Manager, Procurement (Asia)

Company :

Sime Darby Industrial Sdn Bhd

Strategic

• Perform Spend Analysis to support sourcing strategy and annual plan development for Asia Region
• Perform study of supply market intelligence (market, vendor, product, commodity, etc) for Asia Region
• Implement procurement programs and develop knowledge and skill improvement within Asia Region
• Drive procurement cost reduction initiatives within Asia Region Support the development and drive the
• implementation of Group Procurement strategies, policies and initiatives at Asia Region Contribute to the development of procurement planning processes Lead/Manage the procurement processes at Asia Region
• Drive the alignment of Divisional SOP to GPPA and ensure compliance to GPPA for Asia Region Drive and manage capability development and knowledge management for Asia Region

Operation

• Manage procurement process arising from Group wide purchases.
• Conduct tenders in accordance to Division SOP/GPPA and make recommendations to Tender Committee
• Understanding and influencing sourcing project / business requirements. Identify opportunities that focus on cost reductions, efficiencies/quality improvements, risk mitigation, industry and supply trends and shifts in technology
• Provide input on Procurement / Contracting strategy to business
• Supplier Classification, Relationship Management and contract management
• Proactively work with Stakeholders and assist in or directly manage spend
• Know, understand and stay abreast of industry trends, benchmarks, best practices, etc.
• Monitor Strategic/key Suppliers to provide internal notifications and develop risk mitigation scenarios
• Analyze past and future demand volumes, inventory trends and current inventory levels
• Drive Procurement Digital Strategy (Digitization and Automation of processes) and reductions in Total Cost of Ownership (i.e. supply programs, catalogs) at Asia Region

Responsible Sourcing

• Supplier assessment and due diligence: Conduct assessments and audits of current and potential suppliers to evaluate their compliance with ethical, social, and environmental standards. Identify risks and areas for improvement and collaborate with suppliers to drive corrective actions.
• Supplier performance monitoring: Establish metrics and key performance indicators (KPIs) to evaluate supplier performance in responsible sourcing. Regularly monitor and evaluate supplier performance, providing feedback and guidance to drive continuous improvement.
• Stakeholder engagement: Collaborate with internal stakeholders, including procurement, legal, sustainability, and operations teams, to ensure responsible sourcing practices are integrated into procurement processes.
• Training and awareness: Conduct training programs to educate employees, suppliers, and other relevant stakeholders on responsible sourcing practices. Promote awareness and understanding of responsible sourcing throughout the organization.
• Reporting and transparency: Prepare regular reports and metrics to track responsible sourcing performance. Ensure transparency by communicating progress, challenges, and achievements to internal and external stakeholders.
• Continuous improvement: Drive continuous improvement initiatives related to responsible sourcing, collaborating with suppliers and internal teams to implement best practices, innovative approaches, and new technologies.

Business Process Analyst for AX/D365

• System evaluation and enhancement: Assess the effectiveness of current procurement systems and tools. Identify gaps, inefficiencies, and user pain points. Collaborate with IT and procurement teams to recommend system enhancements to improve functionality, usability, and data integrity.
• Managing the roles and permissions assigned to individual users. Involves in determining the access levels and responsibilities of different users and ensuring that the appropriate individuals or authorities have the necessary approval rights.
• Continuous improvement: Stay informed about emerging procurement trends, technologies, and best practices. Proactively identify opportunities for process improvement and automation. Lead or participate in projects to implement new tools, systems, or process enhancements.

Risk Management

• Risk identification and assessment: Identify and evaluate risks within the procurement process, including supplier risks, market risks, contractual risks, and operational risks. Conduct risk assessments to determine the likelihood and potential impact of identified risks. Continuously monitor external factors, such as market trends, regulatory changes, and geopolitical risks, that may affect procurement activities.
• Supplier risk management: Assess supplier risks and develop supplier risk management frameworks. Conduct due diligence on potential and existing suppliers to evaluate their financial stability, operational capabilities, compliance with regulations, and adherence to ethical standards. Establish monitoring mechanisms to track supplier performance and mitigate risks associated with supplier dependencies.
• Contractual risk management: Review and analyze procurement contracts to identify and mitigate contractual risks. Ensure that contracts include appropriate terms and conditions to protect the organization's interests, mitigate supplier risks, and address potential issues related to quality, delivery, and legal compliance.
• Compliance and regulatory adherence: Stay updated on relevant laws, regulations, and industry standards related to procurement and supply chain management. Ensure procurement activities comply with applicable regulations, including but not limited to anti-bribery and corruption laws, trade compliance, data privacy, and environmental regulations. Develop and implement processes to monitor and ensure compliance with these requirements.
• Risk reporting and monitoring: Establish key risk indicators (KRIs) and metrics to monitor and report on procurement risks. Prepare regular risk assessment reports and communicate risk-related insights to management and relevant stakeholders. Identify trends, patterns, and emerging risks and provide recommendations for risk mitigation and process improvement.
• Continuous improvement: Stay informed about emerging trends, technologies, and best practices in procurement risk management. Proactively identify opportunities to enhance risk management processes, tools, and methodologies. Lead or participate in projects aimed at improving risk identification, assessment, and mitigation.