Trainee, Procurement

Location: Kuala Lumpur

Grow your career with us

Here at Averis, our common purpose is to improve lives by developing resources sustainably. Our people are crucial in helping us to realise our vision to be one of the best Global Business Solution (GBS) organization to support our customers in creating value for the Community, Country, Climate, Customer and Company.

Responsibilities

Role Purpose

The IT & Digital Procurement Specialist manages end-to-end procurement activities for IT, Digital, and Technology-related goods and services, including software, SaaS, cloud, digital platforms, data, cybersecurity, and professional services. The role partners closely with IT, Digital, Finance, Legal, and business stakeholders to drive cost efficiency, governance, and value realization.

Key Responsibilities

IT & Digital Sourcing

Lead end-to-end sourcing and procurement for IT and digital categories including:

Software licenses, SaaS, cloud platforms

Digital tools, data platforms, analytics, AI solutions

Cybersecurity solutions and IT infrastructure

IT & digital professional and managed services

Develop and execute sourcing strategies aligned with IT and digital roadmaps

Conduct market intelligence, benchmarking, and commercial evaluations

Vendor & Contract Management

Negotiate pricing, commercial terms, SLAs, and contract structures for IT and digital vendors

Manage contract lifecycle including renewals, amendments, and termination strategies

Partner with Legal on contracts covering licensing, data privacy, information security, and regulatory requirements

Drive vendor performance reviews and continuous improvement initiatives

Stakeholder Partnership

Act as a key procurement partner to IT, Digital, and Cybersecurity teams

Translate business and digital requirements into effective sourcing strategies

Support budget planning, demand management, and savings initiatives

Governance, Risk & Compliance

Ensure compliance with procurement policies, DoA, audit, and regulatory requirements

Support risk management for digital vendors, including data protection and cybersecurity considerations

Maintain accurate procurement documentation, reporting, and audit trails

Process & Capability Improvement

Identify opportunities for spend consolidation, vendor rationalization, and cost optimization

Support and improve e-procurement tools and digital procurement processes (e.g., SAP Ariba, Coupa)

Contribute to continuous improvement and best practices across IT & digital procurement

Required Qualifications & Experience

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, IT, Digital, Finance, or related field

5–8 years’ experience in IT, Digital, or Technology procurement

Strong exposure to software licensing, SaaS, cloud, and digital platforms

Solid contract negotiation and commercial management experience

Experience with ERP / e-procurement systems (e.g., SAP, Ariba)

Key Skills & Competencies

Strong commercial and negotiation capability

Good understanding of IT & digital technologies and commercial models

Excellent stakeholder engagement and influencing skills

Analytical, detail-oriented, and risk-aware

Able to manage multiple priorities in a matrix environment

Preferred / Nice to Have

Experience in regional or global procurement environments

Exposure to digital transformation, AI, data, or cybersecurity sourcing

Professional certification (CIPS, CPSM) is an advantage

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Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview. We endeavour to respond to every applicant. However, if you receive no response from us within 60 days, please consider your application for this specific position unsuccessful. We may contact you in the future if there are opportunities that match your qualifications and experience. Thank you for considering a career with Averis.