Manager, Procurement

Job Description

YOUR ROLE AS A:

The Procurement Manager is a senior individual contributor role responsible for owning sourcing outcomes, leading complex negotiations, and guiding junior team members through coaching rather than formal people management.

This role requires strong commercial judgement, the ability to influence stakeholders without authority, and the willingness to take full ownership of decisions and outcomes - especially when things do not go as planned.

The Procurement Manager is expected to communicate clearly, manage pressure confidently, and act as a trusted procurement advisor to the business.

WHAT YOU'LL CHAMPION:

Commercial Ownership & Execution

• Own end-to-end sourcing and negotiation outcomes for assigned categories or initiatives.

• Lead complex commercial discussions with suppliers, including pricing, scope, risk, and contract terms.

• Make clear recommendations and take accountability for sourcing decisions and results.

Stakeholder Management & Communication

• Act as the primary procurement point of contact for key stakeholders.

• Communicate procurement positions, trade-offs, and decisions clearly and confidently.

• Push back constructively on biased, incomplete, or high-risk requests while maintaining trust.

Coaching & Capability Building

• Coach and guide Procurement Executives and Senior Executives through real sourcing cases.

• Review and challenge recommendations to improve thinking, logic, and commercial judgement.

• Lead by example through hands-on execution rather than instruction.

Problem Solving & Judgement

• Operate effectively under ambiguity, incomplete information, and time pressure.

• Make pragmatic trade-offs between speed, cost, risk, and compliance.

• Take ownership of mistakes and drive corrective actions without blame-shifting.

Continuous Improvement (Practical)

• Identify recurring issues and propose targeted improvements based on lived experience.

• Improve ways of working without unnecessary structure or bureaucracy.

WHO YOU ARE:

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

• Minimum 8-10 years of procurement experience with strong exposure to negotiations and contracts.

• Demonstrated ability to influence stakeholders without formal authority.

• Strong communication skills -able to explain decisions, risks, and trade-offs clearly.

• Proven track record of taking ownership for outcomes, including failures.

• High learning agility, positive attitude, and passion for procurement.

WHAT YOU'LL ENJOY:

• Physical Wellbeing: Key medical and insurance benefits, maternity expenses, flexible work arrangement, and health and fitness amenities.
• Emotional Wellbeing: Paid time off, wellness programmes, and childcare amenities.
• Financial Wellbeing: Resources relating to financial, personal skills and career growth programmes.
• Allstars Specials: Free flights, unlimited discounted flights, and exclusive discounts with partners.
• A unique Allstar culture like no other

OUR HIRING PROCESS:

• Application received
• Candidate screening
• Interview(s) and assessment(s)
• Background check and/or other assessments
• Offer and negotiation

GET TO KNOW US:

Our story begins in 2001 with a dream, two planes and a 40 million ringgit debt. You'll know us as the Now Everyone Can Fly airline (if you don't, we're definitely older than you).

Today, we're more than just an airline. We're Capital A - a world-class brand that wears many hats. Our mission is to connect people and transform lives in Asean.

Above all, we're Allstars. We believe in the unbelievable and we dare to dream. We also believe in celebrating all individuals. So no matter your culture and background or if you prefer aisle seat to window seat, we're excited to have you onboard.

Search Firm Representatives - We do not accept unsolicited assistance from search firms for employment opportunities. All CVs/resumes submitted by search firms to any of our employees without a valid written search agreement in place will be deemed as our sole property. No fee will be paid when a candidate is hired by us as a result of an agency referral when there is no pre-existing agreement in place.

We are all different - one talent to another - that is how we rely on our differences. At AirAsia, you will be treated fairly and given all chances to be your best.We are committed to creating a diverse work environment and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

Search Firm Representatives - AirAsia does not accept unsolicited assistance from search firms for employment opportunities. All CVs / resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at our company without a valid written search agreement in place will be deemed the sole property of our company. No fee will be paid in the event a candidate is hired by our company as a result of an agency referral where no pre-existing agreement is in place.