcontractors
• Work with management to implement sourcing strategies for externally procured parts and services under Category Management
• Evaluate supply chain data across business entities; develop procurement strategy by category
• Build cost models and benchmarks to support project pricing and tender decisions
• Lead high-impact negotiations for key packages; draft and negotiate terms of contracts and agreements in accordance with company standards
• Derive and actively manage Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) and Purchase Price Variance (PPV)
• Develop and implement a structured plan to achieve cost savings targets

Tender & Commercial Support

• Partner with Business Development and Tender teams to validate cost assumptions, ensure supply feasibility, and identify optimisation opportunities
• Provide risk-adjusted supply chain inputs for competitive bidding
• Assist in conducting professional bids and tenders; implement new or modified sources of supply in line with agreed strategies
• Challenge internal assumptions with data-backed insights; ensure commercial discipline without compromising project speed

Supplier Strategy & Performance Management

• Rationalise and segment the supplier base into strategic, preferred, and transactional tiers
• Establish supplier scorecards covering cost, delivery, quality, and flexibility metrics
• Build and manage effective supplier management processes and strong long-term supplier partnerships
• Develop and implement supplier evaluation, audit, and development processes and tools
• Implement contingency strategies for critical supply risks; rationalise supply base across group companies

Market Intelligence & Risk Management

• Monitor market trends across pricing (modules, logistics, FX, raw materials), supplier capacity, and supply reliability
• Conduct scenario analysis and provide forward-looking insights to management
• Identify, assess, and mitigate supply chain risks proactively

Governance, Compliance & Policy

• Ensure adherence to procurement policies, procedures, and contract governance standards
• Assure policies and documentation are followed to ensure consistent and compliant supply chain integration
• Standardise sourcing, evaluation, and approval processes across the group
• Maintain commercial discipline and uphold procurement integrity at all times

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field
• A Master’s Degree or professional certification (e.g. CIPS, CSCP, CPIM, CPSM) is an added advantage
• Minimum 7 years of progressive experience in procurement, strategic sourcing, or supply chain management
• Demonstrated experience in category management, supplier negotiation, and contract management
• Experience in project-based or EPC procurement environments is strongly preferred
• Background in the solar, renewable energy, or utilities sector is an advantage
• Proficient in ERP systems and procurement platforms (e.g. SAP, Oracle, or equivalent)
• Strong command of data analysis and reporting tools (Excel, Power BI, or equivalent); ability to build decision-ready dashboards and reports
• Solid understanding of cost modelling, TCO frameworks, and PPV management
• Familiarity with contract law fundamentals and procurement governance in a regulated or project-driven environment