Senior Manager, Governance, Compliance and Tender Secretariat at SD Guthrie International

Petaling Jaya, Selangor, Malaysia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

29 Dec, 25

Salary

0.0

Posted On

30 Sep, 25

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Governance, Compliance, Tender Management, Policy Development, Stakeholder Management, Risk Assessment, Leadership, Procurement, Contract Law, Training, Auditing, Documentation, Continuous Improvement, Team Management, Ethical Standards, Change Management

Industry

Farming

Description

We value our people and encourage everyone to grow professionally. If you think this opportunity is right for you, we encourage you to apply! 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. SD Guthrie Berhad (SD Guthrie) is one of the world’s leading producers of Certified Sustainable Palm Oil (CSPO), representing approximately 12% of the global market share (as of 31 December 2022). We are listed on Bursa Malaysia. Supported by a large institutional base, we are a strategic company of Permodalan Nasional Berhad, Malaysia’s largest unit trust company and our major shareholder. With over two centuries of heritage, SD Guthrie has evolved into an integrated company operating throughout the entire spectrum of the palm oil value chain. Our dedicated workforce of more than 84,000 employees across 12 countries serve customers in over 90 countries worldwide. We operate 234 plantation estates in Malaysia, Indonesia, Papua New Guinea, and the Solomon Islands, supported by 11 refineries globally with a total refining capacity of 4 million metric tonnes per year. Our downstream businesses engage in trading, manufacturing, and sales of a diverse range of palm oil derivatives, including oleochemicals, biodiesel, and nutraceuticals. We are equipped with 5 R&D Centres, 3 Innovation Centres, and 1 Genetic Testing Facility to support our R&D efforts spearheaded by lab scientists, data engineers, and tech innovators. Our focus is on next-gen robotics and tech-driven solutions for the palm oil and agri-business sector, alongside renewable energy initiatives. We are the world’s first palm oil company to have our net-zero GHG emissions reduction targets approved by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). Join us today, as we continue to Unlock Nature's Superpowers.

Responsibilities

The Senior Manager will develop and manage procurement policies and governance structures while overseeing the Tender Secretariat. This role includes ensuring compliance, managing tender processes, and providing guidance to senior management and project teams.