Global Commodity Manager

Advanced Energy Management Limited; Seberang Perai; On-site; MYR 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in energy management is seeking a Commodity Manager to ensure continuity of material supply. The role involves strategic procurement, supplier evaluation, and maintaining a sustainable supply chain. Ideal candidates will have at least 8 years of experience in supply chain management and a relevant degree. Strong communication skills in English and Mandarin are essential, along with proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years in Supply Chain Management within a manufacturing environment.
• Experience in mechanical/electronics manufacturing preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in relevant field required.

Responsibilities

• Provides support for procurement activities related to Mechanical Commodity spend.
• Executes commodity management strategies for local and global operations.
• Evaluates supplier capabilities and develops their capabilities.

Skills

Strategic supplier relationships

Problem-solving

Purchasing knowledge

Supply chain management

Communication in English and Mandarin

Presentation skills

Planning abilities

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain Management

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

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The Commodity Manager is responsible for providing technical support and implementing sourcing solutions that ensure continuity of material supply to meet Advanced Energy’s current and future business needs for the assigned commodity.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

• Provides support for business and strategic procurement activities related to Mechanical Commodity spend.
• Executes commodity management strategies by implementing PML strategies to support local, regional, and global operations.
• Develops and maintains a sustainable supply chain with competitive cost, quality, and effective, lean execution.
• Evaluates price trends, new products, and manufacturing processes to improve overall commodity team performance for local and regional suppliers.
• Supports the Commodity Manager and Leader in issues such as material expediting, VMI, and Incoterms.
• Evaluates supplier manufacturing capabilities and technology roadmaps; develops suppliers’ capabilities to meet future product needs.
• Supports IQC in clarifying supplier FAI qualification issues, follows up on qualification status, and manages new source qualification.
• Provides technical support to local or regional design and operation sites related to Mechanical commodities.
• Develops the approved material list, follows up on laminate qualification status, and updates UL safety files.
• Maintains compliance with corporate and manufacturing policies and procedures.
• Ensures adherence to the highest ethical standards in procurement practices.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Works in a standard office environment using typical office equipment.
• Travel required approximately 25% of the time, both domestic and international.
• Ability to work under pressure.

JOB SPECIFICATION / COMPETENCY REQUIRED:

Knowledge:

• Basic commodity and procurement knowledge.
• Understanding of supply and demand dynamics.
• Knowledge of procurement/purchasing terms and practices.
• Business and product knowledge.
• Project and program management skills.

Skills:

• Proven ability to develop strategic supplier relationships and negotiate effectively.
• Proactive problem-solving skills with strong planning abilities.
• Excellent knowledge of purchasing, production control, and supply chain management.
• Strong communication skills in English and Mandarin, both written and verbal.
• Proficiency in presentation, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Abilities & Behavior:

• Leadership and teamwork capabilities.
• Target-oriented with an analytical mindset and decision-making skills.
• Ability to prioritize and manage tasks efficiently.

EXPERIENCE:

• Minimum 8 years in Supply Chain Management within a manufacturing environment.
• Experience communicating across all organizational levels.
• Experience with self-directed work teams.
• Preferred experience in mechanical/electronics manufacturing and high mix/low volume procurement environments.

EDUCATION:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain Management, Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent.

OTHERS:

• Willing to work in Simpang Ampat, Penang.