Indirect Commodities Analyst — Data-Driven Procurement

Flextronics - The Flex Company; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life Insurance

Medical Benefits

Allowances and Bonuses

Job summary

Flextronics - The Flex Company in Malaysia (Perai, Penang) is seeking a Commodity Analyst Indirect to support RFQ processes, analyze spend data, and coordinate with suppliers. The role focuses on indirect procurement within a manufacturing environment and collaboration with operations, engineering, and finance.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s degree in Business or related field and 3-5+ years in procurement, with strong Excel and ERP skills to drive cost savings and inventory optimization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Engineering, or related field.
• 3-5+ years of experience in procurement, sourcing, or materials planning.
• Experience in data analysis, RFQ handling, and supplier coordination.
• Knowledge of indirect procurement or manufacturing environment preferred.
• Strong analytical and numerical skills (cost analysis, pricing comparison).
• Proficiency in Excel and procurement/ERP systems.

Responsibilities

• Support RFQ process, price analysis, and supplier selection for indirect spend categories.
• Conduct data analysis on spend, pricing trends, and cost drivers.
• Assist in negotiations and contract execution with selected suppliers.
• Maintain and monitor supplier performance and delivery compliance.
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders to clarify requirements.
• Support cost savings, cost avoidance, and inventory optimization initiatives.
• Analyze and report commodity risks, market trends, and sourcing opportunities.
• Ensure adherence to procurement policies and processes.

Skills

Data analysis

RFQ handling

Supplier coordination

Cost analysis

Excel

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Engineering

Tools

ERP systems

Procurement software

Job description

Flextronics - The Flex Company in Malaysia (Perai, Penang) is seeking a Commodity Analyst Indirect to support RFQ processes, analyze spend data, and coordinate with suppliers. The role focuses on indirect procurement within a manufacturing environment and collaboration with operations, engineering, and finance.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s degree in Business or related field and 3-5+ years in procurement, with strong Excel and ERP skills to drive cost savings and inventory optimization.