Regional Supply Chain Excellence Manager

Jebsen & Jessen Technology Turf & Irrigation; Selangor; On-site; MYR 180,000 - 320,000; Full time

Job summary

Jebsen & Jessen Technology Turf & Irrigation in Malaysia seeks a Senior Leader to drive regional supply chain transformation, optimization, and governance across multiple countries. You will lead initiatives to enhance efficiency, inventory turns, and service levels while leveraging SAP and digital tools.

The role requires a track record of managing complex regional operations, strong leadership, and the ability to collaborate with country managers to deliver measurable improvements within 24

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in supply chain or related field.
• 7–10 years of progressive experience in Supply Chain, Procurement, Logistics, Warehouse Management, or Operations.
• Experience leading regional or multi-country supply chain transformations.
• Strong knowledge of SAP and supply chain technologies.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute the Regional Supply Chain Transformation roadmap aligned with business objectives.
• Identify and implement initiatives to improve operational efficiency, inventory performance, customer service, and profitability.
• Lead regional procurement and sourcing to achieve cost savings and supplier consolidation.
• Oversee logistics and warehousing to ensure cost-effective, reliable service.
• Drive digital transformation and maximize SAP utilization for reporting and automation.
• Develop supply chain performance dashboards and governance frameworks.
• Build transformation capabilities through training, coaching and knowledge sharing.
• Ensure compliance with policies, regulatory requirements, and audit standards.
• Build a high-performing regional supply chain team.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Leadership

Stakeholder collaboration

Data-driven decision making

Education

Bachelor's degree in supply chain management / related field

Tools

SAP

Supply chain software

Job description

• Develop and execute the Regional Supply Chain Transformation roadmap aligned with business objectives.
• Continuously Identify and implement strategic initiatives that improve operational efficiency, inventory performance, customer service, and profitability.

2.Inventory Planning & Working Capital Optimization

• Develop inventory strategies that balance service levels and operational requirements.
• Collaborate with Regional Business Managers and Country Managers to optimize stock holdings and improve inventory turnover.
• Monitor inventory movements and implement actions to reduce aged stock, stock provisions and inventory rationalization initiatives across the region.
• Lead initiatives focused on improving working capital efficiency.

3. Procurement & Strategic Sourcing

• Lead regional procurement and sourcing activities to achieve cost savings, quality, service objectives and supplier consolidation.
• Manage supplier sourcing, tendering, evaluation, contract negotiation, and supplier relationship management.
• Foster collaboration across countries to maximise regional purchasing leverage.

4. Logistics & Warehouse Excellence

• Oversee regional logistics and warehousing operations to ensure cost-effective and reliable service delivery.
• Implement logistics transformation initiatives aimed at improving transportation efficiency and reducing landed cost.

5. Digital Supply Chain & Systems Enablement

• Drive digital transformation within the supply chain function that improve productivity and visibility.
• Promote and maximize SAP utilization, identify opportunities to improve process automation and reporting.

6. Performance Analytics & Business Insights

• Develop and maintain supply chain performance dashboards and reporting frameworks.
• Establish robust supply chain governance and control frameworks.
• Ensure compliance with corporate policies, regulatory requirements, and audit standards.

8. Leadership & Capability Development

• Build transformation capabilities within the organization through training, coaching, and knowledge sharing.
• Drive employee engagement and foster a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.

9. Key Strategic Priorities (Next 24 Months)

• Optimise inventory holdings and stock provisions while maintaining required service levels.
• Increase automation, leverage digital tools to improve productivity and analytics reporting.
• Build a capable, collaborative, and high-performing regional supply chain team.

Job Specifications

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, Business Administration, Operations Management, Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Minimum 7–10 years of progressive experience in Supply Chain, Procurement, Logistics, Warehouse Management, or Operations.
• Proven experience leading supply chain transformation and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Experience managing regional or multi-country operations.
• Strong knowledge of SAP and supply chain technologies.
• Familiarity with hazardous substances management and regulatory requirements is advantageous.