Category Manager / Strategic Buyer (Machinery Capex)

B. Braun Melsungen AG; Bayan Lepas; Hybrid; MYR 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading medical solutions company in Bayan Lepas, Penang is seeking a Category Manager / Strategic Buyer to oversee procurement functions. You will drive category strategy, conduct supplier management, and ensure value creation across the machinery Capex portfolio. The ideal candidate will have at least 8 years of experience in similar roles and strong negotiation skills. The position offers a hybrid work arrangement and various employee benefits.

Benefits

Hybrid work arrangement

Employee incentive scheme

Training and development programs

Meal subsidy

Onsite fitness facilities

Medical, dental and optical insurance

Travel allowance

Retirement fund

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years of experience as a Strategic Buyer in CAPEX and production-related categories.
• Proven track record of delivering measurable results.
• Experience in contract management with stakeholders and suppliers.

Responsibilities

• Develop category strategy and execute it with stakeholders.
• Perform business requirement analysis for cost savings.
• Manage the Source to Contract process and conduct competitive tenders.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Stakeholder management

Analytical mindset

Supplier performance management

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Category Manager / Strategic Buyer (Machinery Capex) – B. Braun Medical Industries, S/B – Bayan Lepas, Penang, Malaysia. This role is integral to our procurement function, driving category strategy, supplier management, and value creation across our machinery Capex portfolio.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute category strategy in partnership with business stakeholders and global procurement.
• Perform deep business requirement analysis and value chain assessment to pinpoint cost savings and improvement opportunities.
• Leverage supplier market knowledge to identify and introduce innovations.
• Manage the Source to Contract process: plan and conduct competitive tenders, negotiate contracts, and supervise ad‑hoc procurement activities.
• Oversee supplier management, including regular business reviews, KPI development, and performance improvement.
• Monitor supplier capacity, financial stability, quality and technical capability, and implement risk‑mitigation plans.
• Administer purchase requisition approvals and report on cost savings aligned with annual targets.
• Collaborate closely with business stakeholders, maintaining compliance with integrity standards and B. Braun’s code of conduct.
• Lead or support projects to challenge existing sourcing processes, deliver operational excellence, and generate new sourcing opportunities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in any discipline. Minimum 8 years of experience as a Strategic Buyer in CAPEX and production‑related categories.
• Proven negotiation and procurement expertise with a track record of delivering measurable results.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Analytical mindset with the ability to evaluate data and provide actionable recommendations.
• Experience in supplier performance management and relationship building.
• Contract management proficiency with stakeholders and suppliers.
• Exposure to sustainability initiatives within a procurement category.

What We Offer

• Hybrid work arrangement.
• Employee incentive scheme.
• Training and development programs.
• Meal subsidy and onsite convenience store.
• Onsite fitness facilities and recreational activities.
• Medical, dental and optical insurance.
• Travel allowance.
• Retirement fund.

Next Steps

Apply online through our careers portal. The Talent Acquisition team will review your CV and contact you for interviews if you meet the requirements. We value diversity and inclusion and welcome applicants from all backgrounds.