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Mohd Syafiq Azli Bin Zulkifle

Kuala Lumpur,14

Summary

Experienced with strategic sourcing and supply chain management. Utilizes strong negotiation skills to secure favorable contracts and partnerships. Track record of optimizing procurement processes and enhancing vendor relationships with technical background.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Senior Procurement Executive

Malaysian Deepwater Production Contractors Sdn Bhd
03.2023 - Current
  • Company Overview: MDPC is a company owned by MISC Berhad that operates (O&M) for FPSO Kikeh.
  • Spearheaded day-to-day procurement operations including processing of Purchase Requisitions (PR) and Work Service Requisitions (WSR) via competitive bidding, ensuring compliance with company procurement policies and timelines.
  • Supported the Supply Chain Manager in executing procurement strategies and managing cross-functional sourcing activities to meet operational requirements.
  • Coordinated internal approval workflows and purchase order issuance to ensure timely acquisition of goods and services.
  • Established and managed long-term service agreements (LTSA), price agreements, and contracts aligned with operational and business needs; monitored contract expiry and Annual Contract Value (ACV) utilization.
  • Led supplier identification, evaluation, registration (via AMOS system), and negotiation to secure competitive pricing while ensuring supplier reliability and compliance.
  • Negotiated Terms and Conditions with contractors and suppliers to safeguard MDPC’s interests and contractual compliance.
  • Conducted in-depth market research and surveys to analyze pricing trends, supplier capabilities, and market conditions, leveraging insights to inform procurement decisions and tender strategies.
  • Prepared clear and comprehensive procurement reports and dashboards for executive management, supporting data-driven decision-making.
  • Initiated and executed cost-saving strategies and value-added programs with key vendors, contributing to improved procurement ROI.
  • Monitored vendor and contractor performance against service level agreements (SLAs) and contractual KPIs to ensure accountability and continuous improvement.
  • Supported internal and external audit activities by aligning procurement practices with regulatory and audit requirements.
  • Contributed to the revision and enhancement of procurement policies and procedures to ensure relevance, efficiency, and alignment with MDPC’s strategic goals.
  • Championed continuous improvement initiatives within the procurement function to enhance team efficiency, transparency, and operational excellence.
  • Implemented category management strategies to optimize spend allocation and drive better value from suppliers.

Executive, Procurement and Contract

Malaysia Maritime Academy Sdn Bhd
11.2020 - 03.2023
  • Company Overview: ALAM- a subsidiaries group of MISC Berhad
  • Facilitate the procurement and tendering process/activities i.e. issuance of RFI, RFQ, RFP, ITB, receiving the bid proposals, administration of technical and commercial evaluations and related processes.
  • Ensure maintenance of tender/RFQ database for future reference.
  • As Tender Secretariat, manage the tender meeting and prepare the necessary documentations for the tendering meeting to ensure smooth running of meetings and accuracy of information relayed for decision making.
  • Prepare the necessary documentation for submission to Tendering Committee
  • On Tender Plan/Contracting Strategy on procurement of goods/services including asset disposal to ensure the proposals are in line with overall Company’s policies, procurement strategies and business requirements.
  • Organize and facilitate all non-tendering activities as per Company’s policies and guidelines to meet business needs without compromising integrity and accuracy.
  • Execute and complete contract management activities in line with Company’s direction and best possible terms to safeguard Company’s interests.
  • Perform negotiations on RFQ and tender for contract awards to finalize operational/contractual issues and/or cost reduction, ensuring negotiations are conducted in the most transparent manner in line with Company’s policies and procedures.
  • Lead and involved in ALAM Procurement Transformation Plan (PTP) with Procurement group on implementing new procurement platform (COUPA) and procedure.
  • Developed innovative solutions to complex problems, resulting in improved organizational performance.

Senior Procurement Executive

Hurricane Geo Inspection Survey Sdn Bhd
05.2019 - 10.2020
  • Responsible to source, negotiate and purchase materials from both local and oversea vendors
  • Evaluate vendor’s quotation to ensure that they are in line with the technical and commercial specifications required for the project
  • Advise internal and external on issues regarding purchasing Terms & Conditions
  • In charge of daily operational purchasing needs such as planning, issuing and following up on Purchase Orders delivery and shipment schedules
  • Resolve supply, quality, service, and invoicing issues with vendors
  • Assist in ISO Annual Performance Review for vendors
  • Evaluate supplier performance based on quality standards, delivery time & best prices and ensure all the criteria are met according to the organizational requirements and expectation
  • Responsible for implementing internal procurement strategies to cater to high delivery and short lead time requirements
  • Undertake any other ad-hoc duties as assigned
  • Involved and lead migration data during transition to Oracle (Digitalization from manual PO)
  • Responsible to determine factor of award vendor in techno commercial
  • Established cross-functional teams for specific sourcing projects, fostering collaboration and ensuring alignment of procurement objectives with overall business goals.

Procurement Engineer/Executive

Highbase Strategic SDN BHD
02.2015 - 03.2019
  • Sourced, negotiated, and procured materials and services from both local and international vendors to support project and operational requirements.
  • Assessed and analyzed vendor quotations to ensure alignment with technical specifications, commercial terms, and project requirements.
  • Provided expert advice to internal stakeholders and external parties on purchasing Terms & Conditions to ensure contractual compliance and risk mitigation.
  • Managed day-to-day procurement operations, including purchase planning, issuance of Purchase Orders (POs), and tracking of deliveries and shipment schedules to meet tight deadlines.
  • Resolved issues related to supplier performance, including quality discrepancies, service delays, and invoicing errors, ensuring smooth procurement operations.
  • Participated in the ISO Annual Vendor Performance Review process to ensure supplier adherence to quality and compliance standards.
  • Conducted regular supplier evaluations based on quality, cost, delivery timelines, and overall performance to ensure they meet organizational expectations.
  • Implemented internal procurement strategies to support fast-track project deliveries and reduce lead times without compromising quality.
  • Took ownership of vendor selection based on techno-commercial evaluations, ensuring the most suitable suppliers are engaged for each requirement.
  • Acted as a Procurement Lead in the PPMSB-MSA Tank Project as part of the Project Management Team (PMT), overseeing equipment readiness and sourcing of paint, garnet, and materials for tank cleaning, maintenance, blasting, and painting.
  • Successfully negotiated favorable vendor payment terms and contract conditions to meet aggressive cost control and production timelines.
  • Handled various ad-hoc procurement and project-related tasks as assigned, demonstrating flexibility and commitment to team objectives onshore and offshore.

Project Engineer (Project Management Department)

Ranhill Worley Sdn Bhd
09.2013 - 05.2014
  • Company Overview: Practical Trainee in Project Management Department ( Project Engineer )
    Project involved : Flow Assurance Project (FAP) for Qatargas and RasGas with HHI(EPC Project)
  • Provided technical expertise throughout all phases of the project, ensuring accurate execution of designs and specifications.
  • Maintained records for each project and engineering discipline.
  • Monitored installation of materials and equipment for compliance with drawings and specifications.
  • Completed construction tasks while providing safe working conditions, staying on budget and meeting project deadlines.
  • Preparation of Engineering Weekly Progress report. Assist Project Engineer and Project Manager on daily non-specific execution. Project interface and focal point between team members, sub and EPC contractors, and Asset Owner/Company

Quality Inspector (NDT)

CTRM Aero Composite SDN BHD
01.2011 - 05.2011
  • Materials inspection for Korean airlines (KAL), BOEING and AIRBUS Project
  • Coordinate and monitor quality assurance (QA) activities to achieve product quality.
  • Preparation of relevant quality documents for submissions to customer such as quality Plan and Test report.
  • Prepare weekly and monthly A320 Program Quality Performance report to be presented in management meeting.
  • Work cross-functionally with engineering, R&D, Test Lab, material and process engineer and NDT specialist prior to First Part Qualification (FPQ) trial product shipment.

Industrial Training

Petronas Penapisan Melaka
01.2009 - 06.2009
  • Maintenance on various types of pumps, compressor and blowers (Preventive maintenance).
  • Prepare Permit to Work (PTW) for daily activities.
  • Involved in Mercury filters project.
  • Corrective maintenance such as check valve passing and hot bolting.
  • Assist the engineer in FRP blade upgrading project.
  • Participated in PSR-2 annual stock take.
  • Participated in Catalytic Reforming Unit & Continuous mini Turn-Around.
  • Catalyst Regeneration for Mini Turn Around.
  • PPMSB Sungai Udang, Melaka. (Area: AMT 1)

Education

Bachelor of Engineering (Hons) - Mechanical Engineering, Facilities and Plant Engineering

Universiti Teknologi Petronas
Malaysia
01.2015

Diploma - Mechanical Engineering (Plant)

Politeknik Sultan Abdul Halim Mu'adzam Shah (Polimas)
Malaysia
06.2010

Skills

  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
  • SQL-database
  • Oracle-Netsuite
  • Proficient in SAP ECC 6 MM module
  • COUPA
  • Proficient in AMOS
  • Procurement process improvement
  • Supplier relationship management
  • Supply chain optimization
  • Purchase order management
  • Materials sourcing
  • Material requirement planning
  • Cost analysis

Certification

  • Board of Engineers Malaysia (BEM) - Graduate Engineer - Mechanical, G1109479A
  • Malaysia Board of Technologies- Graduate Technologist- Oil & Gas Technology (OG)

Training

  • OGSP-NIOSH Level 1
  • JOTUN paint school,
  • 3 Day training for blasting (Schmidt Abrasives)
  • Registered with CIDB (Green Card)
  • Attended CSWIP-BGAS 3.2
  • Attended Project Management Professional (PMP)

Timeline

Senior Procurement Executive

Malaysian Deepwater Production Contractors Sdn Bhd
03.2023 - Current

Executive, Procurement and Contract

Malaysia Maritime Academy Sdn Bhd
11.2020 - 03.2023

Senior Procurement Executive

Hurricane Geo Inspection Survey Sdn Bhd
05.2019 - 10.2020

Procurement Engineer/Executive

Highbase Strategic SDN BHD
02.2015 - 03.2019

Project Engineer (Project Management Department)

Ranhill Worley Sdn Bhd
09.2013 - 05.2014

Quality Inspector (NDT)

CTRM Aero Composite SDN BHD
01.2011 - 05.2011

Industrial Training

Petronas Penapisan Melaka
01.2009 - 06.2009

Bachelor of Engineering (Hons) - Mechanical Engineering, Facilities and Plant Engineering

Universiti Teknologi Petronas

Diploma - Mechanical Engineering (Plant)

Politeknik Sultan Abdul Halim Mu'adzam Shah (Polimas)

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