ManpowerGroup Hiring! Full Time Procurement Manager in Johor, Earn up to MYR 18,500 - Ricebowl

We are seeking an experienced Procurement Manager to lead Malaysia's procurement and supply chain function, supporting day-to-day operations and major data centre construction projects. This is a strategic yet hands-on leadership role responsible for managing procurement activities across Capital Expenditure (CAPEX) and Operational Expenditure (OPEX), driving cost optimisation, strengthening supplier relationships, and ensuring robust procurement governance, compliance, and risk management. The successful candidate will have strong project procurement experience, ideally within data centres, MEP, construction, or critical infrastructure environments.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage procurement activities across CAPEX and OPEX categories, supporting operational requirements and major data centre construction projects.
• Develop and execute procurement strategies to optimise costs, improve efficiency, and achieve business objectives.
• Manage end-to-end procurement processes, including RFPs, tender preparation, bid evaluation, commercial negotiations, contract awards, and contract closure.
• Lead project procurement activities for complex construction and infrastructure packages, preferably involving Mechanical, Electrical and Plumbing (MEP) systems.
• · Identify, evaluate, and develop suppliers, ensuring competitive pricing, quality, reliability, and compliance with contractual requirements.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with infrastructure-related vendors, contractors, and suppliers in Malaysia.
• Negotiate commercial terms and contracts to achieve favourable pricing, mitigate risks, and maximise value.
• Monitor supplier performance, resolve procurement issues, and drive continuous improvement.
• Ensure compliance with procurement policies, governance frameworks, internal controls, and applicable regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate closely with engineering, construction, operations, finance, legal, and other stakeholders to ensure timely procurement delivery.
• Utilise ERP systems such as SAP or Oracle to support procurement operations, reporting, and spend management.

Requirement:

• Minimum 8 years of experience in procurement and/or supply chain management.
• Strong experience in project procurement, preferably involving MEP, construction, data centres, or critical infrastructure projects.
• Proven track record in managing RFPs, tender processes, bid evaluations, contract negotiations, and contract closure.
• Experience managing complex procurement packages across CAPEX and OPEX categories.
• Working knowledge of ERP systems such as SAP or Oracle.
• Established network and familiarity with infrastructure-related vendors and contractors in Malaysia.
• Strong commercial acumen, negotiation, and cost optimisation skills.
• Ability to balance strategic planning with hands-on execution.
• Strong stakeholder management, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills.
• High standards of procurement governance, compliance, risk management, and ethical business practices.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: Up to RM18,500.00 per month

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Maternity leave
• Opportunities for promotion
• Parental leave
• Professional development

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Kulai: Reliably commute or willing to relocate with an employer-provided relocation package (Required)

Application Question(s):

• Are you authorized to work in Malaysia?
• Are you available immediately?
• Do you require a work visa?
• Minimum 8 years of experience in procurement and/or supply chain management
• Strong experience in project procurement, preferably involving MEP, construction, data centres, or critical infrastructure projects
• Proven track record in managing RFPs, tender processes, bid evaluations, contract negotiations, and contract closure
• Experience managing complex procurement packages across CAPEX and OPEX categories
• Working knowledge of ERP systems such as SAP or Oracle
• Established network and familiarity with infrastructure-related vendors and contractors in Malaysia
• Strong stakeholder management, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills
• High standards of procurement governance, compliance, risk management, and ethical business practices

Language:

• Mandarin (Preferred)

Location:

• Kulai (Preferred)

Work Location: In person