Procurement Specialist

Supplier & Vendor Management
Identify, evaluate, and onboard qualified suppliers across key indirect categories.
Design and implement a vendor review framework to assess current suppliers based on performance, cost, and compliance.
Maintain an up-to-date vendor master list and supplier scorecards.
Recommend changes or improvements to optimize supplier quality and cost efficiency.
Build and maintain strong, professional relationships with key vendors.
Construction & Fit-Out Procurement
Manage sourcing, bidding, and negotiation for store construction and renovation projects.
Review quotations, ensuring alignment with approved budgets and timelines.
Coordinate with project managers and operations teams to monitor contractor performance.
Review and prepare contracts, progress payments, and final settlements with support from Business Finance and the CFO.
Contract Review & Management
Lead the review and coordination of indirect supplier and service contracts.
Collaborate with Business Finance and the CFO to ensure commercial, financial, and operational soundness.
Maintain an organized contract database and monitor renewal timelines.
Lease & Mall Negotiations
Support the Head of Retail and CFO in negotiating new and renewed lease agreements with shopping mall landlords.
Prepare benchmarking reports comparing rental terms and commercial conditions.
Coordinate approval and signing processes for all lease-related documents.
Procurement Operations & Reporting
Oversee day-to-day procurement processes: RFQs, bid comparisons, purchase orders, and payment coordination.
Track indirect spending, supplier compliance, and cost-saving achievements.
Ensure adherence to procurement policies and approval limits.
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Work closely with Business Finance, Retail Operations, Marketing and Store Development to align procurement activities with business priorities.
Provide data and insights for budgeting, cost forecasting, and supplier audits.