Senior Sourcing Manager

Plexus; Penang; On-site; MYR 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global sourcing company is seeking an experienced professional to lead and manage Global Sourcing Operations in Penang, Malaysia. The ideal candidate will oversee cost improvements, ensure supplier performance, and drive the development of team members through effective coaching. Expertise in procurement, supply chain management, and commodity management is crucial. This role emphasizes achieving operational excellence while adhering to core company values.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of supply chain management and logistics.
• Proficient in data analysis and making informed decisions.
• Proven experience in managing sourcing operations.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Global Sourcing Operations execution and metrics management.
• Ensure supplier performance and customer satisfaction.
• Oversee RFQ preparation and cost reduction strategies.

Skills

Procurement competence

Commodity management expertise

Data analysis capabilities

Job description

Lead and manage the execution of Global Sourcing Operations with the standards work, metrics management, continuous improvements, and talent management.

Deliver site material escalations support that result in internal and external customer satisfaction, improved supplier performance, while supporting Sourcing Operations team members.

Direct and oversee RFQ preparation and execution to support cost reductions while ensuring the delivery of Global Commodity Management strategies, i.e., lead-time, cost, quality, inventory mitigation, and supplier strategy.

Direct and oversee cost improvements measured through the quote processes and agreements oversight.

Champion, measure and improve Sourcing Operations KPIs. Ensure clean data management to safeguard the operational metrics, management and drive improvement as required.

Responsible to exemplify and hold their team accountable to demonstrating the Plexus Core Values. Leader will focus on evaluating potential, driving succession planning, and ensuring their employees receive the development and coaching required to realize their full potential.

Qualifications

• Procurement, supply chain, distribution, and logistics competence
• Demonstrated commodity management expertise
• Strong data analysis and decision making capabilities