Asia Chemicals Category Manager

Arbex; Petaling Jaya; Hybrid; MYR 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work model

Hybrid work arrangement

Job summary

Arbex in Malaysia is seeking a Procurement Category Manager to shape regional category strategy and drive supplier relationships across Asia. You will support execution of strategic initiatives and collaborate with regional stakeholders to collect business requirements, ensuring alignment with global strategy.

The role emphasizes a hybrid work model, analytical rigor, and cross-functional collaboration to deliver cost improvements and risk reduction in the tissue and hygiene portfolio.

Qualifications

• Intellectually curious, strong analytical skills.
• Business acumen, excellent communication skills able to communicate up and across the organization, cross functional collaboration & influencing, project management, analytical, problem solving.
• Ability to work independently in a heavily matrixed organization.

Responsibilities

• Provide input to regional category strategy based on market dynamics, supplier landscape, business needs within focus area
• Develops and drives regional execution plan aligned to global category strategy.
• Support execution of category strategic initiatives.
• Coordinate with regional business stakeholders on category needs and strategy (e.g., collect business requirements)
• Manage region-specific supplier relationships, elevate and resolve region-specific supplier continuity issues, etc.
• Support regional execution of category strategic initiatives
• Lead execution of global category strategic initiatives in region
• Manage, track, and report on category cost, sourcing initiatives & results.
• Support ongoing development of the category strategy via collecting input from Regional sourcing leader, conducting analyses on market trends, etc.
• Support in the creation and maintenance of category knowledge and processes to ensure the category strategies are informed, relevant and up to date.
• Monitor supplier performance indicators and initiate supplier reviews as required or in accordance with agreed programs to drive improvement and reduce risk across the regional enterprise.
• Build trust and credibility with suppliers by demonstrating integrity, commitment and results orientation to drive and deliver results.
• Maintain an effective business relationship with all suppliers and stakeholders based on clear, concise group and personal communication.
• Manage Asia regional category reports to enable to delivery to Asia Lead Team timely.
• Support Asia projects other than chemical initiatives.

Skills

Analytical skills

Excellent communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Project management

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Supply Chain or related discipline

Job description

Become part of the team powering household names like Kleenex®, Scott®, and WypAll®. At Arbex, everything you need is right here—innovation, growth, and the chance to leave a real mark.

Settling for just any role isn't you, and it isn't us either. Being Unstoppable Together calls for a particular kind of person and teams who genuinely care about making a difference. Here, you'll channel your professional expertise, talent, and drive into building and managing a portfolio of iconic, ground-breaking brands. In this role, you'll help shape the future of tissue and hygiene for billions of people worldwide.

About You

You were made to create what’s next: you’re a problem-solver – a connector – someone who thrives on bringing order to complexity and driving continuous improvement. You hold the big picture while mastering the details, making sure every product, process, and partnership moves with precision and purpose. You lead with the highest standards of integrity, efficiency, and collaboration, always turning today’s challenges into tomorrow’s success stories. In this role, you’ll help shape the future of tissue and hygiene for billions of people worldwide. We’ll be Unstoppable Together.

Jobresponsibilities include:

• Provide input to regional category strategy mased on market dynamics, supplier landscape, business needs within focus area
• Develops and drives regional execution plan aligned to global category strategy.
• Support execution of category strategic initiatives.
• Coordinate with regional business stakeholders on category needs and strategy (e.g., collect business requirements)
• Manage region-specific supplier relationships, elevate and resolve region-specific supplier continuity issues, etc.
• Support regional execution of category strategic initiatives
• Lead execution of global category strategic initiatives in region
• Manage, track, and report on category cost, sourcing initiatives & results.
• Support ongoing development of the category strategy via collecting input from Regional sourcing leader, conducting analyses on market trends, etc.
• Support in the creation and maintenance of category knowledge and processes to ensure the category strategies are informed, relevant and up to date.
• Monitor supplier performance indicators and initiate supplier reviews as required or in accordance with agreed programs to drive improvement and reduce risk across the regional enterprise.
• Build trust and credibility with suppliers by demonstrating integrity, commitment and results orientation to drive and deliver results.
• Maintain an effective business relationship with all suppliers and stakeholders based on clear, concise group and personal communication.
• Manage Asia regional category reports to enable to delivery to Asia Lead Team timely.
• Support Asia projects other than chemical initiatives.

To succeed in this role, you will need the following qualifications and experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited institution in business, supply chain or related discipline
• 5 – 7 years of experience in Procurement, preferred experience in category management
• Intellectually curious, strong analytical skills
• Business acumen, excellent communication skills (Both written and oral) able to communicate up and across the organization, cross functional collaboration & influencing, project management, analytical, problem solving, Functional and Technical awareness, Manage Vision and Purpose.
• Ability to work independently in a heavily matrixed organization.

Total Benefits

Webelievethatouremployeesareourgreatestasset, andwe'recommittedtoprovidingthemwiththeresourcestheyneedtobesuccessful.Ifyou'relookingforarewardingcareerwithacompanythatcaresaboutitsemployees,thenARBEXistheplaceforyou.

Flex That WorksatARBEX

We believegreat workhappens when people come together with purpose.That’swhy we offer a flexible work model that blends remote work with intentional in-person collaboration — helping you connect, grow, and innovate whilemaintainingthe balance you value.

And finally, the fine print….

ForARBEXto grow and prosper, we must be an inclusive organization that applies the diverse experiences and passions of its team members to brands thatshape the future of tissue and hygiene, which is whyweseek to build a workforce that encompassesthe experiences of our consumers.When you bring your original thinking toARBEX, you fuel the continued success of our enterprise. We are a committed equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, pregnancy, genetic information, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

The statements above are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this classification. Statements are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all duties,responsibilitiesand skillsrequiredfor this position.

Employment is subject to verification of local policies.

This role is available for local candidates already authorized to work in therole’scountry only. ARBEXwill not provide relocation support for this role.

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