Commodity Manager (Capital Equipment & Facilities) - US MNC, Based in Perai

Protalent Malaysia; Kulim; On-site; MYR 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a dynamic Commodity Manager to lead critical contract negotiations and manage supplier relationships at their Perai plant. This role requires a strong background in Supply Chain Management, particularly in capital equipment and facilities. You will be responsible for aligning cost-saving initiatives with business goals, training site buyers on procurement tools, and ensuring compliance with regulations. Join a forward-thinking company that values effective communication and leadership across multicultural teams, and make a significant impact on their procurement strategies.

Qualifications

• 5+ years experience in Supply Chain Management.
• Proficiency in contract management and value-based decision-making.

Responsibilities

• Lead contract negotiations and manage supplier selection processes.
• Ensure compliance with regulations and develop supply chain support teams.

Skills

Multicultural communication

Crisis resolution

Contract negotiations

Financial benefit analysis

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

MBA or advanced coursework

Tools

Procurement tools

Fab equipment

Test equipment

IT hardware & software

Job description

Commodity Manager (Capital Equipment & Facilities) - US MNC, Based in Perai

Our client, US-based MNC Semiconductor, is seeking a Commodity Manager specializing in Capital Equipment & Facilities to be based at the Perai plant.

Responsibilities include:

1. Leading critical contract negotiations with senior management and Global Supply Chain representatives.
2. Handling negotiation issues, supplier terms & conditions, and pricing concerns.
3. Utilizing supplier scorecards and conducting periodic business reviews for critical suppliers.
4. Aligning regional cost-saving initiatives with business unit goals.
5. Managing supplier selection and qualification processes.
6. Minimizing sole sourcing and developing business continuity plans for sole-source suppliers.
7. Supporting and training site buyers on procurement tools.
8. Ensuring compliance with relevant regulations.
9. Developing and managing a team of supply chain support practitioners.
10. Implementing and verifying Total Cost of Ownership (TCOO) programs before and after capital procurement.

Job Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Finance, Supply Chain Management, or related fields; MBA or advanced coursework preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years experience in Supply Chain Management.
• Proficiency in multicultural communication, consensus building, leadership across business units, crisis resolution, and execution of planned activities.
• Experience with Fab equipment, Test equipment, IT hardware & software, facility equipment service & maintenance, and general facility materials & services.
• Sourcing experience outside the region.
• Skills in financial benefit analysis, contract negotiations, contract management, and value-based decision-making.
• Effective communication via email and conference calls with counterparts in Europe, US, and Asia.

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