Posted 7mo ago

Senior Manager, Governance, Compliance and Tender Secretariat

@ SD Guthrie
Ara Damansara, Selangor, Malaysia
OnsiteFull Time
Responsibilities:Develop policies, Establish governance, Manage tender
Requirements Summary:10–15 years in procurement/supply chain with governance or compliance leadership; degree in SCM/BA/Engineering/Law; certifications such as CIPS/IIPMM; strong knowledge of procurement regulations.
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Job Description:

Responsibilities:

Policy, Governance & Compliance

  • Develop, review, and update procurement policies and procedures to align with organizational objectives, regulatory requirements, and best practices.
  • Establish and review  governance structures to ensure accountability and decision-making consistency in procurement activities.
  • Provide policy interpretation and guidance to business units, ensuring understanding and compliance.
  • Benchmark policies against industry standards to drive continuous improvement.
  • Identify, assess, and mitigate procurement risks, ensuring transparency and fairness.

Tender Management

  • Establish and manage the Group level Tender Secretariat as custodian of all tender processes.
  • Ensure tender invitations, submissions, evaluations, clarifications, and awards are conducted in a transparent, auditable, and timely manner.
  • Safeguard integrity of tender documents (including tender box/email platform) and enforce strict confidentiality protocols.
  • Provide secretariat support to Group Tender Committee, including scheduling, documentation, and compliance monitoring.
  • Maintain accurate tender records and reports for audit trail and performance tracking.

Stakeholder Management

  • Act as advisor to senior management and project teams on procurement governance and compliance issues.
  • Build awareness and conduct training on procurement policies, ethical standards, and compliance obligations.
  • Collaborate with internal stakeholders to ensure end-to-end compliance.

Reporting & Documentation

  • Maintain proper records of the tender process.
  • Prepare reports for audit, management review, or board/governance committees.
  • Review and draft the BTC’s Chairman’s Report and the BTC activities for disclosure in the Annual Report.

Leadership & People Management

  • Lead and manage the Procurement Governance & Tender Secretariat team, setting clear goals and KPIs.
  • Foster a culture of integrity, accountability, and continuous improvement.
  • Develop team capabilities through coaching, mentoring, and training.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Supply  Chain Management, Business Administration, Engineering, Law, or equivalent.
  • Professional certifications (e.g., CIPS, IIPMM, or equivalent) are advantageous.
  • Minimum 10–15 years’ experience in procurement/supply chain, with at least 5 years in governance, compliance, or policy leadership.
  • Strong knowledge of procurement regulations, contract law, and governance frameworks.
  • Proven experience in managing tender processes and secretariat functions.
  • Demonstrated leadership, stakeholder management, and change-management skills.

To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter outlining your interest for this role.