QSR Brands Hiring! Full Time Purchasing Manager (Direct Materials) in Selangor - Ricebowl

JOB SCOPE

Responsible for sourcing and procuring direct materials for KFC, Pizza Hut, QSR Manufacturing and Region Food Industries in accordance with company policies and procedures. Ensures cost-effectiveness, quality, and timely supply to support business operations.

• Develop and implement procurement strategies.

• Source and secure direct materials to meet brand requirements, while expanding the supplier base through new and alternative sources.

• Collaborate with internal stakeholders such as QA, Operations, and Marketing to ensure alignment of product and supply needs.

• Engage with suppliers on product specifications, quotations, negotiations, and relevant documentation.

• Handle tenders, RFQs, RFPs, and quotation processes.

• Ensure all raw materials comply with Halal and Food Safety requirements.

• Coordinate with the Legal department on agreement vetting, execution, and compliance.

• Drive cost-saving and cost-avoidance initiatives through strategic sourcing.

• Implement alternate sourcing strategies to mitigate supply risks.

• Improve procurement processes, ensure policy compliance and risk management.

• Develop and deliver comprehensive monthly reports such as procurement KPIs, category spend, savings initiatives, supplier performance, and strategic sourcing progress to the Head of Procurement/Head of Supply Chain.

Job Requirement:

• Minimum Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related field is preferred.

• Working experience in strategic or operational procurement of 7 – 10 years.

• Demonstrates strong interpersonal and communication skills, fostering collaboration, mutual respect, and a positive team dynamic across internal teams and external suppliers.

• Excellent negotiation skills with a proven ability to drive value and secure favorable terms.

• Positive attitude with strategic thinking to support long-term procurement goals.

• Diplomatic and solution-oriented, capable of implementing SOPs, improving procurement processes, and driving continuous improvement initiatives.

• Proven experience in vendor management, supply chain coordination, and procurement operations.

• Strong organizational, multitasking, and problem-solving skills.

• Experience in inter-departmental collaboration (e.g., Finance, Logistics).

• Skilled in market research, team leadership, and the use of supply chain software and Microsoft Office tools.