Global Category Purchasing Manager: Strategic Sourcing

WIN SOURCE; Penang; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

WIN SOURCE, a global electronic components distributor, seeks a Category Purchasing Manager in Malaysia to manage sourcing for key electronic component categories. You will leverage supplier networks and market insights to deliver competitive and reliable supply solutions for global customers.

The role emphasizes building strong supplier partnerships, negotiating effectively, and ensuring supply continuity across regions.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in electronic components procurement or related supply chain roles.
• Strong knowledge of electronic component categories, pricing trends and supplier networks.
• Ability to independently develop reliable suppliers and secure competitive pricing and lead times.
• Strong negotiation, supplier evaluation and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to communicate in English or the local language.

Responsibilities

• Category Purchasing: Manage sourcing activities for one or more key electronic component categories.
• Supplier Channel Development: Develop and maintain core suppliers with advantages in pricing, inventory, lead time or supply capability.
• Market Insights & Sourcing Opportunities: Track pricing, inventory, market demand and lifecycle changes to identify opportunities.
• Critical Sourcing Projects: Handle complex sourcing requirements, shortage materials and EOL components through quotation and negotiation.
• Supplier Partnership Management: Build stable relationships with manufacturers and distributors.
• Supply Chain Security & Quality: Focus on authenticity, traceability, reliability and continuity with quality teams.
• Global Business Support: Collaborate with sales, procurement and supply chain teams to support key customers.

Skills

Category Purchasing

Supplier Relationship Management

Market Insights

Negotiation

Cross-cultural communication

English or Local Language

Job description

WIN SOURCE, a global electronic components distributor, seeks a Category Purchasing Manager in Malaysia to manage sourcing for key electronic component categories. You will leverage supplier networks and market insights to deliver competitive and reliable supply solutions for global customers.

The role emphasizes building strong supplier partnerships, negotiating effectively, and ensuring supply continuity across regions.