Assistant Procurement Manager

Position Title: Procurement Assistant Manager

Department: R&D- Procurement

Location: Shah Alam, Selangor

Duration: Full Time- Contract

Position Overview

This Procurement Assistant Manager to oversee procurement activities within the R&D Procurement Department, focusing on sourcing automotive parts, components, and raw materials. Responsible for automotive procurement, supplier management, contract negotiation, cost optimisation, and compliance.

Key Responsibilities

Contract and Tender Management:

• Draft, review, and finalize supplier contracts and subsidiary contracts, ensuring alignment with company policies and legal standards.
• Collaborate with the legal team to address terms and conditions, liability clauses, and compliance requirements.
• Maintain a repository of active supplier contracts and ensure timely renewals or amendments

Sourcing & Negotiation:

• Source raw materials, parts, and components needed for automotive production and logistics support.
• Negotiate contracts, pricing, and terms to achieve cost-saving objectives while maintaining delivery schedules.

Quality Assurance:

• Evaluate supplier performance regularly and address quality or delivery issues promptly.
• Collaborate with quality control teams to resolve discrepancies in received components.

Regulatory Compliance:

• Ensure all procurement activities adhere to automotive industry standards and regulatory requirements, including safety and environmental compliance

Cost Analysis & Budgeting:

• Prepare and manage procurement budgets, ensuring alignment with financial goals.
• Conduct cost-benefit analyses to optimize procurement strategies and identify potential savings.

Data Analysis & Reporting:

• Use ERP and other systems to track procurement data, analyze supplier performance, and identify process improvement opportunities.
• Generate and present procurement reports to senior management, reporting directly to headquarters.

Qualifications:

• Educational Background: A degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
• Industry Experience: Previous experience in procurement or supply chain management, preferably within the automotive industry.
• Negotiation Skills: Strong negotiation skills with a focus on achieving cost savings while ensuring quality.
• Analytical Skills: Ability to conduct cost analyses and interpret procurement data effectively.
• Communication Skills: Excellent interpersonal and collaboration skills for coordinating with suppliers and internal teams.
• Language Skills: Proficiency in English is required; Mandarin is preferred.