Commodity Manager

JAC Recruitment; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an experienced procurement specialist for a strategic role located in Kuala Lumpur. The ideal candidate will have at least 7 years of experience in a multinational environment and a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or Engineering. You will manage supplier performance, optimize processes, and lead negotiations to achieve cost efficiency. Join a collaborative team focused on sustainable practices and market trends.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field.
• Minimum 7 years of experience in a strategic procurement role.

Responsibilities

• Create and implement a global strategy for interconnects.
• Build relationships to ensure aligned and achieved goals.
• Identify opportunities for cost and process efficiency.

Skills

Sourcing

Procurement

Supply Chain Optimization

Supplier Management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or Engineering

Job description

This role will support the portfolio of interconnects commodity which includes connectors and custom mechanical parts (cable assemblies). The ideal candidate will have a background in sourcing, procurement, and supply chain and will be responsible for driving supplier performance, reducing total cost of ownership, and optimizing the supply chain process

Job Responsibilities

• Creating and implementing a global strategy and collaboration model for interconnects which includes connectors and custom mechanical parts (cable assemblies).
• Building relationships on a global, regional, and local scale to become a trusted advisor with collaborators in order to ensure goals are aligned and achieved.
• Identifying areas of opportunity and completing activities to fulfil cost, process, efficiency, and sustainability goals.
• Leading procurement negotiations, source-to-contract and supplier management activities which generate best-in-class outcomes.
• Monitor market trends and assess potential risks and opportunities.
• Building excellent supplier relationships whereby procurement is seen as a key decision-maker.
• Continuing to stay updated on industry, market, and business standard methodologies and new technologies.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Engineering, or related field.
• At least 7 years experience in a strategic Procurement role within a multinational organization; prior experience in managing the specialized commodities would be highly advantageous