Contract & PO Management Manager [1 Year Contract] at HLB

Kuala Lumpur, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

04 Jan, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

06 Oct, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Contract Management, Procurement, Team Leadership, Process Improvement, Negotiation, Communication, Analytical Skills, Contract Law, Financial Controls, Microsoft Office Suite, SAP, Oracle, Ariba, Key Performance Indicators, Vendor Agreements, Non-Disclosure Agreements, Statements of Work

Industry

Financial Services

Description

If you are looking to excel and make a difference, take a closer look at us… Overview As the Contract & PO Management Manager, you will oversee the full lifecycle of our contracts and purchase orders (POs). You’ll ensure all procurement activities follow company policies and financial standards. This role involves leading a team, driving process improvements, and acting as the main point of contact between our Procurement, Legal, Finance, and business teams. You will report to the Manager - Operational Management. Key Responsibilities and Accountabilities Functional (job responsibilities) Develop and maintain robust contract management policies, procedures, and systems. Oversee the drafting, review, negotiation, and execution of various contracts, including vendor agreements, Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDAs), and Statements of Work (SOWs). Ensure compliance with all contractual terms and legal requirements; manage the contract repository; and proactively track key dates for renewals or terminations. Manage the end-to-end PO lifecycle, ensuring timely and accurate creation, approval, and distribution. Develop and enforce policies for PO creation and closure to maintain proper financial controls and spend visibility. Audit PO submissions for compliance with approved budgets and coordinate with Accounts Payable to reconcile POs and resolve discrepancies. Lead, mentor, and train the Contract and PO Management tea Drive continuous improvement initiatives for contract and PO processes, leveraging technology and best practices. Develop and track Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and generate reports for management on contract status and operational performance. Jobholder Requirements Malaysian citizen. Education/Qualification Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Finance, Supply Chain Management, or a related field. A professional certification such as CPCM or CPSM is highly preferred. Experience/Requirements 5-7 years of experience in contract administration, procurement, or a related legal/financial role. 2-3 years of proven experience in a management or supervisory position. Demonstrated experience working with Contract Lifecycle Management (CLM) and Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Ariba). Strong understanding of legal principles, contract law, and procurement best practices. Strong negotiation, communication, and analytical skills. High proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel. About Hong Leong Bank We are a leading financial institution in Malaysia backed by a century of entrepreneurial heritage. Providing comprehensive financial services guided by a Digital-at-the-Core ethos has earned us industry recognition and accolades for our innovative approach in making banking simpler and more effortless for our customers. Our digital and physical offerings span across a vast nationwide network in Malaysia, strengthened with an expanding regional presence in Singapore, Hong Kong, Vietnam, Cambodia, and China. We seek to strike a balance between diversity, inclusion and merit to achieve our mission of infusing diversity in thinking and skillsets into our organisation. Candidates are assessed based on merit and potential, in line with our mission to attract and recruit the best talent available. Expanding on our “Digital at the Core” ethos, we are progressively digitising the employee journey and experience to provide a strong foundation for our people to drive life-long learning, achieve their career aspirations and grow talent from within our organisation. Realise your full potential at Hong Leong Bank by applying now. Hong Leong Bank (“HLB”) stands proudly as a leading financial services institution based in Malaysia, providing a wide range of comprehensive and innovative financial solutions across the region. These services are delivered through both digital and traditional means, via online and mobile banking, as well as our digital branch concept to provide customers with an efficient and seamless experience aided by technology. As the service and financial landscape changes rapidly with the ever-increasing use of technology, staying attuned to customers needs and desires becomes even more critical to HLB’s operations. To stay ahead of these dynamic changes, the Bank has adopted the approach of reimagining banking by embedding digital considerations and customer centricity in every aspect of our operations, from products and services as well as customer care and engagement. HLB’s ethos of being Digital-At-The-Core powered by customers-at-the-forefront will continue to lead us to innovate offerings in line with our aspiration of being a highly digital and innovative financial services organization.

Responsibilities

Oversee the full lifecycle of contracts and purchase orders, ensuring compliance with company policies and financial standards. Lead a team to drive process improvements and act as the main point of contact between various departments.