Senior Global Sourcing Strategist (Electrical & EMS)

Watlow; Kulim; On-site; MYR 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Watlow Malaysia, Kulim Hi-Tech Park, is seeking a Sr/Sourcing Specialist to lead global supplier activities, including RFI/Q/P, negotiation and supplier qualification. The role reports to the Sourcing Manager and supports Asia with a 30% travel requirement.

You will collaborate with Quality, VAVE, Logistics and Compliance to drive localization, LTAs and efficient procurement of Electrical, Mechanical and Electro-mechanical components.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in a relevant field.
• Minimum 5 years in Global Sourcing & Buyer roles.
• Strong negotiation and communication skills.
• Experience collaborating with cross-functional stakeholders.
• Understanding of supply chain, inventory, import/export, logistics.

Responsibilities

• Conducts RFI/Q/P locally and globally.
• Negotiates prices and terms with suppliers to meet quality, delivery and cost targets.
• Drives parts and process qualification with Quality and VAVE teams.
• Prepares comparative statements and cost analyses.
• Manages supplier onboarding and Quarterly Business Reviews (QBRs).
• Supports part qualification and localizations; signs LTAs with Sourcing Manager support.
• Assists logistics, program managers and compliance to obtain supplier documents.

Skills

Global sourcing

Negotiation

Vendor mgmt

Capex procurement

IT procurement

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or Operations Management

Tools

ERP system

Microsoft Office

Oracle

Job description

Watlow Malaysia, Kulim Hi-Tech Park, is seeking a Sr/Sourcing Specialist to lead global supplier activities, including RFI/Q/P, negotiation and supplier qualification. The role reports to the Sourcing Manager and supports Asia with a 30% travel requirement.

You will collaborate with Quality, VAVE, Logistics and Compliance to drive localization, LTAs and efficient procurement of Electrical, Mechanical and Electro-mechanical components.