Indirect Commodity Manager (Professional Services)

Michael Page; Penang; On-site; MYR 327,000 - 450,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading electronic manufacturing services provider is seeking an experienced Indirect Commodity Manager to join their team in Penang, Malaysia. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of experience in strategic procurement or commodity management, with a proven track record of managing global spends exceeding USD 30 million. This role offers an attractive salary package, career progression opportunities, and a chance to make a significant organizational impact through people initiatives.

Benefits

Attractive salary package

Career progression opportunities

Organizational impact initiatives

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years in strategic procurement or commodity management.
• Proven experience managing global spend exceeding USD 30 million.
• Strong background in developing and executing category strategies.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic sourcing and contract negotiations for professional service categories.
• Develop and implement global category strategies.
• Establish structured pricing models.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to align sourcing plans.
• Manage a global spend of approximately USD 50 million.

Skills

Strategic procurement

Commodity management

Contract negotiation

Supplier relationship management

Data analysis

Team leadership

Problem-solving

Communication

Tools

SAP

Ariba

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

Indirect Commodity Manager (Professional Services)

• Lead strategic sourcing and contract negotiations for key professional service categories, including but not limited to HR, Finance, Legal, IT, Engineering, Consulting, and Contractor Services.
• Develop and implement global category strategies, supported by detailed spend analysis and supplier segmentation.
• Establish structured pricing models (fixed fee, hourly, milestone-based) and provide commercial guidance to stakeholders for optimal decision-making.
• Collaborate closely with business stakeholders to ensure sourcing plans are aligned with organizational objectives and operational needs.
• Manage and oversee a global spend of approximately USD 50 million, ensuring cost optimization, policy compliance, and supplier performance excellence.
• Conduct annual business reviews and maintain supplier scorecards to evaluate and drive continuous improvement.
• Process purchase requisitions and confirm purchase orders when required to support operational efficiency.
• Provide sourcing and procurement support to global AE manufacturing sites, design centers, and service hubs.
• Perform other related duties as assigned to support business and category goals.

• Lead strategic sourcing and contract negotiations for key professional service categories, including but not limited to HR, Finance, Legal, IT, Engineering, Consulting, and Contractor Services.
• Develop and implement global category strategies, supported by detailed spend analysis and supplier segmentation.
• Establish structured pricing models (fixed fee, hourly, milestone-based) and provide commercial guidance to stakeholders for optimal decision-making.
• Collaborate closely with business stakeholders to ensure sourcing plans are aligned with organizational objectives and operational needs.
• Manage and oversee a global spend of approximately USD 50 million, ensuring cost optimization, policy compliance, and supplier performance excellence.
• Conduct annual business reviews and maintain supplier scorecards to evaluate and drive continuous improvement.
• Process purchase requisitions and confirm purchase orders when required to support operational efficiency.
• Provide sourcing and procurement support to global AE manufacturing sites, design centers, and service hubs.
• Perform other related duties as assigned to support business and category goals.

Work in a top tier company in the industryBe in a position to drive growth, change management & continuous improvement

• Minimum 5 years in strategic procurement or commodity management, preferably within professional services (HR, Finance, Legal, IT, Engineering, Consulting, or Contractor Services).
• Proven experience managing global spend exceeding USD 30 million, ensuring cost optimization and supplier performance.
• Strong background in developing and executing category and commodity strategies, supplier relationship management, and contract negotiation.
• Sound understanding of purchasing processes, electronic manufacturing environments, and Procure-to-Pay (P2P) operations including PO issuance and supplier coordination.
• Analytical Capability: Skilled in spend analysis and identifying cost-saving opportunities through data-driven insights.
• Proficient in SAP or Ariba, with strong command of Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Demonstrated ability to lead, train, and mentor a team of buyers; capable of managing multiple projects simultaneously.
• Proactive problem-solver with excellent planning, communication, and stakeholder management skills; able to respond decisively and professionally to dynamic business needs.
• Experience in high-growth electronics manufacturing environments is a plus.

A prominent Electronic Manufacturing Services provider is seeking an experienced Indirect Commodity Manager to join their team in the Northern Region. With a goal to become the market leader, the company has consistently innovated and grown. As part of their expansion, they are looking for a skilled Indirect Commodity Manager to strengthen their team.

• Attractive salary package with great perks and benefits.
• Well-established organisation with great career progression.
• Opportunity to make an organisational impact with people initiatives

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