Strategic Sourcing Manager, Procurement

Experienced and Strategic Sourcing Manager to drive the Procurement Centre of Excellence (COE) across function for our renewable energy projects.

Key Responsibilities

Develop, track, and report on procurement KPIs to measure cost savings, supplier performance, compliance, and process efficiency.

Design, implement, and maintain dashboards and reporting tools that provide leadership with clear, real-time insights into procurement performance.

Lead the rollout and optimization of ERP systems to enhance sourcing workflows, ensure data integrity, and improve spend transparency.

Support the development and execution of category strategies, supplier evaluations, and continuous improvement initiatives to deliver sustainable value creation.

Develop and implement procurement strategies for infrastructure-based renewable energy projects.

Manage supplier sourcing, qualification, and onboarding processes.

Ensure material and service procurement aligns with project budgets, timelines, and quality requirements.

Lead negotiations for major supply and service contracts with vendors, EPCs, and subcontractors.

Collaborate with legal teams to draft and finalize procurement contracts with appropriate risk mitigation clauses.

Ensure compliance with procurement policies, financial guidelines, and industry standards.

Work closely with project management, engineering, and construction teams to align procurement plans with project milestones.

Oversee delivery schedules and logistics to support seamless construction activities.

Provide procurement input during budgeting, cost estimation, and tender submission phases.

Build and maintain strong relationships with key vendors and stakeholders.

Monitor supplier performance based on KPIs (e.g., delivery, cost, quality).

Ensure procurement activities adhere to ESG, legal, and regulatory compliance standards.

Drive cost-saving initiatives and continuous improvement in procurement operations.

Prepare procurement reports and dashboards for senior management, highlighting risks, opportunities, and progress updates.

Support ERP systems rollout to enhance sourcing workflows, ensure data integrity, and improve spend transparency.

Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Business, or related field.

Minimum 10-12 years of experience in procurement, with at least 8 years in Strategic sourcing.

Work under a structured procurement governance framework, ensuring strict adherence to policies, audit requirements, and regulatory compliance.

Coaches and develops procurement team members, enhancing their capabilities in strategic sourcing, contract management, and stakeholder communication.

Strong understanding of infrastructure project timelines, logistics, and supply chain dependencies.

Excellent communication, negotiation, and analytical skills.

Application Questions

• Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Malaysia?
• What's your expected monthly basic salary?
• Which of the following types of qualifications do you have?
• How many years' experience do you have as a Strategic Sourcing Partner?
• How many years' experience do you have in a procurement role?

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