Procurement (Team) Lead

JOIN A LEADING AERO ENGINE COMPONENT REPAIR SPECIALIST

Your new company

Our client is a renowned aerospace engineering and maintenance provider, specialising in high-precision repair solutions for critical aircraft components. With cutting-edge technology and industry expertise, they support global aviation operations by ensuring reliability and efficiency in aircraft maintenance.

They are currently seeking a Procurement Team Lead to oversee and optimise procurement operations, ensuring the timely sourcing, negotiation, and delivery of aerospace-grade materials and services. This role requires strategic supplier management, cost control, and compliance with industry regulations to support the company's high-precision repair processes.

Your new role

In this role, you will:

  • Lead strategic sourcing and supplier management for aerospace-grade materials, ensuring alignment with operational and regulatory requirements.

  • Oversee the full procurement cycle, from RFQs and contract negotiations to supplier performance and timely delivery.

  • Drive cost control and efficiency, optimising procurement budgets while maintaining quality and compliance with aviation standards.

  • Manage procurement risks, strengthen supply chain resilience, and ensure adherence to industry regulations.

  • Lead and develop a high-performing procurement team, fostering continuous improvement and operational excellence.

What you'll need to succeed

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field. Professional certification (e.g., CIPS, CPSM) is an added advantage.

  • Minimum 5–7 years of procurement experience, with at least 3 years in a leadership role within the aerospace or manufacturing industry.

  • Strong understanding of aerospace-grade materials, procurement processes, and supplier management.

  • Excellent negotiation, analytical, and contract management skills to drive cost efficiency and supplier performance.

  • Familiarity with procurement ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) for streamlined operations.

  • Strong leadership, interpersonal, and communication skills to collaborate across teams and suppliers.

  • Fluent in English and BM - proficiency in additional languages is an advantage for supplier communication.

What you need to do now

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.

If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.

Summary

Job Type
Permanent
Industry
Aviation & Aerospace
Location
Malaysia
Specialism
Supply Chain
Ref:
1277576

Talk to a consultant

Talk to Clarence Cheong, the specialist consultant managing this position, located in Sunway
Corporate Suite 19-01 at Sunway Resort Hotel,, Persiaran Lagoon,

Telephone: +60378906184

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