Procurement Manager

Key Responsibilities

• End-to-end procurement: Sourcing, negotiating, issuing purchase orders (POs), and coordinating shipments.

• Supplier management: Evaluate, select, and maintain relationships with local and overseas suppliers based on pricing, quality, lead time, and compliance.

• Budget control: Monitor purchasing budgets, identify cost-saving opportunities, and prepare financial reports.

• Contract negotiation: Draft, evaluate, and execute contracts, ensuring favorable terms and risk mitigation.

• Compliance & documentation: Handle import/export permits, ISO documentation, e-invoicing, and maintain procurement records.

• Project support: Work closely with site teams to ensure timely delivery of materials and resolve supply chain issues.

• Performance review: Assess supplier performance, manage approved vendor databases, and conduct regular evaluations.

Job Requirements

• Education: Diploma/Degree in Supply Chain, Procurement, Engineering, or related fields.

• Experience: Typically 3–10 years in procurement, with preference for construction sector exposure.

• Skills: Strong negotiation, analytical, and organizational skills; proficiency in Microsoft Office and digital procurement platforms.

• Soft Skills: Excellent communication, ability to multitask, and adaptability to fast-paced environments.

Operational Procurement

Day-to-day purchasing, supplier coordination

Mid-level managers ensuring smooth site operations

Strategic Procurement

Contract negotiation, cost-saving initiatives

Senior managers driving efficiency and compliance

Project Procurement

Material delivery aligned with project timelines

Managers embedded in construction project teams

Risks & Challenges

• Supply chain delays: Can disrupt construction timelines; requires proactive vendor management.

• Cost overruns: Poor negotiation or weak budget control can inflate project costs.

• Compliance issues: Failure to meet MOM, BCA, or ISO standards can lead to penalties.

• Vendor reliability: Overdependence on a single supplier increases risk exposure.