Senior Procurement Manager

Job Descriptions:

• Serve as the focal point between the global customer and the various Site Material Managers.
• Fully support and drive the development of supply chain strategies as well as provide resources and assistance in strategy implementation.
• Lead the Site Material Groups (purchasing, planning, inventory control, warehousing) with effective strategies and best practices.
• Responsible for key material indices which involve on-time delivery, inventory management and material labour costs.
• Seek vendors that offer a combination of quality materials and services at an acceptable price level. This is to be accomplished by making inquiries that are entirely detailed and specific.
• Inquiries seeking quotations will be documented in an open file arranged so that a system of follow-up to expedite can be accomplished.
• Continually strive to increase understanding of material and processes associated with the product or parts assigned for purchase.
• Continually monitor and evaluate assigned vendor performance data of price, quality, on-time delivery and service.
• Administrate, coordinate and cooperatively work with other departments to resolve all issues relevant to the vendor or parts assigned.
• Analyze and strive to maintain up-to-date knowledge of market trends, pricing and availability relative to the product assigned.
• To ensure goods are received in order. Monitor and follow up on goods shortages with end users and vendors.
• Communicate appropriately to other managers in the event of any delay, change, or other concern that impacts the orders and vendors.

Requirements:

• Diploma/Degree in Business or other relevant degrees
• 6 to 8 years of relevant experience
• Proficient in Microsoft Office - MS Word and Excel
• Self-starter with strong ethics, solid organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to multi-task and rise to the challenge under a tight timeline.
• Strong communication skills both in verbal and written English.
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills, creative, innovative and cost-conscious and result-oriented mindset.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to lead a diverse team to achieve a common goal
• To be based in HQ (Kuchai Lama) and various locations in Malaysia when needed