Director, Material Operations of Warehouse/Logistics

Flextronics - The Flex Company; Bayan Lepas; On-site; MYR 260,000 - 420,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full range of medical benefits, dental

Vision Life Insurance Paid Time Off

Bonuses

Job summary

Flextronics is seeking a Materials Planning Senior Director to lead sourcing and material flow for a strategic business unit in Penang. You will guide teams across procurement, inventory and quality control, ensuring cost‑effective materials availability to support AI data centers and other mission‑critical applications.

A Master’s degree is preferred and Lean training is desired. Based in Batu Kawan, Penang, you will collaborate with finance and executives to optimize inventory and supplier

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree; typically 12 years in materials management.
• Lean Supply Chain training desired.
• Master’s degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Direct and guide sourcing and materials planning teams to execute strategy.
• Oversee procurement, inventory control, planning and quality control of materials.
• Collaborate with finance on inventory carrying costs and requirements.
• Develop policies and metrics to reduce costs and improve procedures.
• Maintain relationships with suppliers and influence major negotiations.

Skills

Lean supply chain

Bachelor’s degree

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Job description

Flex is the diversified manufacturing partner of choice that helps market-leading brands design, build and deliver innovative products that improve the world. A career at Flex offers the opportunity to make a difference and invest in your growth in a respectful, inclusive, and collaborative environment.

Job Summary

Flex intends to spin off its Cloud and Power Infrastructure segment into a new, independent publicly traded company, Axiom, with the spin planned for Q1 2027. If the intended spin occurs, this role will support Axiom, a company focused on critical digital infrastructure and delivering end-to-end power and thermal management solutions for AI data centers and other mission‑critical applications. Summary: To support our extraordinary teams who build great products and contribute to our growth, we’re looking to add a Materials Planning Senior Director located in Batu Kawan, Penang. Working closely with the management teams within the Materials segment, in charge of directing and guiding the implementation of strategies and tactical execution for efficient and cost‑effective materials flow to deliver the maximum advantage to the business (segment) and customers.

What a typical day looks like

Guide and direct sourcing teams in identifying, communicating and implementing sourcing strategies and supply chain management best practice. Plan and implement activities related to the timely and cost‑effective procurement, inventory control, planning and quality control of production materials. Work closely with sub‑ordinates to ensure global strategies and policies are effectively developed, communicated and implemented driving best practices. Develop, implement and maintain policies, procedures, material control systems and metrics to reduce costs, streamline procedures and implement solutions. Establish successful relationships with suppliers on a country, regional or global basis to ensure the availability of materials in the supply chain as scheduled and the maintenance of inventory at minimum acceptable levels. Work with the Global Commodity management and strategic supply chain management teams on sourcing strategies including supplier selection, risk research and capacity management. Coordinate with Finance on matters involving inventory carrying costs and review and plan requirements for acceptable inventory. Selects, develops and evaluates personnel to ensure the efficient operation of the function. Regularly interact with executives and major clients which may result in influencing and/or persuading customer negotiations. Implement appropriate HR strategies and actions to recruit and retain a qualified and motivated workforce.

The experience we’re looking to add to our team

Typically requires a Bachelor’s degree. Typically requires 12 years of experience in materials management. Lean Supply Chain training desired. Preference Master’s degree in related field.

What you’ll receive for the great work you provide

• Full range of medical benefits, dental, vision Life Insurance Paid Time Off Allowances & Bonuses* AA98

Job Category Global Procurement & Supply Chain

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Flex is an Equal Opportunity Employer and employment selection decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and abilities.

We do not discriminate based on: age, race, religion, color, sex, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability, pregnancy status, or any other status protected by law.

We're happy to provide reasonable accommodations to those with a disability for assistance in the application process.

Through the collective strength of ~150,000 team members across 30 countries and responsible, sustainable operations, Flex is the diversified manufacturing partner of choice that helps market‑leading brands design, build and deliver innovative products that improve the world. A career with Flex offers the opportunity to make a difference, invest in your growth, and build great products for our customers that improve people’s lives. Together, let’s create the extraordinary!