Project Sourcing Manager (site-based Rayong)

Novonesis; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Job summary

Novonesis is seeking a Project Sourcing Manager to lead procurement across multiple projects and programs in a regulated industrial setting. You will coordinate with engineering, project, and operations teams to source critical equipment, services, and materials globally while ensuring compliance.

The role blends strategic planning with hands-on execution, requiring experience in food/pharma sectors, strong supplier management, and proficiency in Incoterms and trade compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in a related field.
• Minimum 5 years of procurement experience, including project-based or industrial procurement.
• Strong experience in food, pharmaceutical, biotech, or other process industries.
• Proven hands-on experience with international sourcing and import/export operations.

Responsibilities

• Planning and executing procurement strategies for key equipment, materials, engineering services, and contractors across the project portfolio.
• Developing and implementing procurement plans that support program priorities, schedules, and risk profiles.
• Consolidating requirements across projects to drive standardization, volume leverage, and delivery reliability.
• Identifying, pre-qualifying, and managing domestic and international suppliers for process equipment, utilities, cleanroom systems, construction services, and technical consulting.
• Leading RFQ/RFP processes, commercial evaluations, negotiations, and contract preparation in line with company policies.
• Monitoring supplier performance on quality, delivery, service, and compliance, and driving corrective actions when required.
• Managing procurement involving imported equipment and materials, including coordination of Incoterms, logistics, customs clearance, duties, and documentation.
• Ensuring all import/export activities comply with local laws, international trade regulations, and applicable licenses or permits.
• Tracking procurement budgets, commitments, and delivery schedules across the program.
• Identifying cost-saving opportunities through consolidation, negotiation, alternative sourcing, or optimized logistics solutions.
• Anticipating procurement risks and proposing mitigation measures to project and program stakeholders.

Skills

Procurement management

RFQ/RFP processes

Negotiations

Supplier management

Incoterms

Trade compliance

Engineering procurement

Cost analysis

Excel

SAP

Education

Bachelor’s degree or higher in Supply Chain Management, International Trade, Business, Engineering, or related field

Tools

SAP

e-procurement systems

Job description

Interested in a career that matters?

In this role, you will sit at the center of a multi‑project capital program, shaping procurement strategies that balance cost, quality, risk, and schedule. Working closely with engineering, project, and operations teams, you will ensure that critical equipment, services, and materials are sourced reliably and compliantly—both locally and internationally—supporting Novonesis’ long‑term growth and purpose.

The Role & Your Impact

As Project Sourcing Manager you will lead procurement activities across an entire project program as well as individual projects. This is a strategic and hands‑on role, combining program‑level coordination with detailed execution in a regulated industrial environment.

Your key responsibilities include:

• Planning and executing procurement strategies for key equipment, materials, engineering services, and contractors across the project portfolio
• Developing and implementing procurement plans that support program priorities, schedules, and risk profiles
• Consolidating requirements across projects to drive standardization, volume leverage, and delivery reliability
• Identifying, pre‑qualifying, and managing domestic and international suppliers for process equipment, utilities, cleanroom systems, construction services, and technical consulting
• Leading RFQ/RFP processes, commercial evaluations, negotiations, and contract preparation in line with company policies
• Monitoring supplier performance on quality, delivery, service, and compliance, and driving corrective actions when required
• Managing procurement involving imported equipment and materials, including coordination of Incoterms, logistics, customs clearance, duties, and documentation
• Ensuring all import/export activities comply with local laws, international trade regulations, and applicable licenses or permits
• Tracking procurement budgets, commitments, and delivery schedules across the program
• Identifying cost‑saving opportunities through consolidation, negotiation, alternative sourcing, or optimized logistics solutions
• Anticipating procurement risks (lead times, logistics disruptions, regulatory changes) and proposing mitigation measures to project and program stakeholders

Education & Experience

What You’ll Need to Be Successful

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Supply Chain Management, International Trade, Business, Engineering, or a related field
• Minimum 5 years of procurement experience, including project‑based or industrial procurement
• Strong experience in food, pharmaceutical, biotech, or other process industries
• Proven hands‑on experience with international sourcing and import/export operations

Technical & Professional Skills

• Strong understanding of procurement and contract management, including RFQ/RFP processes, negotiations, contract terms, and supplier management
• Good working knowledge of Incoterms, customs procedures, shipping documentation, and basic trade compliance
• Familiarity with technical or engineering procurement (process equipment, utilities, cleanroom systems, construction and installation services)
• Solid commercial and analytical skills with focus on cost, quality, delivery, and risk
• Proficiency in Excel and standard office tools; experience with SAP or e‑procurement systems is an advantage
• English proficiency suitable for business communication, contracts, and technical or commercial documentation

Additional Skills & Interests We Value

• Experience working in multi‑project or program‑based capital environments
• Exposure to regulated manufacturing projects with strong quality and compliance requirements
• Experience collaborating with cross‑functional teams across engineering, project management, and operations
• Additional language skills relevant to supplier or project locations

What We Offer

At Novonesis, you will be part of a collaborative, international organization where procurement plays a critical role in delivering sustainable, high‑quality solutions. We offer the opportunity to influence sourcing strategies at program level, work with global suppliers, and develop your expertise within complex food and pharmaceutical projects.

Our purpose guides the way

In Novonesis, we know that solutions rooted in biology can help solve humanity’s biggest challenges. Since we began more than a century ago, this has been our guide. It’s how we've gotten so far. And it’s how we'll impact the future. Now, more than ever, the world needs change. And with biosolutions, the possibilities for transformation are endless.

Opportunities for everyone

We are committed to an inclusive recruitment process and equal opportunity for all applicants.

We make all employment decisions based on business needs and welcome candidates with a wide range of backgrounds, including ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, or veteran status.