Global Category Manager, Supply Chain

ULTRA CLEAN TECHNOLOGY (MALAYSIA) SDN. BHD.; Seberang Perai; On-site; MYR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

ULTRA CLEAN TECHNOLOGY (MALAYSIA) SDN. BHD. is seeking a Manager, Category Management in Penang to lead comprehensive supply chain strategies for our semiconductor equipment business.

You will shape supplier networks, drive KPI outcomes, and coordinate global sourcing to support manufacturing across Asia, EMEA and the US. The role requires a strong background with 10+ years in manufacturing, engineering, and strategic SCM, plus leadership capabilities to mentor teams and partner with customers

Qualifications

• BA/BS degree in Mechanical Engineering strongly preferred.
• APICS/CPIM certification preferred.
• 10+ years in a fast-paced manufacturing environment with broad knowledge of commodity, materials program & strategic supply chain management.
• Experience in gas delivery components/sheet metal parts preferred.
• Proven strong team building and employee development experience.
• Working knowledge of quick-turn, engineer-to-order environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and execution of supply chain strategies for strategic programs and major corporate initiatives focusing on future direction of UCT’s semiconductor equipment.
• Design the supply chain (selection, qualification, and development) to meet KPI goals.
• Build and develop supply chain globally to support manufacturing sites in Asia, EMEA & US.
• Establish supplier/distribution relationships worldwide to increase supply chain agility.
• Act as part of the Strategic Global SCM leadership escalation team for critical supply line issues.
• Implement inventory stocking programs with suppliers to reduce lead-times, costs, turns and cash flow.
• Drive localisation by site with BCP to ensure continuity of supply for Build-to-Print commodities.
• Champion SAP rollout for SCM and collaborate with customers on change strategies.

Skills

Strategic planning

Leadership

Communication

Analytical thinking

Negotiation

Project management

Team building

Problem solving

Mentoring

Education

BA/BS degree in Mechanical Engineering

APICS/CPIM certification

Tools

SAP

Job description

ULTRA CLEAN TECHNOLOGY (MALAYSIA) SDN. BHD. is seeking a Manager, Category Management in Penang to lead comprehensive supply chain strategies for our semiconductor equipment business.

You will shape supplier networks, drive KPI outcomes, and coordinate global sourcing to support manufacturing across Asia, EMEA and the US. The role requires a strong background with 10+ years in manufacturing, engineering, and strategic SCM, plus leadership capabilities to mentor teams and partner with customers