Total 2 Manager level Purchasing / Procurement / Inventory job vacancies in Johor

The Procurement Manager is responsible for overseeing procurement activities within a defined function or project segment. This role requires deep expertise in procurement processes, strong analytical capabilities, and the ability to influence stakeholders to achieve optimal sourcing outcomes. The incumbent ensures alignment between procurement activities and broader organizational objectives.

Key Responsibilities

Procurement Strategy & Execution

• Lead end-to-end procurement activities for assigned categories, projects, or business units.
• Ensure procurement strategies align with organizational goals and operational requirements.
• Drive cost optimization, supplier performance, and value creation across procurement initiatives.

Stakeholder Management & Influence

• Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to understand business needs and priorities.
• Influence decision-making through data-driven insights and negotiation skills.
• Resolve conflicts and guide stakeholders toward optimal procurement outcomes.

Problem Solving & Analysis

• Address complex, multi-variable procurement challenges affecting multiple stakeholders.
• Conduct root cause analysis to identify underlying issues and implement sustainable solutions.
• Prioritize competing demands while balancing cost, quality, risk, and timelines.

Supplier & Contract Management

• Develop and manage supplier relationships to ensure performance, compliance, and continuous improvement.
• Lead negotiations and contract management to secure favorable terms and mitigate risks.
• Monitor supplier performance and drive corrective actions when necessary.

Process Integration & Improvement

• Understand how procurement activities interlink with broader business processes.
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
• Ensure governance, compliance, and adherence to procurement policies and standards.

Team Coordination & Guidance

• Provide informal leadership, guidance, and mentorship to team members or small workgroups.
• Coordinate cross-functional efforts to deliver procurement objectives efficiently.
• Support capability building within the procurement function.

Decision-Making & Accountability

• Accountable for the full outcomes of a procurement function, category, or project segment.
• Makes decisions that impact cost, supplier performance, and operational efficiency.
• Exercises judgment in complex situations with multiple variables and stakeholder considerations.

Role Overview

We are hiring a QS Procurement Lead to drive end-to-end procurement strategy for large-scale data centre / mission-critical projects. This role will focus on commercial procurement, tender management, and contract award across high-value CSA and MEP packages.

You will play a key role in ensuring cost-effective sourcing, contract compliance, and timely procurement delivery, working closely with cross-functional teams in a fast-paced project environment.

Key Responsibilities

Procurement Strategy & Planning

• Lead procurement strategy, sourcing plans, and package structuring
• Manage trade packaging across:
  • CSA (Civil, Structural, Architectural)
  • MEP (HVAC, Electrical, ELV, Fire Protection)
• Align procurement timelines with project programme and delivery milestones
• Drive value engineering, cost optimisation, and market benchmarking

Tendering & Bid Management

• Manage full tender lifecycle: RFQ / RFP, tender issuance, bid analysis, and award
• Conduct commercial bid evaluations, cost comparisons, and benchmarking
• Lead contract negotiations with contractors and suppliers
• Ensure clarity on scope, pricing, specifications, and risk allocation

Contracting & Commercial Management

• Draft and manage contracts, subcontracts, and procurement documentation
• Work with contract frameworks such as FIDIC, NEC, bespoke agreements
• Maintain alignment with cost plans, budgets, and financial targets
• Track procurement commitments and ensure cost control governance

MEP-Focused Procurement

• Manage procurement of key MEP systems:
  • HVAC / Cooling systems (CRAC, CRAH, chillers)
  • Electrical systems (MV/LV, UPS, generators)
  • Data centre infrastructure and specialist vendors
• Coordinate closely with engineering and design teams to ensure technical-commercial alignment

Stakeholder & Supplier Management

• Build and manage relationships with contractors, vendors, and supply chain partners
• Collaborate with cost managers, project managers, consultants, and engineers
• Act as the key commercial interface during procurement and contract award phases

Governance & Compliance

• Ensure procurement activities comply with internal policies, audit requirements, and governance frameworks
• Maintain accurate documentation for tendering, evaluation, and contract approvals
• Drive best practices in procurement processes and efficiency improvements