About this role
Overview
r hi are seeking a ‘hands-on’ Procurement Digital Manager SME to play pivotal role in a global procurement digital transformation project within a global Oil & Gas leader.
You will drive efficiency, compliance, and innovation across the full end‑to‑end procurement process, ensuring technology and process work seamlessly together.
Contract duration: 6 months - Possible for extension
Based – KL Eco City
Office hours: Mon-Fri 8.30am – 5.30pm WFH 60/40
Contract Rate: 12,000 – 15,000 MYR p.m depending on suitability
Responsibilities
As a Subject Matter Expert (SME) for procurement digital systems and processes.- including SAP ECC, SAP S/4HANA, and S2P applications (e.g. SAP Ariba) – you will translate business needs into user stories, shape product roadmaps, and deliver solutions that support ‘the clients’ strategic objectives.
You will collaborate closely with procurement teams, IT, and global process owners to challenge the status quo, streamline workflows, ensure regional compliance and globally consistent digital processes.
Key Deliverables:
- Digital Excellence & Product Ownership
- Procurement Process Transformation
- Change Management & Deployment Readiness
- Portfolio Management & Continuous Improvement
- Team Integration & Knowledge Sharing
- Supplier & Stakeholder Collaboration
- AI Adoption and Innovation
Required experience:
Functional Expertise
- Strong understanding of procurement processes and functional requirements across the S2P cycle.
- Experience ensuring procurement processes are effectively enabled by technology.
- Hands-on experience with Materials Management (MM) modules in SAP ECC or SAP S/4HANA, particularly in supporting procurement processes, system deployments, or functional enhancements.
- A minimum of 10yrs of relevant experience as Product Manager/SME
- Exposure to ‘digital transformation projects’ with procurement will be held in high regard.
Business & Stakeholder Experience
- Ability to quickly understand business priorities, regional nuances, and long-term objectives.
- Experience operating within complex multinational organizations.
- Strong influencing skills to secure buy in, manage resistance, and drive adoption.
Leadership & Integrity
- Recognized as an SME in procurement systems, enabling team alignment and strategy execution.
- Experienced in leading international initiatives with diverse stakeholders.
- Role-model for ‘the clients’ Code of Conduct, OMS principles, and safety leadership expectations.
Analytical & Problem-Solving Skills
- Strong analytical capability to evaluate problems and develop strategic solutions.
- Ability to translate business requirements into meaningful user stories and actionable plans.
- Skilled in critical thinking, navigating ambiguity, and managing risk.
- Experience facilitating collaborative problem-solving with suppliers and internal teams.
Interpersonal & Change Leadership Skills
- Excellent communication and influencing skills across cultures and organizational levels.
- Ability to represent ‘the client’ externally with suppliers and partners. Strong change leadership mindset — resilient, adaptive, and able to lead through complexity.
- Strong change leadership mindset — resilient, adaptive, and able to lead through complexity.
Qualifications
Essential education:
- Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Procurement, Information Systems, Business, or equivalent relevant professional experience.
- Postgraduate qualification related to procurement is a plus.
If you believe this opportunity is right for you, please click the 'Apply ' button to submit your application.
Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. At this time, we will only consider applications with valid working rights for Malaysia
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About rhi
rhi is a professional services provider with global expertise. Tracing our history back to the 19th century, we have spent the last 50 years as a global leader to the energy industry.
We combine efficient systems and processes with a deep understanding of client challenges and market insight. We work with our clients to deliver information and resources that will support every stage of their operations. We deliver value to our employees, our clients and the countries that we work in.
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Diversity Statement
We are an equal opportunity employer that recognises the value of a diverse workforce. All suitably qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective criteria and without regard to the following (which is a non-exhaustive list): race, colour, age, religion, gender, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or other characteristics in accordance with the relevant governing laws.
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