
Senior Procurement Executive (Team Lead) - SPX Express
- Kuala Lumpur
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Lead and mentor a team of procurement professionals, fostering collaboration, accountability, and KPI achievement-particularly in a shared-services or cross-functional environment.
- Develop and execute sourcing strategies, manage supplier relationships, negotiate contracts, and ensure timely procurement of goods and services.
- Monitor supplier performance and inventory levels, driving continuous improvement to reduce costs, enhance quality, and mitigate supply risks.
- Collaborate cross-functionally-especially with finance, operations, expansion and planning - to align procurement with broader business objectives.
- Generate regular reports and analyses on procurement performance, cost savings, and operational trends for senior leadership.
- Ensure compliance with internal policies, legal standards, and industry regulations throughout all procurement activities.
- Identify process bottlenecks and implement procurement best practices and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, or related field.
- 5+ years of procurement or supply chain experience, with at least 1-2 years in a leadership role or team management.
- Proven expertise in supplier/vendor management, contract negotiation, sourcing strategy, and performance tracking.
- Strong analytical mindset with familiarity in procurement systems.
- Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and team leadership skills.
- Knowledge of procurement regulations, risk management, and cost-control practices.
- Experience in tenders is advantageous.