Assistant Manager, Procurement

Purchasing, Procurement & Inventory (Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

Full time

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Job Purpose

To ensure that the overall administration of the Bank’s non-IT procurement meets the requirement set by the Bank.

Accountabilities

• Source and qualify vendors to meet the specific needs of our business units.
• Manage the sourcing process by developing and issuing Requests for Quotation (RFQs), Requests for Proposal (RFPs), and Requests for Information (RFIs) according to project needs.
• Conduct due diligence on potential vendors, evaluating capabilities, financial stability, and reputation.
• Analyze vendor quotes, conduct market research, and negotiate pricing and terms to optimize cost savings.
• Manage vendor relationships to build trust and secure the best possible deals.
• Assist with the preparation of proposal documents when required.
• Summarize vendor quotes, provide sourcing reports, and communicate effectively with internal stakeholders.
• Review existing contracts for key terms, pricing structures, and performance obligations.
• Review and update procurement policies and procedures as needed.
• Ensure assigned sourcing projects are completed on schedule and within budget.
• Perform any other tasks or relief duties assigned by the supervisor.

Job Requirements

• Minimum a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration/Banking/Finance/Accounting or other equivalent
• Minimum of 3 years work experience in procurement or related field.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent negotiation and decision-making abilities.
• Negotiation and decision-making skills.
• Excellent proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (written and verbal), preferably in English.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks effectively.
• A high level of accuracy and attention to details.
• Strict adherence to and understanding of bank procurement policies and procedures.

Your application will include the following questions:

How many years' experience do you have as a Procurement Manager?

Which of the following Microsoft Office products are you experienced with?

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Affin Bank Berhad (AFFIN BANK) is the financial holding company of Affin Islamic Bank Berhad, Affin Hwang Investment Bank Berhad, and Affin Moneybrokers Sdn Bhd. Generali Life Insurance Malaysia Berhad and Generali Insurance Malaysia Berhad are associate companies of Affin Bank Berhad.

AFFIN BANK provides a suite of financial products and services that is catered to both retail and corporate customers. The target business segments are categorized under key business units such as Community Banking, Enterprise Banking, Corporate Banking and Treasury. As at 17 August 2023, AFFIN BANK has a network of 120 branches in Malaysia.

At AFFIN, we strive to always connect and engage with our customers, to understand their changing needs and aspirations better. It represents our passion and commitment to the community we operate in, enabling us to quickly respond to changes and provide a personalised experience.

At AFFIN, our people are aligned to our values of customer centricity, creativity and value creation. Our tagline “Always about you”, was crafted to drive loyalty and build our reputation as a creative and innovative financial organisation. Our people are at the heart of what we do and remain the focus of our customer centric culture.

Affin Bank Berhad (AFFIN BANK) is the financial holding company of Affin Islamic Bank Berhad, Affin Hwang Investment Bank Berhad, and Affin Moneybrokers Sdn Bhd. Generali Life Insurance Malaysia Berhad and Generali Insurance Malaysia Berhad are associate companies of Affin Bank Berhad.

AFFIN BANK provides a suite of financial products and services that is catered to both retail and corporate customers. The target business segments are categorized under key business units such as Community Banking, Enterprise Banking, Corporate Banking and Treasury. As at 17 August 2023, AFFIN BANK has a network of 120 branches in Malaysia.

At AFFIN, we strive to always connect and engage with our customers, to understand their changing needs and aspirations better. It represents our passion and commitment to the community we operate in, enabling us to quickly respond to changes and provide a personalised experience.

At AFFIN, our people are aligned to our values of customer centricity, creativity and value creation. Our tagline “Always about you”, was crafted to drive loyalty and build our reputation as a creative and innovative financial organisation. Our people are at the heart of what we do and remain the focus of our customer centric culture.

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