Senior Engineer Strategic Procurement Asia Pacific

Emerson Electric; Negeri Sembilan; On-site; MYR 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Negeri Sembilan is seeking a Senior Engineer, Strategic Procurement, to enhance supplier networks across Asia Pacific. You will manage sourcing processes, negotiate agreements, and align procurement strategies with global objectives. Ideal candidates will have experience in supplier evaluation and risk assessment, with proficiency in Mandarin considered an advantage. This role offers an opportunity to drive cost savings and collaborative efforts across internal teams and global partners.

Qualifications

• Experience in supplier onboarding and sourcing in Asia.
• Ability to negotiate supplier agreements successfully.
• Proficiency in risk assessment techniques.

Responsibilities

• Drive business success through alignment with division goals.
• Manage end-to-end sourcing processes from quotes to supplier selection.
• Collaborate with internal teams to maintain efficient inventory levels.

Skills

Supplier evaluation

Cost negotiation

Risk assessment

Team collaboration

Fluency in Mandarin

Tools

eSourcing

RFQs

Job description

Senior Engineer Strategic Procurement Asia Pacific

In this role, your responsibilities will be:

Align your work with division policies, goals, and strategic priorities to drive business success.

Identify, evaluate, and onboard new suppliers across Asia to build a reliable, high-performing supplier network.

Lead sourcing plans to ensure timely and efficient delivery of direct materials for Nilai, Asia Pacific, and global sites.

Drive cost savings by exploring alternative sourcing options, product design improvements, and market benchmarking.

Monitor supplier performance to uphold quality standards and promote continuous improvement.

Qualify suppliers to support smooth product line transfers and successful new product launches.

Manage the end-to-end sourcing process—from preparing quotes and evaluating offers to negotiating terms and selecting suppliers.

Collaborate with Production and Materials Management teams to maintain efficient inventory levels and ensure smooth material flow.

Partner with R&D and Product Engineering to align sourcing efforts with new product development and transfers.

Work closely with ACT Asia Pacific manufacturing sites to consolidate pricing and maximize regional sourcing benefits.

Develop and execute sourcing strategies aligned with global procurement goals and leverage regional cost advantages.

Build strong, collaborative relationships with internal teams and global partners to achieve shared objectives.

Use company-approved tools and systems (e.g., RFQs, eSourcing) to execute sourcing activities efficiently.

Negotiate supplier agreements in compliance with corporate legal standards and category-specific guidelines.

Support supplier audits and quality assurance efforts alongside Nilai Operations.

Actively contribute to ISO certification processes and maintain compliance with industry standards.

Maintain accurate, up-to-date records, including tooling status, approved supplier lists, and project timelines.

Assist in preparing and managing annual CapEx and OpEx budgets, supervising expenditures against plans.

Measure supplier performance using key metrics—including cost savings, delivery reliability, service quality, and payment terms—and drive improvements.

Apply risk assessment techniques to ensure supplier continuity and proactively minimize supply chain disruptions.

Execute annual sourcing plans aligned with broader business goals to foster continuous growth.

Take on additional responsibilities as needed to support team success and evolving company priorities.

*Proficiency in Mandarin will be an added advantage as the role requires frequent liaison with our counterparts in China