Procurement Manager

SC Johnson; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

SC Johnson seeks an APAC Contract Manufacturing Leader to drive strategic procurement in Kuala Lumpur. The role involves optimizing supplier relationships, execution of supply strategies, and ensuring compliance with business goals. Applicants should possess extensive experience in procurement and a strong educational background in engineering or business.

Benefits

Ongoing training and development

Family-oriented culture

Sustainability initiatives

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years of experience in Procurement or Supply Chain.
• At least 3 years in a procurement-focused role.
• Strong experience managing contractual relationships.

Responsibilities

• Lead APAC EM Performance Delivery focusing on key metrics.
• Manage supplier relationships and perform advanced negotiations.
• Collaborate on mid-to-long-term strategies for supply chain optimization.

Skills

Communication

Problem-solving

Negotiation

Project management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, or Business

Job description

SC JOHNSON IS A FIFTH-GENERATION FAMILY COMPANY BUILT ON THE SPIRIT OF OUR PEOPLE. We have been leading with purpose for over 130 years, building iconic brands that win the hearts and minds of consumers – such as Raid, Glade, Ziploc and more, in virtually every country around the world. Together, we are creating a better future – for the planet, for future generations and for every SCJ team member. Join our winning team of Wave Makers and Go Getters and help us write the next chapter in the SCJ story.

The role provides leadership and strategic and commercial direction for the APAC Contract Manufacturing organization. Define and deploy strategies across multiple technologies that optimizes the EM network to ensure supply reliability, quality, and cost improvement programs, while enabling EM-based innovation to deliver top and bottom-line cost improvement. Establish strong supplier relationships, effectively manage the category supply base, perform advanced and intricate negotiations, and oversee supplier selection, onboarding and offboarding of key suppliers.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Lead APAC EM Performance Delivery: Drive achievement of key metrics including cost, cash flow, supplier base optimization, compliance, quality, customer service, delivered profit, and sales growth.
• Strategic Network & Technology Planning: Collaborate with regional supply chain leaders to shape and implement mid-to-long-term strategies that enhance performance, reduce complexity, and improve cost efficiency.
• EM Network Optimization: Design and execute plans for third-party manufacturing (EM) network optimization, including selection, onboarding, and offboarding of partners.
• Go-to-Market Leadership: Manage RFI/RFP processes with a focus on total cost of ownership, technical capabilities, and operational excellence.
• Strategic Supplier Management: Own commercial relationships with EMs, fostering strategic partnerships and ensuring alignment with business goals.
• Contract & Pricing Strategy: Lead contract development, negotiations, and pricing strategies to secure favorable terms and long-term value.
• Issue Resolution & Governance: Act as the escalation point for supply issues, establishing governance frameworks to monitor performance and resolve challenges.
• Compliance & Process Adherence: Ensure alignment with global procurement policies and drive compliance across all EM activities.
• Cost Optimization Initiatives: Support cross-functional value engineering and teardown programs to enhance product cost structures.
• Sourcing Strategy & Resiliency Planning: Partner with supply chain strategy teams to define sourcing models and build resilient supply networks.
• Global Representation: Represent Contract Manufacturing in global procurement and regional supply chain forums; contribute as a member of the Global Contract Manufacturing Leadership Team.
• Innovation Enablement: Collaborate with R&D and marketing teams to drive innovation through EM capabilities.

Required Skills / Experience / Competencies:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, Business, or a related field.
• Minimum 7 years of progressive experience in Procurement, Manufacturing, or Planning, including at least 3 years in a procurement-focused role.
• Demonstrated success in cross-functional environments with measurable results.
• Strong experience managing contractual relationships with external manufacturers.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence senior stakeholders.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Solid business acumen and understanding of financial principles.
• Strong problem-solving skills with a proactive approach to risk management and contingency planning.
• Continuous improvement mindset with a focus on operational excellence and capability development.
• Travel maximun (25%).

Benefits & Culture:

SC Johnson is committed to providing a Great Place to Work for all its employees. Along with a competitive base salary, here are just some of the benefits you receive when joining the SC Johnson Family -

• Ongoing training and development
• Employee Committee that put on regular events, lunches, parties, fun days
• Family-owned company, with a family feel
• Be a member of a company championing a better world through sustainability and environmental protection measures

SC Johnson Asia has been recognized as the Best Multinational Workplace by Great Place to Work !

Inclusion & Diversity

We’re a global business, with people from every culture, ethnicity, race, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, age and ability. We recognize the breadth of human experience, and we work to celebrate it. It is our goal to build a diverse, inclusive and supportive work environment where all people can thrive.

We’re committed to ongoing efforts that help us attract, hire, and retain diverse talent who want to build a positive, inclusive environment. Read more about our ongoing initiatives at https://jobs.scjohnson.com/inclusion .

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