At CEVA Logistics, we believe that logistics is about people. As a global leader in supply chain solutions, we connect people, products, and providers across the world. Our diverse team of experts is committed to delivering excellence through innovation, collaboration, and operational expertise.
We are currently seeking an experienced Procurement Lead to join our Malaysia team. If you are passionate about strategic sourcing, supplier management, commercial negotiations, and driving procurement excellence, we'd love to hear from you.
What You'll Be Doing
As the Procurement Lead, you will be responsible for leading procurement activities across Malaysia while supporting the implementation of regional and global procurement strategies. You will work closely with business stakeholders and suppliers to deliver value, optimize costs, and strengthen procurement governance.
Your key responsibilities will include:
- Lead end-to-end procurement activities, including sourcing, RFQ/RFP, tender management, supplier evaluation, and contract negotiations.
- Develop and execute category strategies aligned with regional and global procurement objectives.
- Drive cost optimization initiatives and identify procurement savings opportunities.
- Manage supplier relationships and performance to ensure quality, cost, delivery, and service excellence.
- Partner with Operations and cross-functional stakeholders to support business requirements and procurement projects.
- Ensure compliance with procurement policies, governance standards, and commercial best practices.
- Lead strategic procurement initiatives and support continuous process improvement across Malaysia.
What We're Looking For
We're looking for someone who brings both strategic thinking and hands-on execution.
Requirements:
- Bachelor's Degree in Business, Supply Chain, Engineering, Economics, or a related discipline.
- Minimum 7–10 years of experience in Procurement, Supply Chain, Strategic Sourcing, or a commercial function.
- Proven experience in sourcing, RFQ/RFP, supplier selection, commercial negotiations, and contract management.
- Strong knowledge of category management and procurement governance.
- Experience working with cross-functional stakeholders in a matrix organization.
- Excellent negotiation, stakeholder management, and communication skills.
- Strong analytical skills with proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.
- Self-driven, proactive, and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Preferred Experience
Candidates with experience in the following areas will have an added advantage:
- Contract Logistics (3PL) or warehousing industry.
- Indirect procurement and non-trade categories.
- Strategic procurement and cost reduction initiatives.
- Supplier performance management.
- Complex commercial contract negotiations.
Why Join CEVA Logistics?
At CEVA Logistics, you'll be part of a global organization where your ideas matter and your career can grow internationally.
We offer:
- Career development and internal mobility opportunities.
- Regional and global exposure.
- Collaborative and inclusive working environment.
- Opportunity to lead impactful procurement transformation initiatives.
- Competitive remuneration and comprehensive employee benefits.
If you're ready to make an impact and help shape the future of procurement at CEVA Logistics, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply now and be part of a team that keeps the world moving.