697 Strategic Sourcing jobs in Malaysia

Purchasing / Sourcing Engineer

Butterworth, Pulau Pinang PMC PRECISION SDN BHD

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To ensure the timely, cost-effective, and quality-driven procurement of materials, components, tools, and services necessary for precision manufacturing operations.

What you'll be doing

Procurement & Sourcing

  • Source, evaluate, and negotiate with suppliers to obtain competitive prices, quality assurance, and reliable delivery schedules.
  • Prepare purchase orders (PO) and ensure proper documentation and approvals.
  • Maintain accurate supplier databases and price lists.
  • Monitor inventory levels and coordinate with the production and warehouse teams to prevent shortages or overstock.
  • Evaluate alternative suppliers and materials to achieve cost savings without compromising quality or delivery timelines.

Supplier Management

  • Develop and maintain strong relationships with qualified suppliers and subcontractors.
  • Conduct supplier performance reviews (price, quality, delivery, and service).
  • Support supplier audits in collaboration with Quality and Compliance departments.

Cost Control & Budgeting

  • Participate in cost analysis and value engineering to identify cost reduction opportunities.
  • Ensure all purchasing activities align with approved budgets and cost targets.
  • Prepare regular procurement reports, cost summaries, and variance analyses.

Compliance & Documentation

  • Ensure all purchases follow company SOPs, ISO 9001 requirements, and internal approval limits.
  • Maintain complete purchasing documentation for audit and traceability.
  • Support internal and external audits related to procurement, suppliers, and compliance.

Cross-Functional Coordination

  • Collaborate closely with Production, Engineering, and Quality departments to understand technical specifications and ensure correct materials are ordered.
  • Communicate effectively with Finance to verify invoices, deliveries, and payment terms.
  • Support new project sourcing and supplier qualification processes.

Job Qualifications:

· Minimum 2–4 years of purchasing experience in a precision engineering / technical drawing/ manufacturing environment.

· Strong negotiation, analytical, and problem-solving skills.

· Knowledge of ISO 9001, RBA compliance, and procurement best practices.

· High integrity, detail-oriented, and able to handle multiple priorities under pressure.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: RM5, RM7,000.00 per month

Benefits:

  • Opportunities for promotion
  • Professional development

Work Location: In person

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Strategic Sourcing Manager

VAT Vakuumventile AG

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Innovation, Efficiency and Ambition: this is what VAT has stood for over 50 years.

With this passion, VAT has grown to become the leading international developer, manufacturer and supplier of high-performance high-end vacuum valves and vacuum sealing technology, employing over 2000 people worldwide. The headquarters are located in Haag (Switzerland), the production centers in Switzerland, Malaysia, Romania and Taiwan.

The Strategic Sourcing Manager leads end-to-end procurement strategies for VAT Malaysia, driving cost efficiency, supplier performance, and regulatory compliance. The role partners with stakeholders to align business needs, manages supplier relationships and contracts, and achieves savings targets while fostering continuous improvement and developing a high-performing procurement team.

Yourresponsibilities include, but not limited to:

  • Stakeholder Satisfaction & Relationship Management:
    • Collaborate with internal stakeholders with strong business relationship to understand their procurement needs and provide appropriate solutions.
    • Be preferred local Business Partner and be the voice of business stakeholder's needs & requirements by understanding and relay business needs and requirements.
    • Provide outstanding services that meet stakeholders’ needs to achieve outstanding customer satisfaction
  • Compliance and Regulatory Control:
    • Ensure compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements. To provide strategies to increase compliance.
    • Develop, implement and manage all vendor relationships and services ensuring compliance to service level agreements.
  • Strategy and Suppliers Management:
    • Responsible for end to end management of VAT Malaysia plant, including category sourcing, projects in the pipeline, procurement process and policies and managing the spend and savings targets for the plant spend.
    • Align with VAT CH team to develop and execute strategy for indirect spend categories.
    • Lead the development of indirect strategies to drive cost savings and improve supplier performance.
    • Manage complex projects from conception through implementation, including change management
    • Establish and maintain supplier relationships, and facilitate periodic business reviews to continually identify process improvements and cost reduction opportunities
    • Manage supplier performance, ensuring compliance with contractual obligations and service level agreements
  • Contract Negotiation and Cost Management:
    • Negotiate contracts and terms with suppliers to ensure favorable terms and conditions.
    • Monitor and report activities to ensure fulfilling service levels and take mitigation actions in case of non-fulfilment of agreements
    • Partner with legal to ensure proper forms of Agreement are utilized, contractor conformance with the terms and conditions of the Agreements, and refinement of Agreements as required.
    • Accountable for IDM spend & savings targets and objectives for VAT MY
    • Analyze procurement data to identify cost-saving opportunities and improve processes.
    • Supporting scrap management for the manufacturing plant.
  • Define and track the indirect procurement performance dashboard for the plant.
  • Encourage innovation and continuous improvement while implementing development opportunities to to enhance their skills to be Subject Matter Expert and career development
  • Lead and develop a high-performing procurement team.
  • Bachelor’s / Masters degree or equivalent work experience in Sourcing / Procurement with relevant experience of a minimum 10+ years in manufacturing plant environment.
  • Candidate must be a strong people manager, able to make informed decisions and manage detail and risk.
  • Working experience within a global complex organization.
  • Strong management and organizational skills to build teamwork and collaboration.
  • Builds strong and successful strategic supplier partnerships. Coaches and develop team and provides regular feedback and guidance.
  • Significant expertise in contract negotiation and supplier relationship management
  • Advanced and validated knowledge of procurement industry cost structures and drivers
  • General knowledge of applicable sourcing, planning, and logistics laws and regulations
  • Confirmed project management and process improvement experience
  • Ability to establish supplier specifications in conjunction with subject specialists, measure and drive conformance to specifications, and manage internal and supplier relationships to achieve desired results
  • Strength in meeting or exceeding project achievements and results, while multitasking and prioritizing
  • Capable of dealing in high stress environment, balancing operational and strategic priorities.
  • Hands-on attitude, strong leadership, influence and communication as well as the ability to partner with a wide range of organizations and interact regularly with senior management.
  • Strong analytical skills (risk based) and goal-driven thinking. Focus on the essential facts, with the ability to present results clearly and compellingly.
  • Able to foresee problems and works on the solutions proactively.
  • Good interpersonal and negotiating skills to build effective working relationships with supply partners, functional leaders and the client.
  • Able to get results through others, able to multi-task, sense of priority, able to handle stress levels.
  • Flexible, resourceful and proactive individual, able to produce results under tight deadlines.
  • Excellent verbal/written communication and presentation skills. And comfortable in presenting at supplier business reviews and with stakeholders.

Preferred Qualification :

  • A technical background would be an added advantage
  • Knowledge about category sourcing markets
  • Contract law
  • Office Software / IT application (esp. Excel, Word, Power Point, D365 etc.)
  • Good communication skills in English (any other language will be a plus)

VAT is an equal opportunity employer. We see ourselves as a responsible and far-sighted employer that offers not only jobs, but also career and personal development opportunities through various training programs. We recognize the value of employee diversity and provide equal employment opportunity for all qualified application that contributes to innovation, improves customer orientation and employee satisfaction. One-step in this direction is to ensure that people are recognized and fairly compensated for their contributions to the company. In 2021, VAT received the Fair-ON-Pay+ certificate as an acknowledgement for our commitment in ensuring equal pay for equal work between men and women.

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Strategic Sourcing Manager

Kuala Lumpur, Kuala Lumpur JAC Recruitment

Posted 8 days ago

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A global leader in MEMS technologies, delivering high-performance audio solutions for consumer electronics, hearing health, and industrial applications is looking for Strategic Sourcing Manager with vast experience in handling raw material commodity including capacitor and inductor.

Responsibilities
  • Lead sourcing of materials and supplier management to support all business units across the organization.
  • Monitor and analyze global economic trends and commodity pricing to inform procurement strategies.
  • Perform comprehensive spend analysis, SWOT assessments, and supply-demand evaluations to guide decision-making.
  • Develop, implement, and oversee long-term sourcing strategies that maximize business value and operational efficiency.
  • Establish and manage supplier contracts, pricing roadmaps, and cost-saving initiatives.
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders and external partners to drive optimal business outcomes.
  • Evaluate and enhance supplier performance using scorecards and lead quarterly business reviews (QBRs).
  • Participate in vendor audits to ensure compliance with environmental policies and corporate social responsibility standards.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams (CFT) and Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) on sourcing-related activities
Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s degree in Material/ Electrical Engineering/ Supply Chain Management/ Business Administration or any other equivalent discipline.
  • At least 5-7 years of relevant working experience in industrial manufacturing
  • Candidates with capacitor raw material sourcing experience will be an added advantage (film and/or ceramic capacitor)
  • Strategic thinking and analytic skills, inclusive but not limited to total cost of ownership and detailed cost elements, etc.
  • Willing to travel for business meetings and supplier audit

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Strategic Sourcing Manager

Kuala Lumpur, Kuala Lumpur Principal Financial Group

Posted 26 days ago

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We are looking for a Manager, Strategic Sourcing to join our Asia Sourcing and Supplier Management team, based in Malaysia. The focus of this role is to work with local and international stakeholders across APAC to drive optimization in procurement strategies for new supplier relationships and to optimize current contracts through bidding facilitation and renegotiation of existing contracts.

What You’ll Do Category Management
  • Coach and influence internal and external leaders and teams to promote best practices in category management and achieve business results.
  • Formulate and execute robust category strategies for IT and investment operations related sourcing to align with business objectives as well as enterprise category strategies.
  • Define and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) for category performance and supplier effectiveness.
  • Drive total cost of ownership (TCO) analysis and category strategy evaluations for local, regional, and global enterprise solutions, including information technology, consulting, and investment operations related spend.
  • Collaborate with enterprise teams to develop and document processes and approaches for global requests across multiple categories.
Sourcing and Supplier Management
  • Lead supply and demand planning, RFx, supplier selection, contract review and negotiation.
  • Establish master service agreements and local statements of work for global, regional, and local suppliers.
  • Collaborate with internal leaders to develop procurement requirements and direct all aspects of strategic sourcing for medium-to-high complexity third-party needs through negotiation of various agreements.
  • Support teams from around Asia Pacific with sourcing and supplier management expertise, and connect with enterprise teams on various requests.
  • Establish and manage long-term strategic relationships with key suppliers to secure favorable terms and high-quality service.
  • Develop and implement supplier performance management programs to drive continuous improvement and innovation.
Value Optimization
  • Leverage internal data and market intelligence to inform innovative approaches to assessing spend and driving expense reductions.
  • Conduct spend analysis to identify trends, anomalies, and opportunities for consolidation and cost reduction regionally and globally.
  • Assess and mitigate risks associated with supplier performance, market volatility, and geopolitical factors.
  • Ensure compliance with company policies, legal requirements, and ethical standards in all procurement activities.
  • Support audit, compliance, and risk management efforts.
  • Facilitate conversations with information security, risk, compliance, and other stakeholders to ensure global solutions meet both local and global requirements.
Who You Are
  • You are a degree holder in Business, Supply Chain Management, Finance, or a related field/discipline. Professional certification (e.g., CIPS, CPSM) is an added advantage.
  • You have a minimum of 7 years of end-to-end strategic sourcing experience within IT and/or investment operations related categories, with a proven track record of successful procurement initiatives. Strong expertise in category management, strategic sourcing, and supplier lifecycle management.
  • You have experience in the Southeast Asia (SEA) region or relevant experience in the Financial Services industry is an added advantage.
  • You are proficient in procurement software and tools (e.g., Coupa, SAP Ariba, Oracle, etc.) and have solid working knowledge of Microsoft Office, especially Excel and PowerPoint.
  • You are data-driven with strong critical thinking, business and financial acumen, and a bias for action.
  • You have the ability to independently solve problems and develop and maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
  • You have exceptional communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to influence and collaborate with stakeholders at all levels.
  • You can multi-task and manage competing demands in ambiguous environments and work independently.
Who We Are

Principal Financial Group is a Fortune 500 global leader in financial services specializing in insurance, retirement, and asset management. We have 18,000 employees and 51 million customers worldwide with over $714B in assets under management.

Seniority level
  • Mid-Senior level
Employment type
  • Full-time
Job function
  • Purchasing and Supply Chain
Industries
  • Financial Services and Investment Management

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Strategic Sourcing Manager

VAT Vakuumventile AG

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this is what VAT has stood for over 50 years. With this passion, VAT has grown to become the leading international developer, manufacturer and supplier of high-performance high-end vacuum valves and vacuum sealing technology, employing over 2000 people worldwide. The headquarters are located in Haag (Switzerland), the production centers in Switzerland, Malaysia, Romania and Taiwan. The Strategic Sourcing Manager leads end-to-end procurement strategies for VAT Malaysia, driving cost efficiency, supplier performance, and regulatory compliance. The role partners with stakeholders to align business needs, manages supplier relationships and contracts, and achieves savings targets while fostering continuous improvement and developing a high-performing procurement team. Your responsibilities

include, but not limited to: Stakeholder Satisfaction & Relationship Management:

Collaborate with internal stakeholders with strong business relationship to understand their procurement needs and provide appropriate solutions. Be preferred local Business Partner and be the voice of business stakeholder's needs & requirements by understanding and relay business needs and requirements. Provide outstanding services that meet stakeholders’ needs to achieve outstanding customer satisfaction

Compliance and Regulatory Control:

Ensure compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements. To provide strategies to increase compliance. Develop, implement and manage all vendor relationships and services ensuring compliance to service level agreements.

Strategy and Suppliers Management:

Responsible for end to end management of VAT Malaysia plant, including category sourcing, projects in the pipeline, procurement process and policies and managing the spend and savings targets for the plant spend. Align with VAT CH team to develop and execute strategy for indirect spend categories. Lead the development of indirect strategies to drive cost savings and improve supplier performance. Manage complex projects from conception through implementation, including change management Establish and maintain supplier relationships, and facilitate periodic business reviews to continually identify process improvements and cost reduction opportunities Manage supplier performance, ensuring compliance with contractual obligations and service level agreements

Contract Negotiation and Cost Management:

Negotiate contracts and terms with suppliers to ensure favorable terms and conditions. Monitor and report activities to ensure fulfilling service levels and take mitigation actions in case of non-fulfilment of agreements Partner with legal to ensure proper forms of Agreement are utilized, contractor conformance with the terms and conditions of the Agreements, and refinement of Agreements as required. Accountable for IDM spend & savings targets and objectives for VAT MY Analyze procurement data to identify cost-saving opportunities and improve processes. Supporting scrap management for the manufacturing plant.

Define and track the indirect procurement performance dashboard for the plant. Encourage innovation and continuous improvement while implementing development opportunities to to enhance their skills to be Subject Matter Expert and career development Lead and develop a high-performing procurement team. Bachelor’s / Masters degree or equivalent work experience in Sourcing / Procurement with relevant experience of a minimum 10+ years in manufacturing plant environment. Candidate must be a strong people manager, able to make informed decisions and manage detail and risk. Working experience within a global complex organization. Strong management and organizational skills to build teamwork and collaboration. Builds strong and successful strategic supplier partnerships. Coaches and develop team and provides regular feedback and guidance. Significant expertise in contract negotiation and supplier relationship management Advanced and validated knowledge of procurement industry cost structures and drivers General knowledge of applicable sourcing, planning, and logistics laws and regulations Confirmed project management and process improvement experience Ability to establish supplier specifications in conjunction with subject specialists, measure and drive conformance to specifications, and manage internal and supplier relationships to achieve desired results Strength in meeting or exceeding project achievements and results, while multitasking and prioritizing Capable of dealing in high stress environment, balancing operational and strategic priorities. Hands-on attitude, strong leadership, influence and communication as well as the ability to partner with a wide range of organizations and interact regularly with senior management. Strong analytical skills (risk based) and goal-driven thinking. Focus on the essential facts, with the ability to present results clearly and compellingly. Able to foresee problems and works on the solutions proactively. Good interpersonal and negotiating skills to build effective working relationships with supply partners, functional leaders and the client. Able to get results through others, able to multi-task, sense of priority, able to handle stress levels. Flexible, resourceful and proactive individual, able to produce results under tight deadlines. Excellent verbal/written communication and presentation skills. And comfortable in presenting at supplier business reviews and with stakeholders. Preferred Qualification

: A technical background would be an added advantage Knowledge about category sourcing markets Contract law Office Software / IT application (esp. Excel, Word, Power Point, D365 etc.) Good communication skills in English (any other language will be a plus) VAT is an equal opportunity employer. We see ourselves as a responsible and far-sighted employer that offers not only jobs, but also career and personal development opportunities through various training programs. We recognize the value of employee diversity and provide equal employment opportunity for all qualified application that contributes to innovation, improves customer orientation and employee satisfaction. One-step in this direction is to ensure that people are recognized and fairly compensated for their contributions to the company. In 2021, VAT received the Fair-ON-Pay+ certificate as an acknowledgement for our commitment in ensuring equal pay for equal work between men and women.

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Strategic Sourcing Manager

Kuala Lumpur, Kuala Lumpur Principal Financial Group

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We are looking for a Manager, Strategic Sourcing to join our Asia Sourcing and Supplier Management team, based in Malaysia. The focus of this role is to work with local and international stakeholders across APAC to drive optimization in procurement strategies for new supplier relationships and to optimize current contracts through bidding facilitation and renegotiation of existing contracts. What You’ll Do

Category Management

Coach and influence internal and external leaders and teams to promote best practices in category management and achieve business results. Formulate and execute robust category strategies for IT and investment operations related sourcing to align with business objectives as well as enterprise category strategies. Define and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) for category performance and supplier effectiveness. Drive total cost of ownership (TCO) analysis and category strategy evaluations for local, regional, and global enterprise solutions, including information technology, consulting, and investment operations related spend. Collaborate with enterprise teams to develop and document processes and approaches for global requests across multiple categories. Sourcing and Supplier Management

Lead supply and demand planning, RFx, supplier selection, contract review and negotiation. Establish master service agreements and local statements of work for global, regional, and local suppliers. Collaborate with internal leaders to develop procurement requirements and direct all aspects of strategic sourcing for medium-to-high complexity third-party needs through negotiation of various agreements. Support teams from around Asia Pacific with sourcing and supplier management expertise, and connect with enterprise teams on various requests. Establish and manage long-term strategic relationships with key suppliers to secure favorable terms and high-quality service. Develop and implement supplier performance management programs to drive continuous improvement and innovation. Value Optimization

Leverage internal data and market intelligence to inform innovative approaches to assessing spend and driving expense reductions. Conduct spend analysis to identify trends, anomalies, and opportunities for consolidation and cost reduction regionally and globally. Assess and mitigate risks associated with supplier performance, market volatility, and geopolitical factors. Ensure compliance with company policies, legal requirements, and ethical standards in all procurement activities. Support audit, compliance, and risk management efforts. Facilitate conversations with information security, risk, compliance, and other stakeholders to ensure global solutions meet both local and global requirements. Who You Are

You are a degree holder in Business, Supply Chain Management, Finance, or a related field/discipline. Professional certification (e.g., CIPS, CPSM) is an added advantage. You have a minimum of 7 years of end-to-end strategic sourcing experience within IT and/or investment operations related categories, with a proven track record of successful procurement initiatives. Strong expertise in category management, strategic sourcing, and supplier lifecycle management. You have experience in the Southeast Asia (SEA) region or relevant experience in the Financial Services industry is an added advantage. You are proficient in procurement software and tools (e.g., Coupa, SAP Ariba, Oracle, etc.) and have solid working knowledge of Microsoft Office, especially Excel and PowerPoint. You are data-driven with strong critical thinking, business and financial acumen, and a bias for action. You have the ability to independently solve problems and develop and maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders. You have exceptional communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to influence and collaborate with stakeholders at all levels. You can multi-task and manage competing demands in ambiguous environments and work independently. Who We Are

Principal Financial Group is a Fortune 500 global leader in financial services specializing in insurance, retirement, and asset management. We have 18,000 employees and 51 million customers worldwide with over $714B in assets under management. Seniority level

Mid-Senior level Employment type

Full-time Job function

Purchasing and Supply Chain Industries

Financial Services and Investment Management

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Strategic Sourcing Manager

Kuala Lumpur, Kuala Lumpur JAC Recruitment

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A global leader in MEMS technologies, delivering high-performance audio solutions for consumer electronics, hearing health, and industrial applications is looking for Strategic Sourcing Manager with vast experience in handling raw material commodity including capacitor and inductor. Responsibilities

Lead sourcing of materials and supplier management to support all business units across the organization. Monitor and analyze global economic trends and commodity pricing to inform procurement strategies. Perform comprehensive spend analysis, SWOT assessments, and supply-demand evaluations to guide decision-making. Develop, implement, and oversee long-term sourcing strategies that maximize business value and operational efficiency. Establish and manage supplier contracts, pricing roadmaps, and cost-saving initiatives. Build and maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders and external partners to drive optimal business outcomes. Evaluate and enhance supplier performance using scorecards and lead quarterly business reviews (QBRs). Participate in vendor audits to ensure compliance with environmental policies and corporate social responsibility standards. Collaborate with cross-functional teams (CFT) and Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) on sourcing-related activities Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Material/ Electrical Engineering/ Supply Chain Management/ Business Administration or any other equivalent discipline. At least 5-7 years of relevant working experience in industrial manufacturing Candidates with capacitor raw material sourcing experience will be an added advantage (film and/or ceramic capacitor) Strategic thinking and analytic skills, inclusive but not limited to total cost of ownership and detailed cost elements, etc. Willing to travel for business meetings and supplier audit

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Strategic Sourcing / Commodity Lead

TE Connectivity Corporation

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At TE, you will unleash your potential working with people from diverse backgrounds and industries to create a safer, sustainable and more connected world.

Job Overview

TE Connectivity's Strategic Sourcing Teams develop and implement multi-year strategies for assigned commodities, suppliers and parts/services to achieve established goals in supplier quality, delivery, price and service. The Strategic Sourcing Analyst will be responsible for supplier identification, sourcing strategy development, cost optimization, and supplier relationship management. This role involves driving procurement efficiencies, ensuring supplier compliance, and supporting business needs across multiple regions, including SEA, India, Mexico, and North America. The analyst will play a key role in material productivity, supplier performance, and contract negotiations while collaborating closely with cross‑functional teams to achieve strategic sourcing objectives.

Responsibilities
  • Analyze input requests and identify suitable suppliers from the approved supplier panel.
  • Prepare RFQs, conduct quote analysis, negotiate terms, and manage supplier selection and approvals.
  • Develop and implement sourcing strategies, including make or buy analysis and supplier footprint optimization.
  • Ensure accurate PO and info record management, transferring relevant data to SCM.
  • Drive key procurement KPIs, including material productivity, lead time performance, and supplier quality.
  • Manage material productivity, price negotiations, VA/VE projects, and cost reduction initiatives.
  • Optimize supplier pricing, inventory management, and MOQ requirements for production needs.
  • Consolidate supplier footprint, introduce new suppliers, and establish supplier agreements.
  • Ensure compliance with TE regulations (RoHS, REACH, conflict minerals) and contractual obligations.
  • Conduct regular supplier risk assessments and drive corrective actions through QBRs.
  • Support ISO compliance, process documentation, and team collaboration on procurement tasks.
What your background should look like:
  • Education : Bachelor's degree or higher, preferably in Mechanical Engineering.
  • Experience : 10+ years in sourcing, with expertise in electronics, stamping, machining, molding, or connector assembly industries.
  • Skills & Competencies
    • Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and negotiation skills.
    • Customer‑focused with a continuous improvement mindset.
    • Proficiency in SAP and Microsoft Office Suite.
    • Knowledge of regional/global supplier base and market trends.
    • Ability to work in a matrix environment with multicultural teams.
    • Strong project management and multi‑tasking abilities.
    • Fluent English communication skills at a negotiation level.
  • Personal Attributes : Proactive, detail‑oriented, accountable, and team player with a strategic mindset.
Competencies

Values: Integrity, Accountability, Inclusion, Innovation, Teamwork

Location: Prai, Penang, 07, MY, 13600

State: 07

Country/Region: MY

Travel: 10% to 25%

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Function: Procurement


Job Segment: Strategic Sourcing, Relationship Manager, Procurement, Project Manager, Mechanical Engineer, Operations, Customer Service, Engineering, Technology

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CM Strategic Sourcing Manager

Sandisk

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Sandisk understands how people and businesses consume data and we relentlessly innovate to deliver solutions that enable today’s needs and tomorrow’s next big ideas. With a rich history of groundbreaking innovations in Flash and advanced memory technologies, our solutions have become the beating heart of the digital world we’re living in and that we have the power to shape. Sandisk meets people and businesses at the intersection of their aspirations and the moment, enabling them to keep moving and pushing possibility forward. We do this through the balance of our powerhouse manufacturing capabilities and our industry‑leading portfolio of products that are recognized globally for innovation, performance and quality. Sandisk has two facilities recognized by the World Economic Forum as part of the Global Lighthouse Network for advanced 4IR innovations. These facilities were also recognized as Sustainability Lighthouses for breakthroughs in efficient operations. With our global reach, we ensure the global supply chain has access to the Flash memory it needs to keep our world moving forward.

Job Description ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Works with stakeholders to address all aspects of procurement management for Contract Manufacturer (CM), including pricing, procurement support, supplier management, supply‑base strategy, market trends assessment, etc.

  • Understand business service needs, request for quotation, negotiate pricing, commercial and supply agreements with suppliers.
  • Set up “should cost” study and lead quarterly negotiation with suppliers to achieve quarterly and yearly cost reduction.
  • Manage overall cost with CM, roll‑up BOM cost, monitor NRE and other special charges.
  • Negotiate legal contracts such as NDA, GPA with suppliers.
  • Coordinate procurement activities with manufacturing, quality, planning and engineering departments.
  • Establish, implement, and administer system and process to evaluate, monitor, report and manage supplier performance and improvement (incl. QBR’s).
  • Monitor commodity market trends, effectively reflect market dynamic in terms of supply, cost, etc.
  • Identify potential sources or suppliers in business manner.
  • Develop and execute a supply‑base strategy to meet the Company’s business growth and requirements.
  • Identify, develop and manage relationships with existing and potential suppliers to meet the established cost, quality and delivery targets.
  • Collaborate with Engineering, Operations and Quality to identify and drive cost reduction / avoidance activities.
  • Collaborate with NPI, Engineering, Quality and Operations to effectively manage NPI procurement related activities.
Qualifications

REQUIRED:

  • Bachelor degree or above
  • 8 years+ procurement related experience
Preferred
  • Familiar with Contract Manufacturer management
  • Proven ability to achieve results in a fast moving, dynamic environment
  • Self‑motivated and self‑directed, but demonstrated ability to work well with people
  • A proven desire to work as a team member, both on the same team and outside of the team
  • Ability to troubleshoot and analyze complex problem
  • Ability to multi‑task and meet deadlines
Additional Information

Sandisk thrives on the power and potential of diversity. As a global company, we believe the most effective way to embrace the diversity of our customers and communities is to mirror it from within. We believe the fusion of various perspectives results in the best outcomes for our employees, our company, our customers, and the world around us. We are committed to an inclusive environment where every individual can thrive through a sense of belonging, respect and contribution.

Sandisk is committed to offering opportunities to applicants with disabilities and ensuring all candidates can successfully navigate our careers website and our hiring process. Please contact us at to advise us of your accommodation request. In your email, please include a description of the specific accommodation you are requesting as well as the job title and requisition number of the position for which you are applying.

NOTICE TO CANDIDATES

Sandisk has received reports of scams where a payment is requested on Sandisk’s behalf as a condition for receiving an offer of employment. Please be aware that Sandisk and its subsidiaries will never request payment as a condition for applying for a position or receiving an offer of employment. Should you encounter any such requests, please report it immediately to Sandisk Ethics Helpline or email

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Executive, Strategic Sourcing Services

Pasir Gudang, Johor Malaysia Marine & Heavy Engineering

Posted 7 days ago

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Talent Acquisition at Malaysia Marine and Heavy Engineering

Job purpose

Execute sourcing strategies aligned with business objectives by securing the right goods and services at optimal value, while ensuring quality, reliability, and regulatory compliance. Concurrently, analyze market trends, mitigate supply chain risks, and develop technically and commercially capable suppliers to strengthen competitive advantage, ultimately driving profitability and sustainable growth for the company. Additionally, provide cross-functional support to category management in various strategic initiatives and MMHE project bidding activities, fostering alignment across departments and enhancing overall project execution.

Job responsibilities
  • Develop category strategies through close collaboration and strategic input from category managers, ensuring alignment with business goals and market dynamics
  • Analyze and execute the category strategies to support the company’s business needs and enhance the value chain of supply management
  • Liaise with cross-functional teams to align category plans from the early bidding phase through project execution, ensuring a robust and comprehensive strategy is established
  • Execute and analyze strategic partnerships with key supplier(s) e.g. Price Agreements or Pre-Bid Agreements to achieve procurement efficiency and maintain cost effectiveness
  • Gather, analyze and interpret data to identify market trends, demand forecast, supply market analysis and opportunities for improvement
  • Collect and analyze supplier databases to gain insights into market dynamics and intelligence, serving as a strategic reference for developing effective category plans
  • Identify and execute proactive mitigation plans to anticipate dynamic supply market changes in order to minimize the company’s risk exposure
  • Identify and analyze the selection of suppliers based on strategic goals, develop the supplier base and identify new suppliers to enhance the supply chain across all project phases, from initial bidding through to successful execution
  • Collaborate with the vendor management and Category Manager team to sort and evaluate the supplier database in alignment with the category strategy
  • Execute and process contract and price negotiations with supplier(s) alongside the commercial task force to secure favourable terms and conditions
  • Leverage market data and competitive analysis to inform negotiation positions while benchmarking supplier capabilities and pricing to identify negotiation opportunities
  • Liaise with Category Manager to develop long-term partnerships with key suppliers and facilitate regular meetings to review performance and strategic alignment
  • Coordinate cross-functional efforts to streamline supplier onboarding and performance during bidding and project delivery stages
  • Execute procurement strategy for new bids by adopting appropriate sourcing methodology
  • Execute sourcing and develop cost proposals to ensure timely submission and compliance with tender requirements
  • Conduct detailed analysis of buy-out items in bid proposals to support effective discussions prior to commercial team meetings with clients
  • Lead bid evaluation process and coordinate cross-functional stakeholders including Finance, Engineering, Quality Control, and Legal to ensure thorough and aligned assessment
  • Supporting the operations buyer during the execution stage involves providing end-to-end assistance to ensure procurement activities are carried out efficiently and in alignment with operational needs
Qualifications
  • Degree in Engineering, Science, Business Administration, Management, Economics, or other professional-related qualifications
  • 5 years in Supply Chain Management experience, preferably in oil and gas industry, shipyard or related marine industry
Job details
  • Seniority level: Executive
  • Employment type: Contract
  • Job function: Supply Chain
  • Industries: Oil and Gas

Location: Senai, Johor, Malaysia

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Manager 4, Strategic Sourcing

Sandisk

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Overview

Sandisk understands how people and businesses consume data and we relentlessly innovate to deliver solutions that enable today’s needs and tomorrow’s next big ideas. With a rich history of groundbreaking innovations in Flash and advanced memory technologies, our solutions have become the beating heart of the digital world we’re living in and that we have the power to shape.

Sandisk meets people and businesses at the intersection of their aspirations and the moment, enabling them to keep moving and pushing possibility forward. We do this through the balance of our powerhouse manufacturing capabilities and our industry-leading portfolio of products that are recognized globally for innovation, performance and quality.

Sandisk has two facilities recognized by the World Economic Forum as part of the Global Lighthouse Network for advanced 4IR innovations. These facilities were also recognized as Sustainability Lighthouses for breakthroughs in efficient operations. With our global reach, we ensure the global supply chain has access to the Flash memory it needs to keep our world moving forward.

Responsibilities
  • Works with stakeholders to address all aspects of procurement management for Contract Manufacturer (CM), including pricing, procurement support, supplier management, supply-base strategy, market trends assessment, etc.
  • Understand business service needs, request for quotation, negotiate pricing, commercial and supply agreements with suppliers.
  • Set up “should cost” study and lead quarterly negotiation with suppliers to achieve quarterly and yearly cost reduction.
  • Manage overall cost with CM, roll-up BOM cost, monitor NRE and other special charges.
  • Negotiate legal contracts such as NDA, GPA with suppliers.
  • Coordinates procurement activities with manufacturing, quality, planning and engineering departments.
  • Establish, implement, and administer system and process to evaluate, monitor, report and manage supplier performance and improvement (incl. QBR’s).
  • Monitor commodity market trends, effectively reflect market dynamic in terms of supply, cost, etc.
  • Identify potential sources or suppliers in business manner.
  • Develop and execute a supply-base strategy to meet the Company’s business growth and requirements.
  • Identify, develop and manage relationships with existing and potential suppliers to meet the established cost, quality and delivery targets.
  • Collaborate with Engineering, Operations and Quality to identify and drive cost reduction / avoidance activities.
  • Collaborate with NPI, Engineering, Quality and Operations to effectively manage NPI procurement related activities.
Qualifications

Required:

  • Bachelor degree or above.
  • 5 years+ procurement related experience.
  • Familiar with Contract Manufacturer management and semiconductor assembly and testing industry.
  • Proven ability to achieve results in a fast moving, dynamic environment.
  • Self-motivated and self-directed, but demonstrated ability to work well with people.
  • A proven desire to work as a team member, both on the same team and outside of the team.
  • Ability to troubleshoot and analyze complex problems.
  • Ability to multi-task and meet deadlines

Preferred:

  • Fluent written and oral English and Mandarin.

Skills:

  • Strong communication and presentation skills.
  • Good computer skill on Office software (PPT, Excel, Word).
Additional Information

Sandisk thrives on the power and potential of diversity. As a global company, we believe the most effective way to embrace the diversity of our customers and communities is to mirror it from within. We believe the fusion of various perspectives results in the best outcomes for our employees, our company, our customers, and the world around us. We are committed to an inclusive environment where every individual can thrive through a sense of belonging, respect and contribution.

Sandisk is committed to offering opportunities to applicants with disabilities and ensuring all candidates can successfully navigate our careers website and our hiring process. Please contact us at to advise us of your accommodation request. In your email, please include a description of the specific accommodation you are requesting as well as the job title and requisition number of the position for which you are applying.

NOTICE TO CANDIDATES: Sandisk has received reports of scams where a payment is requested on Sandisk’s behalf as a condition for receiving an offer of employment. Please be aware that Sandisk and its subsidiaries will never request payment as a condition for applying for a position or receiving an offer of employment. Should you encounter any such requests, please report it immediately to Sandisk Ethics Helpline or email

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