about the company
We are currently partnering with several leading multinational manufacturing corporations (MNCs) in Malaysia that are rapidly expanding their procurement and sourcing hubs. These organizations are seeking high-caliber sourcing professionals with strong technical category expertise to spearhead strategic sourcing, supplier development, and cost-optimization initiatives.
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about the job
As a critical member of the procurement leadership team, your core responsibilities will include:
Strategy Formulation: Develop and execute comprehensive commodity strategies to drive significant cost savings, quality improvements, and robust supply continuity.
Market Intelligence: Conduct deep-dive market analyses, global supplier benchmarking, and proactive supply chain risk assessments.
Commercial Negotiation: Lead high-value contract negotiations, pricing structures, and long-term agreements (LTAs) with local and international suppliers.
Supplier Performance: Monitor and uplift supplier KPIs utilizing the QCDS framework (Quality, Cost, Delivery, Sustainability).
Value Creation: Drive strategic localization projects and continuous cost-reduction initiatives to optimize total cost of ownership (TCO).
Cross-Functional Alignment: Collaborate closely with engineering, operations, and quality teams to ensure sourcing roadmaps align seamlessly with business requirements.
about the manager/team
Depending on the specific organizational structure of our partnering MNCs, you will step into a highly collaborative environment. You will work side-by-side with localized cross-functional engineering and operations teams, while routinely engaging with regional APAC or global procurement stakeholders.
skills and experience required
- Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Supply Chain Management, or a related discipline.
- Experience: 6 to 12 years of solid experience in Strategic Sourcing or Commodity Management within the manufacturing sector.
- Category Expertise: Strong, demonstrable technical knowledge in metal fabrication, plastic injection molding, or electronic components.
- Competencies: Proven track record in complex commercial negotiations, supplier relationship management (SRM), and data-driven cost analytics.
how to apply
If this sounds like the right next step for your career, we would love to hear from you! Please click the "Apply" button to share your updated resume with us.
Because we receive a high volume of applications, we will only be able to reach out to shortlisted candidates. However, we will definitely keep your profile in mind for future opportunities that match your expertise!