Accomplished Senior Buyer offering 10 years of experience in researching and purchasing highly-desirable products to meet consumer needs. Talented in building strong relationships with top suppliers and negotiating prices for best value when making purchases. Expert in maintaining in-depth knowledge of product trends and current market pricing.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
year of post-secondary education
Work History
Senior Buyer
Sapura Energy Berhad
Kuala Lumpur, Kuala Lumpur
06.2023 - Current
Achieved cost savings by implementing strategic sourcing and supplier negotiations.
Performed extensive vendor and supplier research to identify cost-effective options and product availability.
Managed a diverse portfolio of products, ensuring timely delivery and quality control.
Forecasted purchasing trends and improved merchandising strategies.
Determined lowest possible cost, factoring in quality and reliability, and negotiated favorable contracts.
Managed Frame Agreement / Contract from Tender Plan until Contract execution.
Collaborated with cross-functional teams to identify opportunities for cost reduction and process improvement.
Procurement Officer
HESS EXPLORATION & PRODUCTION B.V. MALAYSIA
Kuala Lumpur, Kuala Lumpur
01.2022 - 12.2022
Focal person for Infill's tendering packages and monitor the tendering process and follow guideline as per HESS Procurement Manual
Prepare procurement plan, procurement documents and assist in procurement management
Review of project correspondences received and advise on problem areas together with identification of any changes/additions/deletions to the packages
Assist Project Manager in the preparation and negotiation on the packages if needed
Lead in drafting Work Order for all purchase materials and services under Infill project
Ensure that clear and accurate records of Work Order / Purchase Order are maintained to monitor delivery dates of all packages under Infill project
Participate in weekly and monthly meetings with vendor as required
Assist to prepare the monthly progress reports as required
Executive, Non-Trade Procurement
DKSH MALAYSIA SDN BHD
Selangor, Selangor
08.2017 - 03.2020
Support superior in managing day-to-day operating expenditures against operating budgets and ensuring the usage of resource
Implement non-trade procurement policies/procedures on all request by stakeholders and plan to ensure cost/savings possibility
Facilitate the gathering inputs on non-trade procurement needs from internal stakeholders
Conduct preliminary supplier analysis to source for potential suppliers, evaluate vendor's quotation in terms of technical and commercial specifications
Assist on ad-hoc operational non-trade procurement needs such as planning and following up on purchase orders delivery and shipment schedule
Assist the stakeholders in the commercial sourcing activities by proposing and driving opportunities for optimal cost saving through analysis of current spend, bench marking and contract negotiation with vendors
Coordinate the tender process including evaluation, selection, contact negotiation and finalization, adhering to ethical business practices (compliance, governance and policy)
Execute the contract renewal/discontinuation process
Collaborated closely with HR department by giving an introduction presentation on non-trade procurement process to new intern staff once in a month
Educate intern staff on preparing tender request in terms of objective, strategies and planning until contract execution
Service Sourcing Assistant, Procurement and Contracts Dept.
CARIGALI PTTEPI OPERATING COMPANY SDN BHD
Kuala Lumpur, Kuala Lumpur
02.2010 - 08.2016
Managed and oversaw matters pertaining to procurement of major equipment, material and services for engineering projects
Carried out preparation and performed purchase and service orders processing and documentations in accordance with company policies and procedures
Conducted sourcing and development of new sources of supply for both internationally and locally in achieving improvements
Identified, selected and negotiated the best purchase package for quality, price, terms, deliveries and services with vendors and suppliers
Assisted the execution of supplier's selection, registration, evaluation and performance review
Participated in vendor, contractor's techno-commercial meetings
Carried out vital tender and bidding processes while dealing with vendors and contractors in a high degree of fairness and integrity under the best interest of the company
Advised and provided guidance, suggestion and assistance to users including dealing with contractors for all claims and disputes
Supervisor III, Group HSE Division
PETROLEUM NASIONAL BHD
Kuala Lumpur, Kuala Lumpur
06.2008 - 01.2010
Assist on records and database management for all GHSED departments
Assist and participate on all GHSED events including designing on posters, banners, buntings, lanyards etc
Provide administrative and business support to the Senior General Manager of GHSED on power point presentation preparation and enhancements for proper and professional looks
Improved office efficiency by implementing color-coded filing system
Enhanced communication between department and executive team, fostering a sense of teamwork and Collaboration
Oversaw daily operations of the department, ensuring smooth workflow and timely completion of tasks.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Multimedia Programmer & Graphic Design
Multimedia Technology Development Centre
Selangor
01.2000 - 02.2001
Skills
Supplier relationship management
Purchasing strategy
Supply chain optimization
Supplier negotiations
SAP
MS Word
MS Excel
MS PowerPoint
Adobe Acrobat
Adobe Photoshop
Adobe Illustrator
Internet Proficient
Excellent English
Excellent Malay
Core Values
Adaptable
Cautious
Cooperative
Dedicated
Diligent
Enthusiastic
Outgoing
Responsible
Self driven
Thorough
Professional Highlights
Hess Exploration & Production B.V. Malaysia, 01/01/22 - 12/31/22, Procurement Officer, Reporting directly to the Project Manager, assist with vendor selection, bid evaluations and expediting process., Conduct meeting with awarded vendors by weekly for delivery progress and prepare/update reports., Monitor all cost/budget under Infill projects and preparing reports for Cost Controller department., Ensure all technical documents are updated amongst user/vendor and stored in the system.
DKSH Malaysia Sdn Bhd, 08/01/17 - 03/31/20, Executive, Non-Trade Procurement, Reporting directly to the Associate Director, assist with vendor selection and bid evaluations., Assist the Associate Director on special projects focused on cost reduction initiatives, process improvement and documentation., Lead on all tender request by stakeholders (Consumer Goods, Healthcare, Logistics and IT) throughout DKSH Malaysia under Non-Trade categories - Low (RM10k below) and High value (RM10k above).
Carigali-PTTEPI Operating Company Sdn Bhd, 02/01/10 - 08/31/16, Service Sourcing Assistant, Procurement and Contracts Dept., Reporting directly to the Head Sourcing, assist with vendor selection and bid evaluations., Assist the Head Sourcing on special projects focused on cost reduction initiatives, process improvement and documentation., Involving and assisting on yearly shutdown activities for plan and ad-hoc requisitions from Production & Operations Department, Drilling Department and Project Department and ensure the activities progressed according to plan and target through a proactive approach in RFQ/PO/SO issuances, items or services delivery during project executions., Process all purchase and service orders for Drilling, Production & Operations, Project, IT and HR Departments, averaging total annual procurement expenses of USD$9.5 million.
Petroleum Nasional Bhd, 06/01/08 - 01/31/10, Supervisor III, Group HSE Division, Assist on records and database management for all GHSED departments., Assist and participate on all GHSED events including designing on posters, banners, buntings, lanyards etc., Provide administrative and business support to the Senior General Manager of GHSED on power point presentation preparation and enhancements for proper and professional looks., Improved office efficiency by implementing color-coded filing system., Enhanced communication between department and executive team, fostering a sense of teamwork and collaboration.
Timeline
Senior Buyer
Sapura Energy Berhad
06.2023 - Current
Procurement Officer
HESS EXPLORATION & PRODUCTION B.V. MALAYSIA
01.2022 - 12.2022
Executive, Non-Trade Procurement
DKSH MALAYSIA SDN BHD
08.2017 - 03.2020
Service Sourcing Assistant, Procurement and Contracts Dept.
CARIGALI PTTEPI OPERATING COMPANY SDN BHD
02.2010 - 08.2016
Supervisor III, Group HSE Division
PETROLEUM NASIONAL BHD
06.2008 - 01.2010
Some College (No Degree) - Multimedia Programmer & Graphic Design
Multimedia Technology Development Centre
01.2000 - 02.2001
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