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Head of Procurement

Head of Procurement

Second TalentPasir Gudang, Johor, Malaysia
30+ days ago
Job description

Job Title : Head of Procurement

Location : Malaysia

Department : Procurement

Reports to : Senior Leadership / Management Committee

About the Role

We are seeking a strategic and experienced Head of Procurement to lead our procurement function. This role is critical in driving cost-efficient procurement strategies, strengthening vendor relationships, ensuring compliance, and supporting the overall business objectives.

As a key member of the Management Committee, you\'ll shape and execute procurement strategies, ensure timely and cost-effective sourcing, and work cross-functionally with technical, legal, and finance teams.

Key Responsibilities

Develop and implement procurement strategies aligned with company goals.

Ensure timely contract renewals, cost efficiency, and strong vendor performance.

  • Negotiate terms and manage service-level agreements to protect the company\'s commercial and technical interests.

Cost Control & Performance Monitoring

  • Lead cost-saving initiatives and continuously review procurement processes for improvement.
  • Generate and analyze procurement performance reports for senior management.

    Technical Procurement Support

  • Collaborate with technical teams to source OEM parts and evaluate new technology for port systems.
  • Support the procurement of critical items for planned maintenance and obsolete part replacement.
  • Policy, Compliance & Governance

  • Oversee procurement policies to ensure compliance with ISO standards and internal controls.
  • Ensure all procurement activities adhere to legal, statutory, and internal requirements.

    People & Resource Management

    Manage and develop procurement team members, set clear KPIs, and provide coaching.

    Plan departmental budgets and control costs to stay within allocated resources.

    Stakeholder Engagement

  • Act as the key point of contact for procurement-related concerns from both internal and external stakeholders.
  • Liaise with government bodies (e.g., MITI, MIDA, Customs, MOF) on import / export matters.
  • Problem Solving & Decision-Making

    Handle supplier disputes and resolve inventory discrepancies.

  • Make strategic sourcing, vendor selection, and make-or-buy decisions aligned with business needs.
  • Systems & ERP Management

  • Lead procurement-related ERP implementation and ensure data integrity and system security.
  • Ensure compliance with information security and IT policies regarding procurement systems.
  • Requirements

    Qualifications

  • Bachelor\'s or Master\'s Degree in Procurement, Logistics, Business Management, Engineering, or a related field.
  • Professional certifications such as CIPS or CILT are highly desirable.

    MBA or other leadership certifications are a plus.

    Experience

    5-10 years of experience in a senior procurement or supply chain leadership role.

  • Strong background in procurement, contracts, inventory management, and cross-functional collaboration.
  • Experience in administration and company secretarial matters is an advantage.

    Skills

    Strong negotiation and analytical skills.

    Excellent stakeholder and vendor management capabilities.

    Able to lead and motivate a high-performing team.

    High attention to detail, strong organizational and decision-making abilities.

    Knowledge of ERP systems and procurement tools.

    Apply today to play a vital role in shaping our procurement strategy and driving operational excellence.

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