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.