Materials Operations Lead for Engineering Projects

Hirehub Management Sdn. Bhd.; Klang City; On-site; MYR 78,000 - 112,000; Full time

Job summary

Hirehub Management Sdn. Bhd. in Klang is seeking a Materials Manager to lead the Materials Department, ensuring effective planning, procurement, control and utilization of materials for engineering projects.

You will oversee material planning aligned with schedules, manage receiving and quality control, and implement inventory strategies to secure stock accuracy, safety, and cost-efficiency while coordinating with internal teams and suppliers.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or Diploma in Engineering, Supply Chain, Materials Management, or related field.
• Minimum 5–8 years of experience in material management, preferably in engineering or project-based environments.
• Strong knowledge of material planning, inventory control, and quality management processes.
• Familiar with ERP systems (e.g. SAP, Oracle).
• Proven leadership and team management experience.
• Strong problem-solving, coordination, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee material planning in line with project schedules, demand forecasts, and site requirements.
• Manage material receiving, inspection, and quality control to ensure compliance with project specifications and standards.
• Establish and implement inventory management strategies, ensuring stock accuracy, safety, and proper storage.
• Lead documentation management for material certifications, inspection records, and submission to relevant stakeholders.
• Conduct regular site inspections to monitor material storage, usage, and compliance with safety and quality requirements.
• Develop and implement processes for scrap and surplus material handling to optimize cost and resource utilization.
• Coordinate closely with internal departments, subcontractors, and suppliers to ensure smooth material flow.
• Lead, supervise, and develop the materials team to achieve operational efficiency.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Coordination

Education

Bachelor's Degree or Diploma in Engineering, Supply Chain, Materials Management, or related field

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Job description

Hirehub Management Sdn. Bhd. in Klang is seeking a Materials Manager to lead the Materials Department, ensuring effective planning, procurement, control and utilization of materials for engineering projects.

You will oversee material planning aligned with schedules, manage receiving and quality control, and implement inventory strategies to secure stock accuracy, safety, and cost-efficiency while coordinating with internal teams and suppliers.