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Date: Jul 2, 2025

Location: Petaling Jaya, MY

About AkzoNobel

Since 1792, we’ve been supplying the innovative paints and coatings that help to color people’s lives and protect what matters most. Our world class portfolio of brands – including Dulux, International, Sikkens and Interpon – is trusted by customers around the globe. We’re active in more than 150 countries and use our expertise to sustain and enhance the fabric of everyday life. Because we believe every surface is an opportunity. It’s what you’d expect from a pioneering and long-established paints company that’s dedicated to providing sustainable solutions and preserving the best of what we have today – while creating an even better tomorrow. Let’s paint the future together.

Leadership & Strategic Direction: Provide strategic direction and leadership to category sourcing in SESA.

Strategy Deployment: Define and deploy strategy for managing regional spend of the category, driving year-on-year value and benefits.

Stakeholder Collaboration: Work with key internal stakeholders including cross-business units, Sales and Supply chain, and other category leads.

Supplier Management: Own and drive strategic supplier management with all the regional vendors and own select/agreed global vendors

Alignment with Corporate Goals: Steer category strategy and execution aligned with AkzoNobel’s corporate goals on sustainability.

Develop and deploy regional sourcing strategy for the category.

Lead and manage strategic supplier management regionally & globally.

Influence internal stakeholders and business teams strategically on a global & regional scale.

Exhibit leadership behaviors to both the category team and suppliers.

Lead and deliver regional and global projects specifics to category.

Implement strategic cost management through e-tenders, negotiation, and contract management.

Ensure year-on-year value creation in line with company and functional goals.

Collaborate with the Category Technical Lead to develop a technical roadmap, including critical projects and initiatives.

Build and sustain a vendor base encompassing current and prospective vendors.

Contribute proactively to AkzoNobel’s Science-Based Target initiative (SBTi).

Develop alternate raw materials with the Business Unit Technical Lead, mitigating single/sole source material risks.

Demonstrate high levels of global collaboration and cooperation.

Graduate in Science or Business Economics; Master’s preferred

5+ years in strategic sourcing with global/regional experience

Excellent English communication and influencing skills

Strong in change management and leading strategic projects

Skilled in negotiation, category management, and contract management

Proficient with SAP, BI tools, and data analysis

Analytical, structured, and detail-oriented

Flexible, agile, and stress-resistant

Experienced in international business environments

Strong problem-solving, project management, and teamwork skills

Able to work independently with minimal supervision

Demonstrated leadership in continuous improvement

Excellent stakeholder management and ability to align cross-functional teams

Ability to synthesize complex information into strategic actions

At AkzoNobel we are highly committed to ensuring an inclusive and respectful workplace where all employees can be their best self. We strive to embrace diversity in a context of tolerance. Our talent acquisition process plays an integral part in this journey, as setting the foundations for a diverse environment. For this reason we train and educate on the implications of our Unconscious Bias in order for our TA and hiring managers to be mindful of them and take corrective actions when applicable. In our organization, all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age or disability.

Sika Kuala Lumpur City, Federal Territory of Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Company Description
Sika was first established in Malaysia in 1989 and full operations commenced in 1991 through its wholly-owned subsidiary, Sika Kimia Sdn Bhd, with the completion of its local head office and production plant in Nilai, Negeri Sembilan. Since then, the company has gained a leading position in the country with the acceptance and endorsement of its products for construction and industrial applications by local and international proponents.

In the Construction sector, our business activities cover the full spectrum of project types ranging from infrastructural development to buildings, from institutional facilities to manufacturing plants. We service our direct customers – concrete producers, contractors and distributors – and stay close to them through our central sales & marketing office in Petaling Jaya and a network of sales offices in Penang, Johor Bahru, Kuantan, Kuching and Kota Kinabalu. In 2014 our presence in the Malaysian construction continued to grow when our Ipoh Plant was built and running to meet customer demands.

In Malaysia, our Industry Division is the clear market leader in the automotive glass replacement sector (AGR) and the “Sikaflex” brand is instantly recognized as a mark for quality, reliability and performance. In the automotive OEM sector, we are the approved supplier to top German car markets such as Mercedes Benz and BMW. Meanwhile, Sika leads the field in total bonding, sealing, damping, reinforcing and protection solutions for bus, truck and rail vehicle manufacturing, and for the assembly of appliances, industrial equipment and building components.

Sika Kimia Sdn Bhd currently employs more than 340 people in Sales & Marketing, Technical Service, Finance, HR & Administration, Laboratory, Production, Purchasing, Customer Service and Warehouse.

• Developing and implementing sourcing strategies for indirect goods and services
• Conducting market research and benchmarking to identify potential suppliers and cost-saving opportunities
• Developing Request for Proposals (RFPs) and Request for Quotations (RFQs)
• Conduct cost analysis and setting benchmarks for improvement
• Negotiating contracts and ensuring compliance with terms and conditions
• Facilitating and leading sourcing projects
• Monitoring supplier performance and addressing any issues
• Identifying and implementing cost-saving initiatives
• Ensuring compliance with company policies and procedures
• Identifying and mitigating potential risks associated with procurement
• Working with internal stakeholders to ensure that all procurement activities are conducted ethically and legally
• Ensuring that all purchases are within budget and comply with company policies
• Identifying and implementing process improvements to streamline procurement activities
• Using technology to automate procurement processes and improve efficiency

• Degree in any discipline
• MBA, an added advantage
• Minimum 5 years working experience in indirect procurement
• Strong organization and analytical skills and make data-driven decisions
• Project management skills
• Problem-solving skills
• Knowledge of ERP systems (Microsoft Dynamics AX, SAP, etc)
• Able to work independently and as a team
• Able to travel when required
• Strong communication skills, preferably fluent in spoken and written English, Bahasa Malaysia and Mandarin
• Strong inter-personal and leadership skills
• Strategic thinking ability
• High integrity

• Executive

• Full-time

• Purchasing
• Chemical Manufacturing

Indirect Category Manager , Kuala Lumpur, Federal Territory of Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, Beschaffung, Chemie

• Developing and implementing sourcing strategies for indirect goods and services
• Conducting market research and benchmarking to identify potential suppliers and cost-saving opportunities.
• Developing Request for Proposals (RFPs) and Request for Quotations (RFQs
• Conduct cost analysis and setting benchmarks for improvement
• Negotiating contracts and ensuring compliance with terms and conditions
• Facilitating and leading sourcing projects
• Monitoring supplier performance and addressing any issue
• Identifying and implementing cost-saving initiatives
• Ensuring compliance with company policies and procedures
• Identifying and mitigating potential risks associated with procurement
• Working with internal stakeholders to ensure that all procurement activities are conducted ethically and legally
• Ensuring that all purchases are within budget and comply with company policies
• Identifying and implementing process improvements to streamline procurement activities
• Using technology to automate procurement processes and improve efficiency

• Degree in any discipline
• MBA, an added advantage
• Minimum 5 years working experience in indirect procurement
• Strong organization and analytical skills and make data-driven decision
• Knowledge of ERP systems (Microsoft Dynamics AX, SAP, etc)
• Able to work independently and as a team
• Able to travel when required
• Strong communication skill, preferably fluent in spoken and written English, Bahasa Malaysia and Mandarin
• Strong inter-personal and leadership skills
• Strategic thinking ability
• High integrity

Sika was first established in Malaysia in 1989 and full operations commenced in 1991 through its wholly-owned subsidiary, Sika Kimia Sdn Bhd, with the completion of its local head office and production plant in Nilai, Negeri Sembilan. Since then, the company has gained a leading position in the country with the acceptance and endorsement of its products for construction and industrial applications by local and international proponents.

In the Construction sector, our business activities cover the full spectrum of project types ranging from infrastructural development to buildings, from institutional facilities to manufacturing plants. We service our direct customers – concrete producers, contractors and distributors – and stay close to them through our central sales & marketing office in Petaling Jaya and a network of sales offices in Penang, Johor Bahru, Kuantan, Kuching and Kota Kinabalu. In 2014 our presence in the Malaysian construction continued to grow when our Ipoh Plant was built and running to meet customer demands.

In Malaysia, our Industry Division is the clear market leader in the automotive glass replacement sector (AGR) and the “Sikaflex” brand is instantly recognized as a mark for quality, reliability and performance. In the automotive OEM sector, we are the approved supplier to top German car markets such as Mercedes Benz and BMW. Meanwhile, Sika leads the field in total bonding, sealing, damping, reinforcing and protection solutions for bus, truck and rail vehicle manufacturing, and for the assembly of appliances, industrial equipment and building components.

Sika Kimia Sdn Bhd currently employs more than 340 people in Sales & Marketing, Technical Service, Finance, HR & Administration, Laboratory, Production, Purchasing, Customer Service and Warehouse.

• Developing and implementing sourcing strategies for indirect goods and services
• Conducting market research and benchmarking to identify potential suppliers and cost-saving opportunities
• Developing Request for Proposals (RFPs) and Request for Quotations (RFQs)
• Conducting cost analysis and setting benchmarks for improvement
• Negotiating contracts and ensuring compliance with terms and conditions
• Facilitating and leading sourcing projects
• Monitoring supplier performance and addressing any issues
• Identifying and implementing cost-saving initiatives
• Ensuring compliance with company policies and procedures
• Identifying and mitigating potential risks associated with procurement
• Working with internal stakeholders to ensure that all procurement activities are conducted ethically and legally
• Ensuring that all purchases are within budget and comply with company policies
• Identifying and implementing process improvements to streamline procurement activities
• Using technology to automate procurement processes and improve efficiency

• Degree in any discipline
• MBA, an added advantage
• Minimum 5 years working experience in indirect procurement
• Strong organizational and analytical skills to make data-driven decisions
• Knowledge of ERP systems (Microsoft Dynamics AX, SAP, etc.)
• Able to work independently and as part of a team
• Able to travel when required
• Strong communication skills, preferably fluent in spoken and written English, Bahasa Malaysia, and Mandarin
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills
• Strategic thinking ability
• High integrity

Sika was first established in Malaysia in 1989 and full operations commenced in 1991 through its wholly-owned subsidiary, Sika Kimia Sdn Bhd, with the completion of its local head office and production plant in Nilai, Negeri Sembilan. Since then, the company has gained a leading position in the country with the acceptance and endorsement of its products for construction and industrial applications by local and international proponents.

In the Construction sector, our business activities cover the full spectrum of project types ranging from infrastructural development to buildings, from institutional facilities to manufacturing plants. We service our direct customers – concrete producers, contractors, and distributors – and stay close to them through our central sales & marketing office in Petaling Jaya and a network of sales offices in Penang, Johor Bahru, Kuantan, Kuching, and Kota Kinabalu. In 2014, our presence in the Malaysian construction continued to grow when our Ipoh Plant was built and running to meet customer demands.

In Malaysia, our Industry Division is the clear market leader in the automotive glass replacement sector (AGR) and the “Sikaflex” brand is instantly recognized as a mark for quality, reliability, and performance. In the automotive OEM sector, we are the approved supplier to top German car markets such as Mercedes Benz and BMW. Meanwhile, Sika leads the field in total bonding, sealing, damping, reinforcing, and protection solutions for bus, truck, and rail vehicle manufacturing, and for the assembly of appliances, industrial equipment, and building components.

Sika Kimia Sdn Bhd currently employs more than 340 people in Sales & Marketing, Technical Service, Finance, HR & Administration, Laboratory, Production, Purchasing, Customer Service, and Warehouse.

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• Work closely with category team to understand market needs, trends, and gaps.
• Coordinate with suppliers/factories on product concept development.
• Track and follow up on samples, testing, and approvals.
• Support in specification writing, packaging design coordination, and product labelling.
• Prepare supplier benchmarking and market intelligence reports.
• Support local team on supplier onboarding, document management, and compliance tracking.
• Assist in monitoring supplier KPIs and help organize performance reviews.

3. Cross-functional Coordination

• Work closely with Local & China team and logistics to ensure end-to-end sourcing alignment.
• Collaborate on product development timelines and sample evaluations.
• Prepare negotiation materials and run scenario analysis to support decision-making.

4. Process & System Improvement

• Help define and improve sourcing workflows, SOPs, and tools.

Key Skills:

• 5-8 years of experience in purchasing, procurement or supply chain management
• Merchandising background is a plus point.
• Strong in Excel and PowerPoint.
• Analytical, with good commercial understanding.
• Attention to detail and strong communication skills.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.

• Seniority level Mid-Senior level

• Employment type Full-time

• Job function Purchasing and Product Management
• Industries Retail

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Key Responsibilities:

1. New Product Development (NPD)

• Work closely with category team to understand market needs, trends, and gaps.
• Coordinate with suppliers/factories on product concept development.
• Track and follow up on samples, testing, and approvals.
• Support in specification writing, packaging design coordination, and product labelling.

2. Supplier Management:

• Prepare supplier benchmarking and market intelligence reports.
• Support local team on supplier onboarding, document management, and compliance tracking.
• Assist in monitoring supplier KPIs and help organize performance reviews.

3. Cross-functional Coordination

• Work closely with Local & China team and logistics to ensure end-to-end sourcing alignment.
• Collaborate on product development timelines and sample evaluations.
• Prepare negotiation materials and run scenario analysis to support decision-making.

4. Process & System Improvement

• Help define and improve sourcing workflows, SOPs, and tools.

Key Skills:

• 5-8 years of experience in purchasing, procurement or supply chain management
• Merchandising background is a plus point.
• Strong in Excel and PowerPoint.
• Analytical, with good commercial understanding.
• Attention to detail and strong communication skills.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.

ZALORA is searching for a self-starter, organized, and motivated Category Manager to join its regional commercial department in Kuala Lumpur (MY). This role offers high internal growth potential and requires someone capable of going the extra mile to achieve goals. It presents a unique opportunity to influence and make an impact at ZALORA, supporting our growth in one of the company's fastest-growing categories.

Job Description:

• Develop and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers.
• Develop and execute sales strategies to achieve revenue targets.
• Monitor and analyze sales performance to identify opportunities for improvement.
• Conduct regular brand review meetings (monthly, quarterly, or seasonal).
• Support contract negotiations with new brands and suppliers.
• Analyze internal and external environments to keep the category competitive.
• Retain and optimize key account relationships to improve category performance.
• Establish and grow strategic local partnerships.
• Hire, train, and manage a team of Key Account Managers to grow and manage your merchant portfolio.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in any field with at least 4-5 years of relevant experience.
• Experience in management consulting, corporate strategy, business development, or e-commerce is a plus.
• Proven management and leadership skills, with a passion for coaching and mentoring.
• Strong analytical skills and ability to generate actionable insights.
• Excellent business acumen and commercial understanding.
• Willingness to work in a multicultural environment.
• Advanced knowledge of Excel; experience with Looker is preferred.

Interested in building your career with ZALORA? We believe you'll enjoy:

• An exciting platform to showcase your success.
• Work-life flexibility.
• A friendly, team-oriented work environment.
• Career growth aligned with your professional and personal goals.

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The ZALORA Story

ZALORA is Asia’s leading online fashion, beauty, and lifestyle destination, part of the Global Fashion Group. As a pioneer in large-scale ecommerce in the region, ZALORA has a strong presence in Singapore, Indonesia, Malaysia, Brunei, the Philippines, Hong Kong, and Taiwan, with over 50 million visits per month.

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We are looking for a Regional Category Manager based in Kuala Lumpur (Malaysia) to develop ZALORA's Luxury outright portfolio.

Analysing luxury consumer buying patterns and predicting future trends are two really important responsibilities for this role.

The Category Manager will implement the merchandising strategies and ensure that product offer is in line with the customer demands whilst driving the business forward by negotiating contracts with new and existing suppliers. The Category Manager is responsible for maximizing commercial opportunities through effective management of inventory, driving sales through improved availability and forecasting, and price management.

This is a unique, exciting opportunity to influence minds and make an impact at ZALORA in order to deliver our growth ambition in this exciting category.

Responsibilities:

• Build strong relationships with new and existing luxury suppliers by negotiating the best offers, margin structures and marketing investments
• Formulate buying strategies, develop OTB plans and product mix allocation to optimize sales plan and gross margin
• Monitor and drive the growth of the outright segment: create and execute a strategic plan that delivers business opportunities for Zalora Luxury with an accurate forecasting, future trends prediction and internal performance management/analysis
• Monitor inventory, delivery situation to ensure timely product availability and maximize sales opportunities during the season and mega campaigns.
• Handle various sets of daily, weekly and monthly business reports to improve visibility of category performance to senior management
• Manage senior and junior fashion buyers who support the day to day operations and execute monthly orders
• Liaise with internal departments and work with Marketing and Campaign Teams to incorporate luxury promotions into ZALORA’s marketing calendar
• Work with the suppliers/internal teams to continuously improve operational aspects of the business that directly impact the customer experience: reduce the defective rate, improve the packaging, handle customer service inquiries, etc.

Requirements:

• Minimum 5 years of work experience in fashion merchandising/buying with international luxury retail companies preferred
• Excellent English skills required
• Bachelor in Business, Fashion, Finance or related field
• Strong fashion sense, with working knowledge of South-East Asia markets
• Exposure in e-commerce industry is preferred
• Great negotiation, interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to forge effective cross-functional team relationships and confidently interact with senior stakeholders internally and externally to deliver business outcomes
• Willingness to work in a multicultural environment
• Robust commercial understanding, P&L literacy with innate numerical and analytical skills and ability to derive insights from data.
• Proactivity and entrepreneurial mindset to flex the needs of the role as the category develops
• Advance working knowledge of Excel & PowerPoint; Tableau or Looker are preferred

Wonder how it's like to build your career with ZALORA? Inspired by employees, we believe you'll be in for:

• An exciting platform to make your success story
• Have the utmost care for your mental and physical wellbeing
• Flexibility weaved into your lifestyle
• A seamless work environment with a friendly & team-fueled culture
• Career growth aligned to your professional and personal needs and goals

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The ZALORA Story

ZALORA is Asia’s Online Fashion Destination. Founded in 2012, the company has a presence in Singapore, Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines, Hong Kong. ZALORA is part of Global Fashion Group, the world's leader in online fashion for emerging markets. ZALORA offers an extensive collection of top international and local brands and products across apparel, shoes, accessories, and beauty categories for men and women. Offering up to 30-day free returns, speedy deliveries as fast as 3 hours, free delivery over a certain spend, and multiple payment methods including cash-on-delivery, ZALORA is the online shopping destination with endless fashion possibilities.

ZALORA is not obligated to accept resumes from any third parties on behalf of potential candidates for any position (advertised or otherwise) by any means, unless ZALORA has executed a written agreement with such third party and has expressly requested such third party for candidate referrals. Third parties who provide unsolicited resumes of candidate(s) shall waive and forfeit all rights to claim for any placement fees or referral fees in the event that such candidate is eventually engaged or employed by ZALORA or Global Fashion Group.