Regional Supply Chain Director (Semiconductor/ Materials)

Talent Trader Group Pte Ltd; Johor Bahru; On-site; MYR 250,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking a Regional Supply Chain Director to spearhead materials management and inventory strategies across Malaysia and Singapore. The ideal candidate must have a Bachelor’s Degree in a related field and at least 10 years of experience in Supply Chain/Materials Management, with a preference for those with a background in Contract Manufacturing. This role includes strategic sourcing responsibilities and team leadership in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years in Supply Chain/Materials Management.
• At least 5 years in a senior leadership role managing multi-site operations.
• Expert knowledge in ERP/MRP systems required.

Responsibilities

• Spearhead Materials Management, Purchasing, and Inventory strategies.
• Architect sourcing frameworks to optimize costs.
• Champion Lean initiatives to enhance supply chain agility.

Skills

Strategic sourcing

Negotiation skills

Communication skills

Lean Six Sigma

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, or Business

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Job description

Regional Supply Chain Director (Semiconductor/ Materials)

Regional Leadership: Spearhead the end-to-end Materials Management, Purchasing, and Inventory strategies across manufacturing sites in Malaysia and Singapore.

Strategic Sourcing: Architect global and local sourcing frameworks to optimize Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) and mitigate supply chain risks.

Inventory Optimization: Orchestrate demand planning and MRP execution to balance material availability with working capital targets (Inventory Turns).

Operational Excellence: Champion Lean initiatives and continuous improvement projects to enhance supply chain agility and reduce lead times.

Stakeholder Partnership: Collaborate with Operations, Finance, and Engineering heads to align material readiness with production schedules and P&L goals.

Team Development: Build and mentor a high-performing regional team, fostering a culture of accountability and regulatory compliance.

Job Requirements

Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, or Business (MBA is an added advantage).

Experience: Minimum 10 years in Supply Chain/Materials Management, with a mandatory background in Contract Manufacturing (CM/EMS).

Leadership: At least 5 years of proven track record in a senior leadership role, preferably managing multi-site or regional operations.

Technical Proficiency: Expert knowledge of ERP/MRP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) and Lean/Six Sigma methodologies.

Strategic Skills: Strong capability in high-level negotiation, supplier consolidation, and cost reduction strategies.

Soft Skills: Exceptional communication skills with the ability to influence stakeholders across different borders and cultures.

Your application will include the following questions:

• Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Malaysia?
• What's your expected monthly basic salary?
• Which of the following types of qualifications do you have?
• How many years' experience do you have as a Supply Chain Director?
• Do you have experience working within a lean agile team?
• Do you have experience completing material resource planning (MRP)?