291 Sourcing Specialist jobs in Malaysia

Job Descriptions :

• Responsible to initiate tendering process in strategic sourcing for the category. Manage Request for Information (RFI), Request for Proposal (RFP) Request for Quotation (RFQ)
• Responsible for monitoring performance measurement for each assigned supply relationship area as well as conduct RFP’s Review Bids and perform auctions for simple tenders.
• Manage the renewal or extension of contracts and verification of commercial terms.
• Investigate and analyse drivers in the supply base and provide information on the suitability of potential supply base.
• Responsible for the Analytical Support by managing the information and data gathering to capture business requirements and scope.
• In charge of acquiring data on performance reporting, collate information and agree publication plan with Procurement Managers.
• Manage information and data gathering to capture business requirements, service requirements and scope. Analyse and categorise the potential different suppliers using appropriate tools.
• Understand the commercial factor, advice and implement a strategy to develop best procurement practises and drive optimum value for the category.

Job Requirements :

• Possess a Bachelor Degree in Business Studies, Finance, Information Technology or related discipline.
• Possess good problem solving skills, strong analytical, meticulous, conceptual skills and a team player.
• Possess good leadership qualities, committed, self-motivated, display consistent performance and result oriented.
• Possess good interpersonal and communication skills with a flair for writing.

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Indirect Sourcing Specialist page is loadedIndirect Sourcing Specialist Apply locations Malaysia - Kuala Lumpur India - Chennai India - Chennai time type Full time posted on Posted 30+ Days Ago job requisition id JR100208

Gutor is a leading international manufacturer of UPS systems for industrial applications. The company has been in business for over 75 years and has a proven track record of delivering high-quality products and services. Gutor's products are designed to meet the demanding needs of industries such as oil & gas, petrochemical, chemical, nuclear, and transportation. The company also has a global presence with over 600 employees in more than 30 countries and branches in Brazil, China, India, Malaysia, Mexico, Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, and the U.S.A to name a few.

Gutor is committed to providing its customers with the best possible support. The company has a team of experienced engineers and technicians who are available to help with any problems that may arise.

As an Indirect Sourcing Specialist in the industrial UPS (Uninterruptible Power Supply) sector, you are responsible for managing the procurement of non-production goods and services that support business operations globally. This includes categories such as outside laboratories, IT, marketing, professional services, facilities, transportation, travel, and MRO (maintenance, repair, and operations). Your role focuses on optimizing supplier relationships, ensuring cost-effectiveness, and aligning sourcing strategies with organizational goals.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Category Management : Analyze spend data and develop sourcing strategies for various indirect categories.
• Supplier Selection & Negotiation: Identify, evaluate, and negotiate with suppliers to secure favorable terms and ensure service quality.
• Contract Management: Draft, review, and manage supplier contracts, ensuring compliance with legal and corporate standards.
• Stakeholder Collaboration: Work closely with internal departments (e.g., IT, HR, Finance) to understand needs and align procurement efforts.
• Cost Optimization: Drive cost savings through competitive bidding, supplier consolidation, and value analysis.
• Market Intelligence: Monitor supplier markets, assess risks, and identify opportunities for innovation and improvement.
• Project Support: Ensure procurement timelines align with project milestones, including FATs, site installations, and customer-specific configurations, if required from outside labs.
• Market Research: Monitor market trends and benchmark pricing to inform sourcing decisions.
• Risk & Compliance Management: Ensure suppliers meet regulatory, ethical, and sustainability standards.

SECONDARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Data Management & Reporting: Maintain accurate procurement records, supplier databases, and spend analysis reports to support strategic decision-making.
• Support Audits & Compliance Reviews : Assist in internal and external audits by providing documentation and ensuring procurement practices meet regulatory and company standards.
• Process Improvement Initiatives: Participate in continuous improvement projects aimed at streamlining procurement workflows and enhancing operational efficiency.

• Training & Knowledge Sharing: Provide guidance and training to junior team members or internal stakeholders on procurement tools, policies, and best practices.

• Sustainability & CSR Support: Contribute to sustainability initiatives by sourcing environmentally responsible services and promoting supplier diversity.
• Support Crisis Management: Assist in managing supply disruptions or urgent sourcing needs during project escalations or unforeseen events.
• Benchmarking & Best Practices : Conduct benchmarking studies to compare sourcing practices and identify opportunities for innovation or cost reduction.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS – REQUIRED

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, Business, or a related field.
• 3–5 years of experience in indirect procurement, preferably in an ETO or industrial manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of sourcing categories such as engineering services, logistics, IT, and MRO.
• Experience working with cross-functional teams in a project-based environment.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and analytical skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast paced environment
• Willingness to learn and grow in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
• Fluent in English (written and spoken); additional languages (German, Spanish, French or Mandarin) are a plus espically in multinational environments

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS – DESIRED BUT NOT ESSENTIAL

• Experience with SAP systems and Microsoft Dynamics 365 (preferred)
• Master’s degree or professional certfication (CIPS, SPSM, APICS)
• Willingness to travel occasionally for supplier visits or industry events: up to 15% travel
• Solid knowledge and understanding of purchasing processes, policy, and systems

KEY ATTRIBUTES

• Highly organized and able to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines.
• Customer-focused mindset with a proactive approach to problem-solving.
• Collaborative team player with a strong sense of ownership and accountability.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
• Detail oriented with high level of accuracy in work.

Gutor is an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination/harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

About Us

Gutor is a leading international manufacturer of UPS systems for industrial applications. The company has been in business for over 75 years and has a proven track record of delivering high-quality products and services. Gutor's products are designed to meet the demanding needs of industries such as oil & gas, petrochemical, chemical, nuclear, and transportation. The company also has a global presence with over 500 employees in more than 30 countries and branches in Brazil, China, India, Malaysia, Mexico, Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, and the U.S.A to name a few.

Gutor is committed to providing its customers with the best possible support. The company has a team of experienced engineers and technicians who are available to help with any problems that may arise.

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Req ID: 128006

Remote Position: Yes

Region: Asia

Country: Malaysia

State/Province: Johor

City: Johor Bahru

Detailed Description

• Plan and procure materials required for manufacturing various product lines.
• Review forecasted requirements and purchase materials accordingly.
• Ensure material availability for manufacturing builds while optimizing inventory turnover.
• Qualify new suppliers through surveys and site visits.
• Assist in establishing new supplier accounts with the finance department.
• Collaborate with internal teams to manage returns and secure credit for defective materials
• Work with Accounts Payable to resolve supplier invoice payment issues.
• Plan and schedule material requirements based on customer forecasts and manufacturing production goals.
• Analyze factors such as capacity, board cycle times, urgency, and material availability to determine schedules.
• Assess the internal impact of customer scheduling on various departments like line scheduling, procurement, logistics, and shipping, and adjust orders as needed.
• Ensure the quality and integrity of information used for material requirements planning.
• Revise plans based on actual performance versus planned targets.
• Act as a customer liaison for new product introductions.
  
  

Detailed Description 2

• Oversee new product introduction from manufacturing to shipping, aligning with customer requirements, and attend weekly change meetings with customers.
• Review and submit new costs associated with engineering changes.
• Perform purchase order cleanup and confirmations as necessary.
• Resolve critical clear-to-build shortages.
• Directly contact suppliers when required.
• Participate in morning huddles with planners for updates on critical part issues.
• Conduct weekly clear-to-build reviews with Planning to share material status.
• Highlight Bill of Material issues to the EC team for correction.
• For product transfers, ensure continuous order book transfer between sites (Celestica or external).
• Collaborate with site and global logistics to reduce freight costs.
• Provide engineering change order feedback to the ECO Coordinator for cut-ins or revisions.
• Handle cash in advance payment requests.
• Resolve receiving and invoice referrals promptly.
• Update the Cross-Functional Team (CFT) on commodity supply market conditions that may affect material supply.
• Assist with special customer audits, projects, and purchasing-related issues as needed
  
  

Knowledge/Skills/Competencies

• Hold at least a Diploma, Advanced/Higher/Graduate Diploma, or Bachelor's Degree in Business Studies/Administration/Management, Economics, Commerce, or a related field.
• Possess a minimum of 5-10 years of experience in a related position.
• Fluency in Mandarin is preferred due to interactions with Mandarin-speaking clients.
• Knowledge of manufacturing environments, types of materials purchased by departments, and the engineering change process is preferred.
• Basic understanding of production planning fundamentals, scheduling, material requirements planning techniques, and manufacturing control systems is required.
• Knowledge of procurement processes, inventory management, and supplier management is essential.
• Proficiency in basic computer applications such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and multiple business applications is necessary.
• Ability to strategically plan for the coordinated build and delivery of products.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks with attention to detail, accuracy, and under tight deadlines.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills for interacting with diverse internal and external customers.
• Relevant experience with ERP/MRP systems, especially SAP, is an advantage.
• Candidates from Johor are preferred due to the need for bi-weekly supplier visits or visits to the Celestica office in Senai.
  
  

Notes

This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities of the position. Employees are held accountable for all duties of the job. Job duties and the % of time identified for any function are subject to change at any time.

Celestica is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on any protected status (including race, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran or disability status or other characteristics protected by law).

At Celestica we are committed to fostering an inclusive, accessible environment, where all employees and customers feel valued, respected and supported. Special arrangements can be made for candidates who need it throughout the hiring process. Please indicate your needs and we will work with you to meet them.

Company Overview

Celestica (NYSE, TSX: CLS) enables the world’s best brands. Through our recognized customer-centric approach, we partner with leading companies in Aerospace and Defense, Communications, Enterprise, HealthTech, Industrial, Capital Equipment and Energy to deliver solutions for their most complex challenges. As a leader in design, manufacturing, hardware platform and supply chain solutions, Celestica brings global expertise and insight at every stage of product development – from drawing board to full-scale production and after-market services for products from advanced medical devices, to highly engineered aviation systems, to next-generation hardware platform solutions for the Cloud. Headquartered in Toronto, with talented teams spanning 40+ locations in 13 countries across the Americas, Europe and Asia, we imagine, develop and deliver a better future with our customers.

Celestica would like to thank all applicants, however, only qualified applicants will be contacted.

Celestica does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies or fee based recruitment services. #J-18808-Ljbffr

This job involves sourcing and working with new suppliers to obtain the best products and services for the company. You will build strong relationships and help improve efficiencies while staying ahead of market trends.

Salary Range: RM 3000 - RM 4000

Position: Business Sourcing Specialist responsible for identifying, evaluating, and onboarding new suppliers locally and internationally.

Your focus will be on sourcing quality products and services that meet company standards for cost-effectiveness, lead time, and reliability.

Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Research and identify new supplier opportunities for products, packaging, printing services, and logistics (local and international).
2. Evaluate supplier capacities, pricing structures, and service quality; negotiate pricing to ensure alignment with company needs.
3. Build and maintain strong relationships with strategic suppliers for long-term collaboration.
4. Coordinate with Purchasing, Sales, Design, and Operations teams to align sourcing activities with customer requirements and project timelines.
5. Stay informed on market trends, material availability, and alternative sourcing options to mitigate supply risks.
6. Support cost reduction initiatives and drive continuous improvement in sourcing and supplier engagement.

Job Requirements:

• Fresh graduates are encouraged to apply; no prior experience needed.
• Diploma/Degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain, International Trade, or related fields preferred but not mandatory.
• Strong negotiation, communication, and supplier management skills.
• Highly analytical with attention to detail and commercial awareness.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, quotation comparisons, and basic purchasing systems.
• Able to manage multiple sourcing tasks under tight deadlines.
• Willing to engage with international suppliers, especially Chinese suppliers from mainland China.
• Mandarin proficiency is necessary for Chinese supplier sourcing.

Skills:

Multitasking

Company Benefits:

• Medical Claim: Coverage for treatments at our panel of clinics.
• Group Gatherings: Relaxing trips, movie nights, makan-makan, bonus trips.
• Awesome Pantry: Free coffee, tea, soft drinks, and snacks at work.
• Casual Attire: Every day is Friday.
• Company Laptop: Work from anywhere.
• Music During Work Hours: Listen to your favorite music to stay engaged.

About Us:

Welcome to Seven Pillars Group! We are passionate about innovation and excellence in revolutionizing corporate gifts and customizable merchandise. Join us on this exciting journey to make a lasting market impact.

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Description

Build your Career with an Industry Leader

As a global leader in premium label solutions, our purpose is to deliver the world's best label solutions that help our customers build their brands, while adding value to our employees, our shareholders, and the communities in which we operate.

If you share our vision and believe that you could contribute to the success of our company, we look forward to hearing from you!

As an integral part of the team support plant operations with all purchasing functions ensuring continuous supply of material and supplies while minimizing inventory carrying costs. Support corporate initiatives by maintaining and monitoring a comprehensive set of reports for supplier performance management, contract administration, spend reporting, and other data reporting.

Job Responsibilities:

A Sourcing Specialist is responsible for identifying, evaluating, and negotiating with suppliers to procure goods and services that meet the company’s quality and cost requirements. This role involves managing supplier relationships, ensuring timely delivery, and continuously seeking cost-saving opportunities.

• Conduct market research to identify potential suppliers.
• Evaluate suppliers based on quality, cost, reliability, and delivery capabilities.
• Negotiate terms, prices, and contracts with suppliers.
• Ensure all agreements comply with company policies and legal requirements.
• Maintain strong relationships with key suppliers.
• Address any issues or disputes that arise with suppliers.
• Work closely with departments like procurement, production, and logistics.
• Understand and anticipate the needs of different departments.
• Analyze costs and implement strategies to reduce expenses.
• Find alternative suppliers to improve cost efficiency.
• Handle the entire purchase order process, from issuing orders to tracking deliveries.
• Ensure accurate documentation and filing of purchase orders.
• Track and evaluate supplier performance using metrics like on-time delivery and product quality.
• Provide feedback to suppliers and make decisions about future partnerships.
• Keep up with market trends, new products, and technologies.
• Use market insights to improve sourcing strategies.
  
  
  

Job Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in business related area or equivalent required.
• Minimum 2-5 years of experience in procurement, supply chain management, or a related field in the specific industry (e.g., manufacturing, retail, technology)
• Experience in pulling data and report creation in an ERP computer system preferred.
• Familiarity with procurement software and tools.
• Proficient in MS Office: Word and PowerPoint required. Advanced excel skills required.
• Proven strong communication and data analysis skills required.
• Strong negotiation skills to secure favorable terms and prices.
• Ability to resolve issues and disputes with suppliers effectively.
• Keen eye for detail to ensure accuracy in contracts and purchase orders
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
  
  
  

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Date: Jul 30, 2025

• Plan and procure materials required for manufacturing various product lines.
• Review forecasted requirements and purchase materials accordingly.
• Ensure material availability for manufacturing builds while optimizing inventory turnover.
• Qualify new suppliers through surveys and site visits.
• Assist in establishing new supplier accounts with the finance department.
• Collaborate with internal teams to manage returns and secure credit for defective materials
• Work with Accounts Payable to resolve supplier invoice payment issues.
• Plan and schedule material requirements based on customer forecasts and manufacturing production goals.
• Analyze factors such as capacity, board cycle times, urgency, and material availability to determine schedules.
• Assess the internal impact of customer scheduling on various departments like line scheduling, procurement, logistics, and shipping, and adjust orders as needed.
• Ensure the quality and integrity of information used for material requirements planning.
• Revise plans based on actual performance versus planned targets.
• Act as a customer liaison for new product introductions.

Detailed Description 2

• Oversee new product introduction from manufacturing to shipping, aligning with customer requirements, and attend weekly change meetings with customers.
• Review and submit new costs associated with engineering changes.
• Perform purchase order cleanup and confirmations as necessary.
• Resolve critical clear-to-build shortages.
• Directly contact suppliers when required.
• Participate in morning huddles with planners for updates on critical part issues.
• Conduct weekly clear-to-build reviews with Planning to share material status.
• Highlight Bill of Material issues to the EC team for correction.
• For product transfers, ensure continuous order book transfer between sites (Celestica or external).
• Collaborate with site and global logistics to reduce freight costs.
• Provide engineering change order feedback to the ECO Coordinator for cut-ins or revisions.
• Handle cash in advance payment requests.
• Resolve receiving and invoice referrals promptly.
• Update the Cross-Functional Team (CFT) on commodity supply market conditions that may affect material supply.
• Assist with special customer audits, projects, and purchasing-related issues as needed
• Hold at least a Diploma, Advanced/Higher/Graduate Diploma, or Bachelor's Degree in Business Studies/Administration/Management, Economics, Commerce, or a related field.
• Possess a minimum of 5-10 years of experience in a related position.
• Fluency in Mandarin is preferred due to interactions with Mandarin-speaking clients.
• Knowledge of manufacturing environments, types of materials purchased by departments, and the engineering change process is preferred.
• Basic understanding of production planning fundamentals, scheduling, material requirements planning techniques, and manufacturing control systems is required.
• Knowledge of procurement processes, inventory management, and supplier management is essential.
• Proficiency in basic computer applications such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and multiple business applications is necessary.
• Ability to strategically plan for the coordinated build and delivery of products.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks with attention to detail, accuracy, and under tight deadlines.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills for interacting with diverse internal and external customers.
• Relevant experience with ERP/MRP systems, especially SAP, is an advantage.
• Candidates from Johor are preferred due to the need for bi-weekly supplier visits or visits to the Celestica office in Senai.

Notes

This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities of the position. Employees are held accountable for all duties of the job. Job duties and the % of time identified for any function are subject to change at any time.

Celestica is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on any protected status (including race, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran or disability status or other characteristics protected by law).
At Celestica we are committed to fostering an inclusive, accessible environment, where all employees and customers feel valued, respected and supported. Special arrangements can be made for candidates who need it throughout the hiring process. Please indicate your needs and we will work with you to meet them.

COMPANY OVERVIEW:
Celestica (NYSE, TSX: CLS) enables the world’s best brands. Through our recognized customer-centric approach, we partner with leading companies in Aerospace and Defense, Communications, Enterprise, HealthTech, Industrial, Capital Equipment and Energy to deliver solutions for their most complex challenges. As a leader in design, manufacturing, hardware platform and supply chain solutions, Celestica brings global expertise and insight at every stage of product development – from drawing board to full-scale production and after-market services for products from advanced medical devices, to highly engineered aviation systems, to next-generation hardware platform solutions for the Cloud.Headquartered in Toronto, with talented teams spanning 40+ locations in 13 countries across the Americas, Europe and Asia, we imagine, develop and deliver a better future with our customers.

Celestica would like to thank all applicants, however, only qualified applicants will be contacted.
Celestica does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies or fee based recruitment services.

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We’re hiring a Talent Sourcing Specialist (TSS) to support our recruiters in hiring for fast-scaling digital and operational teams across Southeast Asia. This is an execution-focused role where you’ll own the frontlines of sourcing — identifying, screening, and engaging talent based on clearly defined hiring goals. You’ll work closely with our consultants to deliver weekly hiring outputs, maintain data accuracy, and ensure a great candidate experience from first message to offer handover.

What You’ll Work On

• Source and screen candidates via LinkedIn and job platforms based on hiring briefs
• Build and maintain long-lists and short-lists of qualified candidates
• Coordinate interviews and track hiring progress in our shared hiring sheets
• Communicate with candidates, manage expectations, and follow up with feedback
• Help prepare weekly hiring trackers and summaries for team/client updates
• Learn new tools and sourcing methods (Boolean, X-ray search, GitHub, etc.)
• Support employer branding and candidate communication efforts
• Are a fresh grad or early-career professional (0–1 year of experience)
• Communicate clearly and professionally in written and spoken English
• Are curious, organized, and able to work independently on structured tasks
• Are comfortable working with hiring data and maintaining trackers
• Take pride in delivering weekly sourcing goals and meeting deadlines
• Enjoy learning about tech and digital teams — even if you’re not from that world

Nice to Have

• Prior experience in recruitment, sourcing, or HR internships
• Familiarity with sourcing platforms or communities (LinkedIn, GitHub, JobStreet)
• Interest in growing into a full-cycle recruiter role

Why Join Us

• Get hands-on exposure to real hiring projects across fintech, ecommerce, tech, and operations
• Work with an experienced regional team that values learning and outcomes
• Build a career path into full-cycle recruitment, employer branding, or TA project management
• Be part of a fast-growing RPO business shaping the future of talent in SEA

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• Seniority level Entry level

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• Employment type Full-time

Job function

• Job function Consulting, Human Resources, and General Business
• Industries Human Resources Services and Staffing and Recruiting

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Description

Build your Career with an Industry Leader

Multi-Color Corporation and Fort Dearborn have merged and are now the world’s largest prime label and packaging supplier. Join the new MCC and you will have the opportunity to become part of an organization that is committed to excellence and industry leadership for over 110 years.

As an integral part of the team, support plant operations with all purchasing functions to ensure a continuous supply of materials and supplies while minimizing inventory costs. Support corporate initiatives by maintaining and monitoring reports for supplier performance, contract management, spend analysis, and other data reporting.

Responsibilities:

• Sourcing Specialist Job Description

Position Overview: A Sourcing Specialist is responsible for identifying, evaluating, and negotiating with suppliers to procure goods and services that meet the company’s quality and cost standards. This role involves managing supplier relationships, ensuring timely delivery, and seeking cost-saving opportunities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Identifying and Researching Suppliers: Conduct market research to identify potential suppliers. Evaluate suppliers based on quality, cost, reliability, and delivery capabilities.
• Negotiating Contracts and Prices: Negotiate terms, prices, and contracts with suppliers. Ensure all agreements comply with company policies and legal requirements.
• Managing Supplier Relationships: Maintain strong relationships with key suppliers. Address any issues or disputes that arise.
• Collaborating with Internal Departments: Work closely with procurement, production, and logistics teams to understand and anticipate departmental needs.
• Identifying Cost-Saving Opportunities: Analyze costs and implement strategies to reduce expenses. Find alternative suppliers to improve efficiency.
• Managing Purchase Orders: Handle the entire purchase order process, ensure accurate documentation, and track deliveries.
• Monitoring Supplier Performance: Track and evaluate supplier performance using metrics like on-time delivery and quality. Provide feedback and make decisions about future partnerships.
• Staying Updated with Market Trends: Keep abreast of market trends, new products, and technologies to enhance sourcing strategies.

Experience and Skills:

• 2-5 years of experience in procurement, supply chain management, or related fields.
• Industry knowledge in manufacturing, retail, or technology sectors is beneficial.
• Analytical skills for data and market trend analysis.
• Strong negotiation and communication skills.
• Attention to detail and problem-solving abilities.
• Technical proficiency with procurement software and tools.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in business or related field.
• Minimum 2-3 years of sourcing experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience with ERP systems for data reporting preferred.
• Proficient in MS Office, especially Word and PowerPoint; advanced Excel skills required.
• Strong communication and data analysis skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Additional Details:

• Seniority level: Associate
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Purchasing and Supply Chain
• Industry: Packaging and Containers Manufacturing

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Req ID: 128006
Remote Position: Yes
Region: Asia
Country: Malaysia
State/Province: Johor
City: Johor Bahru
**Detailed Description**
+ Plan and procure materials required for manufacturing various product lines.
+ Review forecasted requirements and purchase materials accordingly.
+ Ensure material availability for manufacturing builds while optimizing inventory turnover.
+ Qualify new suppliers through surveys and site visits.
+ Assist in establishing new supplier accounts with the finance department.
+ Collaborate with internal teams to manage returns and secure credit for defective materials
+ Work with Accounts Payable to resolve supplier invoice payment issues.
+ Plan and schedule material requirements based on customer forecasts and manufacturing production goals.
+ Analyze factors such as capacity, board cycle times, urgency, and material availability to determine schedules.
+ Assess the internal impact of customer scheduling on various departments like line scheduling, procurement, logistics, and shipping, and adjust orders as needed.
+ Ensure the quality and integrity of information used for material requirements planning.
+ Revise plans based on actual performance versus planned targets.
+ Act as a customer liaison for new product introductions.
**Detailed Description 2**
+ Oversee new product introduction from manufacturing to shipping, aligning with customer requirements, and attend weekly change meetings with customers.
+ Review and submit new costs associated with engineering changes.
+ Perform purchase order cleanup and confirmations as necessary.
+ Resolve critical clear-to-build shortages.
+ Directly contact suppliers when required.
+ Participate in morning huddles with planners for updates on critical part issues.
+ Conduct weekly clear-to-build reviews with Planning to share material status.
+ Highlight Bill of Material issues to the EC team for correction.
+ For product transfers, ensure continuous order book transfer between sites (Celestica or external).
+ Collaborate with site and global logistics to reduce freight costs.
+ Provide engineering change order feedback to the ECO Coordinator for cut-ins or revisions.
+ Handle cash in advance payment requests.
+ Resolve receiving and invoice referrals promptly.
+ Update the Cross-Functional Team (CFT) on commodity supply market conditions that may affect material supply.
+ Assist with special customer audits, projects, and purchasing-related issues as needed
**Knowledge/Skills/Competencies**
+ Hold at least a Diploma, Advanced/Higher/Graduate Diploma, or Bachelor's Degree in Business Studies/Administration/Management, Economics, Commerce, or a related field.
+ **Possess a minimum of 5-10 years of experience in a related position.**
+ **Fluency in Mandarin is preferred due to interactions with Mandarin-speaking clients.**
+ Knowledge of manufacturing environments, types of materials purchased by departments, and the engineering change process is preferred.
+ Basic understanding of production planning fundamentals, scheduling, material requirements planning techniques, and manufacturing control systems is required.
+ Knowledge of procurement processes, inventory management, and supplier management is essential.
+ Proficiency in basic computer applications such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and multiple business applications is necessary.
+ Ability to strategically plan for the coordinated build and delivery of products.
+ Ability to manage multiple tasks with attention to detail, accuracy, and under tight deadlines.
+ **Effective verbal and written communication skills for interacting with diverse internal and external customers.**
+ Relevant experience with ERP/MRP systems, especially SAP, is an advantage.
+ **Candidates from Johor are preferred due to the need for bi-weekly supplier visits or visits to the Celestica office in Senai.**
**Notes**
This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities of the position. Employees are held accountable for all duties of the job. Job duties and the % of time identified for any function are subject to change at any time.
Celestica is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on any protected status (including race, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran or disability status or other characteristics protected by law).
At Celestica we are committed to fostering an inclusive, accessible environment, where all employees and customers feel valued, respected and supported. Special arrangements can be made for candidates who need it throughout the hiring process. Please indicate your needs and we will work with you to meet them.
**COMPANY OVERVIEW:**
Celestica (NYSE, TSX: CLS) enables the world's best brands. Through our recognized customer-centric approach, we partner with leading companies in Aerospace and Defense, Communications, Enterprise, HealthTech, Industrial, Capital Equipment and Energy to deliver solutions for their most complex challenges. As a leader in design, manufacturing, hardware platform and supply chain solutions, Celestica brings global expertise and insight at every stage of product development - from drawing board to full-scale production and after-market services for products from advanced medical devices, to highly engineered aviation systems, to next-generation hardware platform solutions for the Cloud. Headquartered in Toronto, with talented teams spanning 40+ locations in 13 countries across the Americas, Europe and Asia, we imagine, develop and deliver a better future with our customers.
Celestica would like to thank all applicants, however, only qualified applicants will be contacted.
Celestica does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies or fee based recruitment services.