【Recruitment】Malaysia | Supply Chain Manager

Responsibilities：

1. Lead End-to-End Supplier Lifecycle Management

·Lead sourcing, qualification, and onboarding of suppliers for both standard components (mechanical/electrical parts, sensors, pneumatic elements) and custom non-standard parts (machined components, sheet metal fabrications, welded assemblies);

·Independently conduct on-site supplier audits to assess technical capability, capacity alignment, quality management systems (e.g., ISO9001/IATF16949), and delivery reliability;

·Build and maintain a high-performing local supplier base, perform regular QCDTS-based performance reviews, and drive improvement or phase-out of underperforming suppliers.

2. Drive Sourcing Strategy & Cost Optimization

·Lead Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) analysis for critical components by interpreting drawings and breaking down material, process (milling, turning, sheet metal forming, surface treatment), and labor costs;

·Lead annual commercial negotiations to optimize pricing, payment terms, MOQs, and secure group-level framework agreements;

·Actively participate in early-stage BOM reviews to recommend standardization, alternative sourcing, and Design-for-Procurement (DfP) improvements for cost control at source.

3. Own Project Material Delivery Execution

·Manage end-to-end procurement execution for non-standard automation projects—from requirement confirmation, RFQ/RFP, contract signing to goods receipt;

·Rapidly respond to engineering changes (ECNs) or urgent demands by coordinating with suppliers to adjust pricing and delivery schedules, safeguarding critical project milestones;

·Lead resolution of supply disruptions (e.g., delays, incoming quality issues) by aligning cross-functionally with Quality, Project, and Production teams to drive root cause analysis and corrective actions.

4. Collaborate with Planning, Warehouse & Logistics

·Understand MPS/MRP logic and align procurement timing with project schedules to balance inventory and delivery risk;

·Work with warehouse teams to optimize safety stock for custom parts, monitor obsolescence, and improve inventory turns;

·Be familiar with U.S./Canada export compliance requirements—including HS code classification, rules of origin (e.g., USMCA), and documentation standards (commercial invoice, packing list)—and coordinate with logistics/customs brokers to ensure smooth clearance.

1. Education: Bachelor’s degree or higher in Mechanical Engineering, Automation, Electrical Engineering, Supply Chain, or related technical field;

2. Experience:

·8+ years in procurement or supply chain roles, with at least 4years in non-standard automation, special-purpose machinery, industrial equipment, or capital goods manufacturing;

·Proven track record of leading supplier development, cost negotiations, and end-to-end project delivery—not limited to PO processing;

·Hands-on experience supporting North America-bound exports, particularly to the U.S., including trade compliance coordination;

3. Technical Skills:

·Ability to read mechanical/electrical drawings and perform process-based cost breakdowns;

·Strong knowledge of local Malaysian machining, sheet metal, heat treatment, and surface finishing capabilities and market rates;

·Proficient in ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) and advanced Excel (PivotTables, VLOOKUP, etc.);

4. Soft Skills:

·Strong ownership mindset and results orientation; able to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment;

·Excellent cross-functional communication and influence skills across R&D, Project, Production, and Quality;

5. Language:

·Fluent English, Chinese language proficiency is a plus.

Work Location:
Penang, Malaysia

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