Strategic Sourcing Specialist - Telecom & Data Services

Singapore Telecommunications Limited; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Singapore Telecommunications Limited in Kuala Lumpur is seeking a Sourcing Executive to support Sales and Pricing teams in sourcing cost-competitive last-mile services.

You will play an important role in supporting the competitiveness of our international data services by responding to sourcing requirements, developing market benchmarks and working closely with partners and Global Alliance teams to achieve competitive cost structures.

Qualifications

• Diploma or degree in Marketing, Business Studies, Engineering or related discipline.
• 1 year of relevant experience in bid management, pricing, sourcing, or ICT.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and MS Office.
• Good negotiation and communication skills with internal and external stakeholders.
• Ability to handle multiple sourcing requests and meet deadlines.
• Experience in telecommunications or ICT industry is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide timely day-to-day responses to quotation and sourcing requests.
• Support KPIs, including quotation turnaround times.
• Source last-mile service options based on requirements and benchmarks.
• Coordinate sourcing information for Sales and Pricing teams.
• Maintain accurate sourcing data to support pricing activities.
• Collaborate with partners and Global Alliance teams to improve cost structures.
• Escalate exceptions through appropriate approvals.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Time management

Teamwork

Detail-oriented

Ability to organise

Education

Diploma or degree in Marketing, Business Studies, Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Office

Job description

Singapore Telecommunications Limited in Kuala Lumpur is seeking a Sourcing Executive to support Sales and Pricing teams in sourcing cost-competitive last-mile services.

You will play an important role in supporting the competitiveness of our international data services by responding to sourcing requirements, developing market benchmarks and working closely with partners and Global Alliance teams to achieve competitive cost structures.