Category Lead Indirects

fundicion vulco ltda

Batu Caves

Hybrid

MYR 120,000 - 180,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Weir in Batu Caves, Malaysia, is seeking a Category Lead – Indirects to drive end-to-end sourcing and category strategies across APAC, partnering with stakeholders to deliver commercial value while supporting safety, quality, sustainability and compliance objectives.

You will lead strategic sourcing for indirect spend, collaborate with APAC stakeholders to understand business needs, and own end-to-end procurement initiatives with governance and continuous improvement, including data-driven

Qualifications

3–5 years’ experience in procurement, category management, or supply chain.
Experience in sourcing, negotiation and contract management.
Strong stakeholder engagement and cross-cultural collaboration across APAC.
Proficient with SAP S/4, Coupa, Power BI and MS Office.

Responsibilities

Lead strategic sourcing and category management for indirect spend.
Partner with APAC stakeholders to understand needs and drive value.
Own end-to-end procurement initiatives with risk management and delivery of benefits.
Manage supplier and contract performance, governance and onboarding.
Drive governance, ESG, data-driven reporting and process improvements.

Skills

Sourcing

Negotiation

Contract management

Stakeholder engagement

Data-driven decision-making

Education

Engineering/Procurement/Business degree or related field

Tools

SAP S/4

Coupa

Microsoft Office

Power BI

Job description

Category Lead – Indirects

Weir

Batu Caves, Malaysia

Hybrid (minimum 3 days per week onsite)

What We Do At Weir

We are a global leader in mining technology for a sustainable future. We help our customers extract the resources the world needs more efficiently and more sustainably. Our planet’s future depends on the transition to renewable energy, and that transition can only happen with the metals and minerals our customers deliver. So, we work side by side with mines across the globe to move less rock, use less energy, use water wisely, and create less waste. Together, we drive the shift to smart, efficient, and more sustainable mining.

Make your impact

As a Category Lead – Indirect , you will drive end-to-end sourcing and category strategies across Australia and the APAC region, partnering with stakeholders to deliver commercial value while supporting safety, quality, sustainability, and compliance objectives. This role offers the opportunity to influence business outcomes, build strong cross-cultural relationships, and take ownership of strategic procurement initiatives that drive measurable results and continuous improvement.

What You’ll Do

Lead strategic sourcing and category management for indirect spend, including tenders, negotiations, contract awards, cost optimisation, and market analysis.
Partner with stakeholders across APAC to understand business needs, influence decisions, and deliver commercially effective procurement strategies.
Own end-to-end procurement initiatives, ensuring timely delivery, risk management, implementation, and realisation of business benefits.
Manage supplier and contract performance, including contract negotiation, compliance, governance, onboarding, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Drive procurement excellence through strong governance, risk and ESG management, data-driven reporting (SAP, Coupa, Power BI), process improvements, and operational procurement support. Safety First: Demonstrate 100% commitment to our zero harm behaviors in support of our drive towards developing a world-class safety culture.

What You’ll Bring

Relevant qualification in Engineering, Supply Chain, Procurement, Business, or a related field, with 3–5 years’ experience in procurement, category management, or supply chain roles.
Demonstrated expertise in sourcing, negotiation, and contract management, ideally within manufacturing, industrial, or operational environments.
Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate effectively across diverse cultures and APAC regions.
Commercially and analytically minded, with a solid understanding of total cost of ownership, procurement processes, and data-driven decision-making.
Proficient in procurement and reporting systems, including SAP S/4, Coupa, Microsoft Office, and Power BI.
Self-motivated and collaborative professional with experience in governance, risk management, sustainability initiatives, and a customer-focused approach to delivering outcomes.

Why join Weir?

We live our values we think safety first, do the right thing, respect each other, aim high, and delight our customers. We encourage our people to lead by example and celebrate our successes.

We’re passionate about our purpose to help deliver the natural resources that are essential to create a better future for the world. We do this by combining our deep customer insights, world-class engineering, materials science expertise, and intelligent automation to deliver innovative end-to-end solutions incorporating our signature technologies.

We believe your voice matters and your ideas make a difference. We’re working hard to nurture a diverse culture where our people feel like they belong and can do the best work of their lives. You can help shape our unique culture through our inclusion networks and safety initiatives.

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