Job Title: Buyer
Duration: 2 years
Location: Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Key Responsibilities
Procurement & Sourcing
- Prepare and issue Request for Quotations (RFQs) for goods and services in accordance with approved procurement strategies, policies, and procedures.
- Source, evaluate, and recommend suppliers based on commercial, technical, quality, and delivery requirements.
- Analyze vendor quotations and commercial proposals to ensure project requirements, budgets, and schedules are achieved.
- Conduct commercial bid evaluations and support supplier selection processes.
Contract & Commercial Management
- Prepare, review, and administer Purchase Orders (POs) and related contractual documentation.
- Negotiate commercial terms and conditions with suppliers while safeguarding company interests.
- Manage supplier deviations, contract amendments, variations, and commercial clarifications.
- Support the resolution of claims, disputes, and commercial issues throughout project execution and post-project phases.
- Maintain warranty documentation and support warranty claims in accordance with contractual requirements.
Vendor & Stakeholder Management
- Develop and maintain effective relationships with suppliers and key stakeholders.
- Participate in vendor performance evaluations and supplier management initiatives.
- Coordinate closely with Engineering, Project Management, Construction, Logistics, QA/QC, and Project Controls teams to ensure procurement requirements are aligned with project objectives.
- Support confidentiality and non-disclosure agreement administration with suppliers and external parties where required.
Cost, Schedule & Risk Management
- Monitor procurement schedules and supplier performance to ensure timely delivery of equipment and materials.
- Identify procurement risks and recommend mitigation measures to minimize project impacts.
- Track and manage procurement activities against project budgets and timelines.
- Support change management activities and assess commercial impacts arising from project changes.
Documentation & Compliance
- Ensure procurement activities comply with company policies, procedures, and governance requirements.
- Maintain accurate procurement records, supplier files, and contract documentation.
- Prepare procurement reports, evaluation summaries, and management updates as required.
- Ensure proper documentation and audit readiness throughout the procurement lifecycle.
Key Challenges
- Managing procurement schedules to support demanding project timelines.
- Securing competitive pricing while maintaining quality and delivery requirements.
- Coordinating multiple stakeholders and suppliers across different locations.
- Managing variations, claims, and contractual issues during project execution.
- Ensuring compliance with procurement governance and documentation requirements.
Stakeholder Management
Internal Stakeholders
- Project Management Team
- Engineering Team
- Construction Team
- Planning & Scheduling Team
- QA/QC Team
- Logistics Team
- Project Controls Team
- Finance Team
- Legal & Contracts Team
External Stakeholders
- Vendors and Suppliers
- Service Providers
- Manufacturers
- Contractors
- Logistics Providers
- Inspection Agencies
- Regulatory Authorities
- Clients
Requirements
Experience
- Minimum 5 years of experience in procurement, purchasing, supply chain, or commercial functions within project-based industries.
- Minimum 2 years of experience supporting EPCC projects.
- Proven experience procuring equipment, materials, and services for major projects.
- Familiarity with procurement processes, contract administration, and supplier management.
- Knowledge of customs procedures, import/export requirements, and logistics processes is an advantage.
- Strong experience in commercial evaluations, negotiations, and contract management.
Education
- Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Business Administration, Management, Supply Chain Management, Procurement, or a related discipline.
Technical Competencies
- Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
- Knowledge of ERP systems such as SAP is an advantage.