about the company
We are a rapidly growing regional food distribution company with a well-established presence. Backed by over 40 years of market history, we manage a diverse portfolio of premium international food brands. Following a recent regional acquisition, we are currently experiencing an accelerated phase of expansion , which includes an upcoming relocation to a new, modern warehouse facility to better support our scalable future growth.
about the role
This is a newly created leadership role with high visibility and strategic impact, responsible for leading and transforming the purchasing function. Reporting directly to the General Manager , you will lead a regional team and work closely with cross-functional stakeholders to transition procurement operations from traditional, manual tools into a scalable, data-driven, and technology-enabled framework.
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key responsibilities
Regional Operations & Supply Chain Resilience
End-to-End Cycle Management: Oversee the full purchasing life cycle for branded products and operational supplies across the region.
Inventory Optimisation: Monitor inventory levels and implement robust replenishment strategies to balance demand, optimise stock levels, and minimise waste or stock-outs.
Logistics Oversight: Manage global supply chain dynamics, including ocean/air freight, lead times, capacity constraints, and potential supply chain disruptions to ensure continuous supply resilience.
Supplier Governance & Commercial Negotiation
Strategic Sourcing: Identify new sourcing opportunities to support the ongoing expansion of our international brand portfolio.
Commercial Discussions: Lead negotiations with global suppliers covering pricing, commercial terms, and service levels to secure competitive pricing and reliability.
Partnership Management: Build long-term supplier partnerships and conduct regular performance evaluations.
Process, Systems & Collaboration
Digital Transformation: Drive procurement efficiency and planning accuracy by championing the optimisation of ERP tools and business intelligence systems.
Governance & SOPs: Establish standardised purchasing SOPs, governance frameworks, and approval processes.
Cross-Functional Alignment: Collaborate with Sales and Marketing on demand forecasting and promotional inventory ; partner with Warehouse teams on storage constraints ; and work with Finance on product costing and margin improvement initiatives.
Compliance, Safety & Team Leadership
Regulatory Compliance: Ensure all procurement and import activities comply with food safety regulations, trade compliance, and local authority standards across both Malaysia and Singapore.
People Development: Lead, mentor, and develop the regional purchasing team, strengthening core capabilities, accountability, and best practices.
skills & experience required
Professional Background: 8–12+ years of experience in Procurement, Purchasing, or Supply Chain Management.
Industry Sector: Experience within FMCG, food manufacturing, food distribution, or the Quick Service Restaurant (QSR) sector is highly preferred.
Technical Savviness: Strong capability in data-driven planning and familiarity with modern ERP systems or similar business tools.
Leadership Capabilities: Proven experience managing and developing regional or multi-location teams.
Core Competencies: Strong supplier negotiation skills, absolute clarity on global logistics cost drivers, and knowledge of inventory planning and costing.
what’s offered
- Competitive salary package.
- Regional exposure and career progression opportunities.
- Structured procurement environment with established processes.
how to apply
If you are exploring new opportunities or would like to stay on our radar for upcoming roles, feel free to submit your application. Having your latest CV with us will allow easier matching and faster outreach when suitable positions become available.