Assistant Manager, Supply Chain

Hunters International; Shah Alam; On-site; MYR 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in precision components is seeking an Assistant Manager for Supply Chain. This role will drive supplier development and manage logistics to achieve performance targets. We're looking for someone with a strong background in procurement and supply chain, ideally from high-tech manufacturing.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5-7 years experience in procurement and supply chain management.
• Strong familiarity with ISO standards and certification processes.
• Analytical skills for quality and supply chain challenges.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage supplier performance and audits.
• Optimize logistics operations and drive cost-saving initiatives.
• Lead the Procurement and Logistics team to achieve KPIs.

Skills

Supplier Development

Logistics Optimization

Leadership

Problem Solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management

Job description

About the Company

Our client is a reputable manufacturer of precision components and modules in high-mix low-volume, with specialization in very complex machining, high surface finishing and product cleanliness. They are an established supplier for many major global players in the Optical, Semicon, Diagnostics, Medical, and Life Science industries.

Job Summary

The Assistant Manager, Supply Chainis responsible for growing the client's supply capacity to meet revenue demand through effective supplier development and performance management. This role oversees the supply chain's quality, cost, and efficiency while leading the Procurement and Logistics Department to achieve key performance indicators (KPIs). The assistant manager will drive supplier improvement initiatives, ensure compliance with ISO standards, and manage logistics efficiency.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Supplier Development and Management

• Develop and expand existing and new suppliers to meet revenue and capacity demands.
• Select, audit, and qualify new suppliers, adhering to recruitment processes and policies.
• Appraise supplier performance in machining capability, production planning, quality, and delivery through periodic audits and on-site visits.
• Implement Supplier Development Programs to improve supplier quality and delivery performance.

Supply Chain Performance and Reporting

• Monitor and manage supplier job assignments and weekly capacity planning.
• Issue Monthly Supplier Performance Reports, discuss improvement actions, and align on capacity planning.
• Collaborate with Engineering to establish target pricing and enhance supplier production efficiency.
  

Logistics and Cost Management

• Optimize logistics operations, manage shipment issues, and implement cost-saving initiatives with shipping vendors.
• Drive annual cost reductions in logistics while maintaining efficiency and reliability

Team Leadership and Continuous Improvement

• Lead and manage the Procurement and Logistics team to achieve departmental KPIs.
• Resolve supplier quality issues (DMR) in coordination with the Quality Control Department.
• Streamline internal supply chain management systems and prepare for ISO certification.

KEY REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering or related field.
• Minimum 5-7 years experience in procurement and supply chain management, preferably from semi conductor, precision machining, high tech manufacturing, electronics industry
• Proven track record in supplier development and logistics optimization.
• Familiarity with ISO standards and certification processes.
• Strong leadership and team management capabilities.
• Expertise in supplier development, auditing, and performance management.
• Proficiency in logistics operations and cost-saving strategies.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills for handling quality and supply chain challenges.
• Strategic thinking to align procurement goals with company objectives.

REMUNERATION

Up to RM10,000

Consultant in charge

• JACKIE WONG | [e-mail] | 012 689 0438