Packaging Category Manager - Malaysia/China (Onsite)

Insulet Corporation

Kuala Lumpur

On-site

MYR 150,000 - 210,000

Full time

3 days ago
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Job summary

Insulet Corporation is seeking a Category Manager – Packaging to lead packaging category strategy for Malaysia and China manufacturing sites. You will coordinate with Engineering, Operations, Quality, and Finance to ensure cost-effective, compliant packaging supply.

The role requires 5–8 years in procurement or related fields, with experience in regulated manufacturing and strong negotiation and analytical skills.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, Operations, or related field.
  • 5–8 years of procurement, supply management, engineering or operations experience.
  • Experience with suppliers in regulated manufacturing environments (medical devices preferred).
  • Knowledge of packaging materials, components, and supplier processes.

Responsibilities

  • Own and execute packaging category strategies for Malaysia and China 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, and supplier qualifications.
  • Drive cost reduction, should-cost analysis, and productivity programs.
  • Manage supplier risk, quality systems, regulatory compliance, and ESG standards.
  • Track and report metrics on cost, quality, delivery, and risk.
  • Support CAPEX and OPEX planning with Finance.

Skills

Cross-functional influence
Communication skills
Six Sigma
Contract negotiation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, Operations, or related field

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Job description

Insulet Corporation is seeking a Category Manager – Packaging to lead packaging category strategy for Malaysia and China manufacturing sites. You will coordinate with Engineering, Operations, Quality, and Finance to ensure cost-effective, compliant packaging supply.

The role requires 5–8 years in procurement or related fields, with experience in regulated manufacturing and strong negotiation and analytical skills.

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