The Assistant Manager, Central Purchasing manages sourcing activities and oversees end-to-end procurement processes under CPD jurisdiction for entities within Taylor’s Education Group (TEG). The role ensures governance, policy compliance, cost effectiveness, and service quality, while supporting vendor performance management, reporting, and continuous improvement within CPD.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Sourcing & Procurement Operations

• Manage sourcing for goods and services under CPD scope, including RFQ/RFP, quotation evaluation, and recommendation.
• Review quotation comparisons, cost analysis, commercial evaluation, and negotiation to achieve cost savings.
• Support tender and contract processes, including documentation, clarification, and coordination with stakeholders.

2. Governance, Compliance & Controls

• Ensure procurement activities comply with TEG procurement policy and governance requirements.
• Maintain proper documentation for audit readiness and transparency.
• Identify and escalate non-compliance, risks, or irregularities.
• Support internal and external audits related to purchasing activities.

3. Vendor Management & Performance

• Establish and maintain professional relationships with vendors and service providers.
• Participate in vendor evaluation, registration, and master data accuracy (e.g., SAP updates).
• Analyse Vendor Performance Assessment (VPA) results and highlight performance gaps, risks, and improvement opportunities.

4. Stakeholder Support (TEG Entities)

• Act as a CPD contact point for Business Users on procurement matters.
• Provide guidance on sourcing approaches, procedures, and documentation requirements.
• Coordinate with Finance, Legal, and other relevant functions when required.

5. Reporting, Analysis & Continuous Improvement

• Analyse procurement data, spending patterns, and savings to identify improvement opportunities.
• Prepare periodic reports on sourcing activities, cost savings, and vendor performance.
• Support digitalisation and process improvement initiatives (e.g., system enhancements, reporting tools).
• Propose improvements to procurement workflows, documentation, and controls.

6. Team & Work Management

• Provide guidance to Executives when assigned.
• Handle ad hoc tasks, special assignments, and cross-functional projects as directed by the Manager.
• Able to manage multiple priorities and work effectively with minimal supervision.

KEY COMPETENCIES

• Strong knowledge of sourcing and procurement processes
• Understanding of governance and compliance controls
• Analytical, negotiation, and vendor management skills
• Strong coordination and stakeholder management abilities
• High attention to detail and documentation accuracy
• Effective written and verbal communication (English & Bahasa Malaysia)

QUALIFICATION & EXPERIENCE

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Supply Chain, or related field.

Experience

Minimum 5 years in procurement/purchasing, including sourcing, evaluation, vendor management, and compliance environments. ERP (e.g., SAP) experience is an advantage.

TECHNICAL SKILLS

• Proficient in Microsoft Excel (analysis, reporting) and MS Office
• Familiar with procurement system (e.g., SAP)
• Comfortable working with data, reports, and documentation controls

BEHAVIOURAL ATTRIBUTES

• Self-disciplined and able to work under minimal supervision.
• Meticulous and detail-oriented
• Strong sense of integrity and accountability
• Good time management and multitasking ability
• Proactive, responsible, and solution oriented
• Professional in dealing with stakeholders and vendors