Program Manager - Sourcing

Brooks Automation Malaysia SDN. BHD.; Johor; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Brooks Automation Malaysia SDN. BHD. in Pasir Gudang is seeking an experienced Program Manager – Sourcing to oversee commodity sourcing for their new site. This role entails driving sourcing strategies and managing supplier relationships to ensure supply continuity and cost optimization.

The ideal candidate will have 7–12 years of procurement experience, excellent negotiation and analytical skills, and a Bachelor's degree in a related field.

Qualifications

• 7–12 years of procurement or sourcing experience, with at least 3 years in NPI or Program management.
• Experience managing global suppliers and commodity categories.
• Lean Six-Sigma training and/or certification highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead commodity sourcing for the new site in Pasir Gudang, Johor.
• Drive sourcing strategies, supply continuity, and cost optimization.
• Manage flow of materials to meet project requirements.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Engineering

Master’s or professional certification (CPM, CPSM, APICS)

Tools

MS Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Project

Job description

Program Manager – Sourcing

About the Role: Brooks is seeking an experienced Program Manager – Sourcing to lead commodity sourcing for the new site in PasirGudang, Johor. The role supports the Strategic & Sourcing Commodity Manager in driving source strategies, supply continuity, cost optimization, and supplier relationships.

Key Responsibilities

• Localize and manage new product material costs, reporting cost drivers and changes.
• Partner with Engineering, Commodity Managers, and Suppliers to develop an optimal materials plan aligned with supply base optimization and the lowest total acquisition cost.
• Coordinate with NPI/Project transfer team to align localization rationalization with production ramp & revenue plan, ensuring accurate ERP releases and Agility (BOM) planning.
• Manage flow of materials to meet project requirements and ensure supplier capacity and capability.
• Drive NPI deliverables, manage supplier relationships and performance, identify and mitigate long‑term supply chain risks.
• Resolve supplier‑related quality, delivery, or compliance issues.
• Lead contract negotiations – pricing, terms, conditions, service levels, long‑term supply agreements – and update master supply agreements and commodity contracts.
• Collaborate with functional leaders to track & coordinate supply chain program deliverables, highlight risks, and provide program status reports.
• Support demand forecasting, inventory planning, risk mitigation with Planning teams, make‑vs‑buy analysis, and supplier transitions.
• Provide technical support for design for manufacturability, assembly, test, reviewing engineering changes and assessing materials/supply chain impact.
• Engage in process improvements to enhance product development and supply chain efficiency.
• Travel to supplier sites as required.

Qualifications & Competencies

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Engineering or related field; Master’s or professional certification (CPM, CPSM, APICS) is an advantage.
• 7–12 years of procurement, category/commodity management or sourcing experience; at least 3years in NPI or Program management.
• Experience managing global suppliers and commodity categories (electronics, metals, plastics, mechanicals, chemicals, etc.) and reading technical documents.
• Understanding of GD&T and mechanical industry workmanship standards.
• Proven track record in cost savings, supplier negotiations, and sourcing strategy development.
• Lean Six‑Sigma training and/or certification highly desirable.
• Experience with international purchasing and sourcing, preferred with Southeast Asia base.
• Strong negotiation, analytical and communication skills; customer‑focused, results‑oriented, self‑motivated; project management knowledge (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project).
• Knowledge of semiconductor equipment manufacturing is highly desirable.

Work Location & Flexibility

Onsite, PasirGudang – Johor Bahru. Travel to supplier sites may be required.

EEO Statement

Brooks is an equal‑opportunity employer that welcomes all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic.