Engineer/Executive - Commodity Sourcing

Bosch Power Tools; Penang; On-site; MYR 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading power tools company in Malaysia is looking for a Commodity / Material Field Strategy Sourcing Senior / Purchaser to lead strategic sourcing for mechanical commodities. Ideal candidates should possess over 5 years of experience in sourcing, with strong negotiation and contract management skills. Knowledge in plastic materials is advantageous. This role requires effective collaboration with cross-functional teams and a solid understanding of supplier management.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in strategic sourcing or procurement.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical commodities and plastic materials is a plus.
• Proven experience in supplier scouting, negotiation, and contract management.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute commodity strategies for mechanical parts.
• Lead price negotiations and cost analysis.
• Manage supplier contracts and performance metrics.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams for new product development.

Skills

Supplier scouting

Price negotiation

Contract management

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Project management skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Business

Tools

Microsoft Office

ERP systems (SAP, Oracle)

Job description

Overview

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Commodity / Material Field Strategy Sourcing Senior / Purchaser to lead strategic sourcing initiatives for mechanical commodities, including plastic components, metal stamping, and rubber parts. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in supplier scouting, price negotiation, and contract management, with added advantage for those with plastic resin knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute commodity strategies for mechanical parts (plastics, metals, rubber) aligned with business goals
• Identify, evaluate, and onboard new suppliers to ensure competitive pricing, quality, and supply continuity
• Lead price negotiations, cost analysis, and value engineering initiatives to achieve cost savings
• Manage supplier contracts, including terms, conditions, and performance metrics
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Engineering, Quality, Operations) to support new product development and localization efforts
• Monitor market trends, raw material pricing (especially plastic resin), and supply chain risks
• Drive supplier relationship management and continuous improvement programs
• Ensure compliance with company policies, ethical sourcing standards, and regulatory requirements
• Support RFQ/RFI processes, supplier audits, and performance reviews

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Business, or related field
• Minimum 5 years of experience in strategic sourcing or procurement, preferably in mechanical commodities
• Strong knowledge of plastic materials and resin types is a plus
• Proven experience in supplier scouting, negotiation, and contract management
• Familiarity with cost breakdown analysis, manufacturing processes, and global sourcing
• Excellent communication, analytical, and project management skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, or equivalent)
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally as required