Packaging Category Manager, Global Procurement (Asia)

Insulet Corporation; Malaysia; On-site; MYR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Insulet Corporation seeks a Category Manager – Packaging to lead packaging category strategy for Malaysia and China manufacturing sites. You will drive supplier sourcing, negotiations, and performance while coordinating with Engineering, Operations, Quality, and Finance to ensure compliant and cost-effective packaging supply.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree and 5–8 years in procurement or related fields, with experience in regulated manufacturing or medical devices preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, Operations, or related field.
• Ideally 5–8 years of procurement, supply chain, or operations experience.
• Experience with regulated manufacturing environments (medical device or similar preferred).

Responsibilities

• Own and execute packaging category strategies for Malaysia and China manufacturing sites.
• Lead supplier sourcing, negotiations, contracting, and performance management.
• Act as primary procurement contact for regional packaging suppliers and manage escalations.
• Support new product introductions, packaging changes, supplier qualifications, and capacity expansions.
• Drive cost reduction initiatives, should-cost analyses, and productivity programs.
• Manage supplier risk through assessments, continuity planning, and mitigation actions.
• Ensure supplier compliance with quality systems, regulatory requirements, and ESG standards.
• Track and report key category metrics related to cost, quality, delivery, and risk.
• Support CAPEX and OPEX planning in partnership with Finance.
• Participate in root cause analysis and corrective actions for supplier issues.

Skills

Negotiation

Analytical skills

Financial acumen

Cross-functional influence

Strong communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in relevant field

Tools

SAP

Power BI

Job description

Insulet Corporation seeks a Category Manager – Packaging to lead packaging category strategy for Malaysia and China manufacturing sites. You will drive supplier sourcing, negotiations, and performance while coordinating with Engineering, Operations, Quality, and Finance to ensure compliant and cost-effective packaging supply.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree and 5–8 years in procurement or related fields, with experience in regulated manufacturing or medical devices preferred.