SENIOR MANAGER, PROCUREMENT AND LOGISTIC

PCA Group Sdn. Bhd.; Negeri Sembilan; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global manufacturing company in Negeri Sembilan is seeking a Senior Manager for Procurement and Logistics. This role focuses on strategic sourcing and cost optimization. The ideal candidate has a degree in a relevant field, at least 10 years of experience in procurement, and proficiency in Microsoft Office. Strong negotiation and interpersonal skills are essential, along with effective communication in English and Bahasa Malaysia. Willingness to travel is required.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of relevant working experience in procurement or supply chain management.
• Proven ability to manage centralized procurement models.
• Able to communicate effectively in English and Bahasa Malaysia.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end procurement and logistics strategies for sustainable cost savings.
• Drive centralized procurement and logistics governance for transparency and efficiency.
• Identify and implement cost reduction initiatives through strategic negotiations.

Skills

Strategic sourcing

Supplier negotiation

Cost management

Project management

Interpersonal skills

Education

Degree in Business Studies, Economics, Engineering, or relevant Technical discipline

Tools

Microsoft Office (especially MS Excel)

Procurement or ERP systems

Job description

SENIOR MANAGER, PROCUREMENT AND LOGISTIC

Export to 105 countries around the world.

Global MNCs customers in Petrol Retail, Automotive, Quick Service Restaurants, Health & Beauty, and Telecommunication.

Single source solution provider of innovative, engineered manufacturing products and services in full compliance with engineering standards.

The Job

The role is responsible for leading and transforming PCA’s procurement and logistics function with a strong focus on strategic sourcing, cost optimization, and centralization of procurement and logistics under PCA with focus on:

1. Strategic sourcing and global supplier management
2. Cost leadership and procurement-driven margin improvement
3. Centralized procurement and logistics governance to enhance visibility, control, and operational efficiency

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end procurement and logistics strategies across PCA to achieve sustainable cost savings, supply assurance, and operational excellence
• Drive centralized procurement and logistics governance, ensuring transparency of spend, process standardization, and alignment across business units
• Identify, analyze, and implement cost reduction initiatives through strategic negotiations, value engineering, supplier consolidation, and sourcing optimization
• Develop and manage a reliable and competitive supplier base, including sourcing and onboarding of new suppliers
• Establish robust supplier risk management frameworks, including alternate sourcing strategies to ensure business continuity
• Partner closely with Operations, Finance, and Engineering teams to support business growth, margin improvement, and continuous improvement initiatives
• Monitor procurement and logistics KPIs, savings realization, and supplier performance to support management reporting and informed decision-making

The Candidate

• Degree in Business Studies, Economics, Engineering, or any relevant Technical discipline
• Minimum 10 years of relevant working experience in procurement, sourcing, or supply chain management, preferably in a manufacturing or multinational environment
• Strong experience in strategic sourcing, supplier negotiation, and cost management at regional or global level
• Proven ability to manage centralized procurement models and contribute to P&L optimization
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (especially MS Excel); experience with procurement or ERP systems is an advantage
• Strong interpersonal, negotiation, project management, and presentation skills
• Able to communicate effectively in English and Bahasa Malaysia; Mandarin speaking and writing is an added advantage due to communication with China suppliers
• Willing to travel and support overseas operations when required
• Applicants must be willing to work in Nilai 3