Materials Team Manager

Plexus Manufacturing Sdn Bhd; Penang; On-site; MYR 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company in Penang is seeking a Manager - Purchasing to lead the purchasing team. This role requires strong analytical and leadership skills to manage team performance and ensure adherence to purchasing policies. The ideal candidate will have a bachelor's degree, a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience, and proven supervisory skills. Perks include medical and dental benefits, gym access, and more.

Benefits

Medical

Miscellaneous allowance

Dental

Sports (e.g., Gym)

Parking

Event Center

Employee Privilege Program

Meal Sub

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of 5 years experience or a Master’s with at least 3 years in a related field.
• Previous supervisory experience required.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the purchasing team for optimal effectiveness.
• Ensure compliance with purchasing policies.
• Accountable for team performance in purchasing metrics.
• Drive best practice implementations within the region.
• Demonstrate and hold the team accountable to core values.

Skills

Strong analytical skills

Detail oriented

Self-starter

Strong written communication

Strong verbal communication

Interpersonal skills

Problem solving skills

Strong Google Workspace skills

Advanced knowledge of Excel

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Purpose Statement

The Manager - Purchasing is responsible for the effective leadership and management of the Purchasing team. This role will represent the Tactical Purchasing Organization in supplier and/or customer interactions, and drive operational improvement through the implementation of best practices.

Key Job Accountabilities

• Mentor and manage the purchasing team leads to ensure optimum effectiveness while acting as a role model and projecting a positive attitude. This includes monitoring workload distribution among team members and allocating tasks appropriately.
• Responsible for ensuring the purchasing of materials is in adherence to Plexus policy.
• Accountable for the teams performance in regards to purchasing execution metrics (Including but not limited to: OPH, Past Due, Unconfirmed)
• Lead the identification and implementation of best practice within region.
• Responsible to exemplify and hold their team accountable to demonstrating the Plexus Core Values. Leader will focus on evaluating potential, driving succession planning, and ensuring their employees receive the development and coaching required to realize their full potential.

Education/Experience Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of 5 years of experience in the related field, or a Master’s degree and at least 3 years of relevant experience. Requires previous supervisory experience.

Other Qualifications

• Strong analytical skills.
• Detail oriented.
• Self-starter with the ability to operate without constant direction.
• Ability to work in a dynamic environment across various functional business groups.
• Strong written and verbal communication, interpersonal and problem solving skills.
• Strong Google Workspace or MS Office skills with advanced knowledge of Excel.
• General office equipment and materials.

Application Questions

• Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Malaysia?
• Which of the following types of qualifications do you have?
• How many years' experience do you have as a Materials Manager?
• Which of the following Microsoft Office products are you experienced with?

Perks and Benefits

• Medical
• Miscellaneous allowance
• Dental
• Sports (e.g., Gym)
• Parking
• Event Center
• Employee Privilege Program
• Meal Sub