Head of National Commodity Supply Chain

JD.COM; Penang; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in supply chain solutions seeks a Head of National Commodity Supply Chain to develop and execute national operations. The role involves building scalable systems, fulfilling customer demand, and driving profitability through effective supply chain design. Candidates should have extensive experience and strong leadership skills.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in supply chain or commodity management.
• At least 3 years in a leadership role.
• Fluency in Mandarin, Bahasa Malaysia, and English required.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a national commodity supply chain framework.
• Lead end-to-end coordination of commodity lines.
• Establish and manage a high-performing national commodity organization.

Skills

Analytical skills

Stakeholder management

Leadership

Problem-solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management

Master’s degree in related field

Tools

Supply chain tools

ERP platforms

Job description

JD Industrials

JD Industrials, a subsidiary of JD.com, is a global leader in supply chain solutions known for its innovative, technology-driven approach. We are in the business of revolutionizing the industrial sector through total supply chain management with cutting edge technology and services. With businesses that spans across APAC, EMEA and the Americas, we aim to be the leading one-stop procurement solutions for industrials products.

Role Purpose

The Head of National Commodity Supply Chain is responsible to lead the development and execution of our national commodity operations. This role is responsible for building a scalable supply chain system, fulfilling customer demand, and driving profitability through effective supply chain design.

Job Description

• Develop and implement a national commodity supply chain framework, ensuring alignment with the company’s international business strategy and operational standards.
• Lead end-to-end coordination of commodity lines at the national level, ensuring timely and cost-effective fulfillment of overseas customer orders while optimizing profit margins.
• Establish and manage a high-performing national commodity organization, including recruitment, team structure planning, onboarding, performance management, and capability development.
• Design integrated supply chain solutions that incorporate cross-border and domestic logistics, leveraging industry insights and regional characteristics to meet diverse customer requirements.
• Define and execute sales and pricing strategies to meet revenue and margin goals. Regularly review market dynamics and operational costs to optimize pricing and maintain competitive advantage.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or above in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, or a related field. Master’s degree preferred.
• 10+ years of experience in supply chain or commodity management, with at least 3 years in a leadership role. Experience in cross-border logistics or multinational business operations is a plus.
• Proven ability to lead large-scale supply chain projects and manage distributed teams.
• Strong analytical skills and business sense, with a data-driven approach to problem-solving and decision-making.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, including experience working with overseas customers and partners.
• Proficiency in supply chain tools and systems. Familiarity with Workday or ERP platforms is an advantage.
• Fluency in Mandarin, Bahasa Malaysia and English (spoken and written) required.