Global Sourcing Specialist – Electronics and Mechanics

WATLOW ELECTRIC MALAYSIA SDN. BHD.

Kedah

On-site

MYR 80,000 - 120,000

Full time

11 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

13th-month

Contractual Bonus

Yearly 18 days of Public Holidays

Miscellaneous allowances and gifts

Job summary

Watlow Electric Malaysia Sdn. Bhd. is seeking a Sr/Sourcing Specialist to lead electrical and mechanical component sourcing from local and global suppliers. The role requires strong negotiation, ERP purchasing experience, and ability to manage multi-site relationships in a fast-paced environment.

The position reports to the Sourcing Manager and supports Asia with a travel requirement of 30%. Base in Kulim Hi-Tech Park, Kedah, Malaysia.

Qualifications

Experience in sourcing electrical & electronic components (actives, passive, switch gear).
ERP purchasing/sourcing processes; strong supplier relationships.
Ability to multitask and meet deadlines.
Experience in global sourcing and localization.
Capex/IT/Indirect procurement experience is a plus.
EMS experience is an added advantage.

Responsibilities

Conducts RFI/Q/P locally/globally.
Negotiation of prices and terms with suppliers to meet quality, delivery and cost objectives.
Drives parts and process qualification with Supplier Quality and VAVE teams.
Preparing comparative statements.
Managing supplier onboarding activities and quarterly business reviews (QBRs).
Support part qualification & localizations.
Signing LTAs, negotiation and development with Sourcing Manager and Contract Specialists.
Support logistics, program managers & compliance team to get relevant documents from suppliers.