Technical Procurement Engineer

• QS background an advantage
• Knowledge in Procurement tools and systems
• Expertise in strategic procurement
• Knowledge in contract management
• Negotiating skills
• Oral and written communication skills
• Critical thinking and analytical skills
• With Strong technical knowledge and understanding of construction methodology management
• Can work under pressure, multi-tasking, adaptable/flexible, with initiative and high Integrity

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

On Procurement Process

• Assist the procurement officer and or buyer to review, validate and process all requests (PRS & JORS) and purchase orders (PO) of the assigned categories/trade. Make sure that all information to source the category is well indicated.
• Provide technical / commercial assistance to Purchasing Officers and Commodity Buyers to develop awareness of manufacturing processes and improve product knowledge.
• Actively participates on negotiation to reduce the cost and ensure a competitive price from suppliers, contractors and service providers to secure competitive price.
• Coordinate with the e-procurement and admin business unit in relation to contracts management and review to guarantee that the provisions are on the organizations' benefit.
• In cases of bidding events, assist the procurement team assigned for the coordination with vendors or any kind of support needed to complete the event.
• Assess tenders and quotations from potential vendors.
• Deliver briefs, updates and reports as and when required.

On Vendor Accreditation and Management

• Actively participate in vendor performance reviews and accreditation.
• Practice strategic sourcing to acquire materials, supplies and all services related to property management, real estate general construction and subsidiaries. And facilitates product presentation.
• May able to evaluate vendor’s billing and provides assistance with the suppliers and contractors in collection of payment.
• Maintain a good relationship with the suppliers, contractors and service providers.
• Deliver briefs, updates and reports as and when required

On Procurement Planning, Research and Development

• Research the current trends on the market related to the categories assigned to him/her and benchmark prices as a basis for negotiation.
• To provide strategic initiatives necessary to drive cost reduction projects.
• Ensure continuous supply of required goods and materials and communicate any supply problems which may pose a risk or impact on business operations by exploring alternate sources for goods and materials.
• Creates and delivers presentation of proposed alternate sources for goods and materials to the stakeholders for approval.
• Deliver briefs, updates and reports as and when required.

On Relationship Management

• Work collaboratively and engage with stakeholders and suppliers regarding new projects, supplies and initiatives and advise of impact of change on purchasing and production activities.
• Attend meetings and update others on issues or concerns.
• Build, maintain and manage supplier relationships and keep up good communications