Senior Executive, Technical Procurement (Automotive Components)

PROTON; Selangor; On-site; MYR 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

PROTON is seeking a Senior Executive, Technical Procurement to manage direct materials for automotive components and drive cost optimization. You will lead strategic sourcing, supplier negotiations, and cross-functional collaboration with engineering, production, and finance teams.

The role emphasizes cost reduction, supplier performance, and procurement process excellence, with a strong background in automotive procurement preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or equivalent with at least 3 years of relevant experience.
• Experience in cost reduction activities and strong negotiation skills.
• Good knowledge of manufacturing, engineering materials, and products is an added advantage.
• Strong coordination and communication skills to work with cross-functional teams and external suppliers.

Responsibilities

• Strategic procurement & cost savings: identify and implement cost-saving initiatives through supplier negotiation and strategic sourcing.
• Procurement operations: manage purchase requisitions, RFQs, and ensure on-time delivery to support production schedules.
• Technical & market insights: stay updated on market trends and supplier performance, collaborate with engineering teams.

Skills

Negotiation

Cost reduction

Cross-functional coordination

Procurement

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or equivalent

Tools

MS Excel

MS PowerPoint

Job description

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Senior Executive, Technical Procurement (Automotive Components)

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented individual to join ourTechnical Procurementteam, with a focus on direct materials for automotive components. This role primarily focuses on ensuring cost savings, managing the procurement of automotive parts, and being responsible for sourcing, negotiating, supplier performance, and operational efficiency. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in procurement within the automotive industry and a keen focus on cost optimization strategies.

Job Responsibilities

1. Strategic Procurement & Cost Savings

Identify and implement cost-saving initiatives through effective supplier negotiation and strategic sourcing.

Conduct market analysis to ensure competitive pricing and favorable procurement conditions.

Work closely with cross-functional teams (engineering, production, finance) to identify cost reduction opportunities.

2. Procurement Operations

Manage purchase requisitions, RFQs, and procurement processes in compliance with company policies.

Ensure on-time delivery of direct materials to support production schedules.

Monitor and resolve supply chain issues to prevent production disruptions.

3. Technical & Market Insights

Stay updated on market trends, raw material price fluctuations, and industry developments.

Collaborate with engineering teams to understand technical specifications and sourcing requirements.

Assess new suppliers and alternative materials to enhance supply chain resilience.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or equivalent with at least 3 years of relevant working experience (preferably in automotive industries, manufacturing, or business process improvement).
• Experienced in cost reduction activities and strong negotiation skills.
• Good knowledge of manufacturing, engineering materials, and products is an added advantage.
• Strong coordination and communication skills to work effectively with cross-functional teams and external suppliers.
• Strong problem-solving ability and attention to detail.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills.
• Possess a positive attitude.
• Good at Microsoft Office, especially in MS PowerPoint and MS Excel.