MY0529: Sourcing & Procurement Specialist

This role is responsible for supporting sourcing and procurement activities, including vendor selection, contract negotiation, and supplier relationship management.

This role requires strong understanding of procurement processes, excellent negotiation skills, and the ability to collaborate effectively with internal stakeholders and external suppliers.

Job Title: Sourcing & Procurement Specialist

Location: Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Who we are

At FedEx, moving the world doesn’t only mean delivering for our customers around the globe. Moving the world is also about creating what’s next. We are Team FedEx and we are 500,000+ people strong around the world. The work we all do comes down to one purpose: to provide our customers with outstanding experiences as we connect the world to what’s next.

This isn’t a place to get just a job. Here, you get a career for life. It’s a place to enjoy constant change, growth, and progress in your career. Our willingness to innovate and transform is what keeps us at the forefront of our industry. With curiosity, inventiveness, and entrepreneurial spirit, we keep finding new and better ways to deliver results – for our customers, for our people and for the planet.

Here, you will have the flexibility and empowerment to reimagine the new, spread your wings and see your impact. By doing so, we are motivated to be better together. And together, we will continue to drive and deliver excellence.

Our Values

We take pride in being a people-first company, where our employees feel safe, valued and respected. Our culture values empower us to deliver great results.

With one FedEx culture, we

Take care of each other | Commit to do good | Own outstanding | Drive business results | Create what’s next

Awards

• FedEx has consistently ranked among the top 20 in the “World’s Most Admired Companies” report, published in FORTUNE magazine, since 2001
• Ethisphere named FedEx as one of World’s Most Ethical Companies® in 2023

What will you do

This role is responsible for developing and executing enterprise-wide category management strategies across spend categories, integrating strategic sourcing, supplier relationship management, and risk mitigation.

Develop and implement sourcing strategies for HR Service categories using the FedEx sourcing methodology, including market analysis, supplier assessment and selection, total cost of ownership evaluation, contract negotiation, and supplier performance management. Partner closely with internal stakeholders and external suppliers to deliver value, optimize costs, manage risk, and support business objectives.

This role requires strong procurement expertise, exceptional negotiation skills, deep data analysis, and the ability to influence and collaborate across a diverse stakeholder network.

Essential Functions

• Lead strategic sourcing and category management activities, including spend analysis, market assessments, benchmarking, supplier evaluations, and development of category strategies and supplier performance criteria.
• Develop and maintain category expertise, market intelligence, and supplier networks while partnering closely with internal stakeholders to support business objectives and sourcing initiatives.
• Identify, evaluate, qualify, and select suppliers through research, assessment, competitive tenders, and due diligence processes, ensuring alignment with company standards and requirements.
• Lead supplier negotiations, contract development, and agreement reviews to secure favorable commercial terms while ensuring compliance with legal, regulatory, and corporate requirements.
• Build and maintain strong supplier relationships, serving as a key point of contact for supplier communications, performance management, issue resolution, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Analyze pricing proposals, cost structures, and total cost of ownership to support vendor selection, cost savings opportunities, and value optimization.
• Monitor supplier performance against established KPIs, conduct risk assessments, and implement mitigation strategies to support business continuity and compliance objectives.
• Lead cross-functional projects and programs, collaborating effectively with business stakeholders, Finance, Legal, and senior leadership to drive successful outcomes.
• Foster procurement process improvements by implementing best practices and leveraging tools, systems, and analytics to improve efficiency, effectiveness, and overall procurement performance.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

You Will Be a Great Fit If You

• 2–3 years in procurement, sourcing, or supply chain management
• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Supply Chain Management, or related field.
• Strong negotiation and contract management skills.
• Strong knowledge of procurement and sourcing processes, contract management, supplier relationship management, and negotiation strategies, all focused on best practices.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze complex data, develop insights, and make recommendations that support sourcing and category strategies.
• Experience evaluating supplier markets, cost structures, and total cost of ownership to drive value and business outcomes.
• Experience delivering measurable value through category expertise and category market knowledge
• Strong project management, analytical, detail-oriented, problem-solving, communication, and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence across a global organization.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and data analytics/reporting tools such as Power BI, SharePoint, SAP, Oracle, or similar business systems.
• Proficient in English and Chinese; multilingual skills are a plus.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with ability to influence across a global organization.
• Experience supporting HR Services categories such as Temporary Labor, Business Travel, and Corporate Credit Cards is preferred. Experience supporting APAC markets is a plus.
• Knowledge of labor laws, compliance requirements, and contingent labor programs is advantageous.

FedEx was built on a philosophy that puts people first, one we take seriously. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and we are committed to a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workforce in which we enforce fair treatment, and provide growth opportunities for everyone.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of age, race, color, national origin, genetics, religion, gender, marital status, pregnancy (including childbirth or a related medical condition), physical or mental disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances.

Our Company

FedEx is one of the world's largest express transportation companies and has consistently been selected as one of the top 10 World’s Most Admired Companies by "Fortune" magazine. Every day FedEx delivers for its customers with transportation and business solutions, serving more than 220 countries and territories around the globe.

We can serve this global network due to our outstanding team of FedEx team members, who are tasked with making every FedEx experience outstanding.

Our Philosophy

The People-Service-Profit philosophy (P-S-P) describes the principles that govern every FedEx decision, policy, or activity. FedEx takes care of our people; they, in turn, deliver the impeccable service demanded by our customers, who reward us with the profitability necessary to secure our future.

The essential element in making the People-Service-Profit philosophy such a positive force for the company is where we close the circle, and return these profits back into the business, and invest back in our people. Our success in the industry is attributed to our people.

Through our P-S-P philosophy, we have a work environment that encourages team members to be innovative in delivering the highest possible quality of service to our customers. We care for their well-being, and value their contributions to the company.

Our Culture

Our culture is important for many reasons, and we intentionally bring it to life through our behaviors, actions, and activities in every part of the world.

The FedEx culture and values have been a cornerstone of our success and growth since we began in the early 1970’s. While other companies can copy our systems, infrastructure, and processes, our culture makes us unique and is often a differentiating factor as we compete and grow in today’s global marketplace.