Regional Logistics Sourcing Leader

Omya; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Omya is seeking a Regional Sourcing Lead to adapt global category strategies for the Asia-Pacific region, coordinate with Procurement Heads and Specialists, and ensure alignment with global standards.

You will drive supplier performance, plan regional events, manage data and contracts, and lead process improvements within Source-2-Contract. This role is based in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, offering impact across regional operations and collaboration with multiple functions.

Qualifications

• 4–6 years of experience in logistics sourcing management with rail logistics knowledge.
• 4–6 years in a process- or function-related operational role.
• First leadership or coordination experience (senior, SME, or deputy team lead).
• Solid understanding of sourcing methodologies, systems and procurement workflows.
• Ability to handle confidential commercial and supplier data securely.
• High accuracy in reviewing bid comparisons, supplier documentation, and contract drafts.

Responsibilities

• Adapt and localize global category strategies to regional needs and ensure operational relevance.
• Define and implement the regional category strategy, aligning with global direction and regional priorities.
• Ensure adherence to global sourcing standards and the defined category strategy within the regional context.
• Coordinate category implementation with Heads of Procurement and Specialists for seamless regional adoption.
• Focus on regional sourcing excellence, supplier selection, and alignment with local business needs.
• Plan and execute regional sourcing events, ensuring competitive outcomes and alignment with regional objectives.
• Monitor regional supplier performance, identifying risks and opportunities for improvement.
• Oversee the accuracy of supplier master data, sourcing documentation, bid evaluations, and contract drafts.
• Coordinate daily Source-2-Contract tasks, ensuring timely and accurate execution according to service levels.
• Resolve first-level escalations related to supplier responsiveness, bid inconsistencies, contract errors, or compliance issues.
• Act as the first point of escalation for operational issues and exceptions, ensuring timely resolution.
• Ensure timely execution of sourcing and contracting activities according to service levels.
• Drive continuous improvement and standardization of sourcing workflows within the team.
• Work closely with the process management team to improve underlying processes.
• Support the implementation of new or updated work instructions, tools, and systems along the process.
• Collect improvement ideas from the team and contribute to the operational backlog.
• Monitor team performance and support training on sourcing systems and procurement procedures.
• Lead and develop the team within the Source-2-Contract operational line.
• Monitor workload and support capacity planning; identify skill gaps and training needs; onboarding and knowledge transfer.
• Actively contribute to and foster Omya’s culture and values among team members.
• Align and coordinate regional category implementation with Heads of Procurement and Specialists to ensure consistent execution at cluster level.
• Engage with other Team Leads within Source-2-Contract and adjacent processes to ensure coordinated service delivery.

Skills

Sourcing strategy

Stakeholder alignment

Supplier management

Process coordination

Cross-functional collaboration

Procurement knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Business/Procurement/Supply Chain/Engineering/Economics

Relevant vocational education with significant experience may be considered

Job description

Omya is seeking a Regional Sourcing Lead to adapt global category strategies for the Asia-Pacific region, coordinate with Procurement Heads and Specialists, and ensure alignment with global standards.

You will drive supplier performance, plan regional events, manage data and contracts, and lead process improvements within Source-2-Contract. This role is based in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, offering impact across regional operations and collaboration with multiple functions.