about the company
You will be joining a well-established organisation within the manufacturing sector that specialises in fire protection solutions. The firm is known for its commitment to safety standards and offers a stable environment for professionals looking to develop their career within a market-leading team.
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about the job
In this role, you will:
Lead product localization, material cost ownership, and NPI sourcing readiness to perfectly align with production ramps and revenue plans.
Manage the full cycle of strategic contract negotiations, including pricing, commercial terms, and long-term supply agreements (LTSAs).
Perform market research and identify new potential vendors to ensure cost-effective, high-quality material sourcing across complex electronics, metals, plastics, mechanicals, and chemicals commodities.
Oversee material flow, analyze supplier capacity, and manage BOM releases through ERP and Agile systems to maintain necessary inventory for manufacturing needs.
Coordinate with quality assurance, planning, and engineering teams to resolve supplier-related quality issues, mitigate long-term supply chain risks, and conduct make-vs-buy analyses.
Monitor global raw material market trends and manage global supplier relationships to provide insights on pricing, supply stability, and continuity.
Act autonomously as an Individual Contributor to establish local procurement activities and build robust supply chain operations for a scaling greenfield/brownfield plant.
skills and experience required.
A degree or diploma in a relevant field of study.
Extensive experience in purchasing or a manufacturing environment.
Proficiency in utilizing warehouse management systems and procurement tools.
Proven ability to negotiate with suppliers and manage vendor relationships.
Strong attention to detail for maintaining accurate documentation and audit records.
about the manager/team
The successful candidate will be reporting to the Managing Director.
Build a robust supply chain from the ground up. Take complete ownership of NPI sourcing and global supplier management in this high-visibility, autonomous Individual Contributor role for our expanding Johor facility.