Senior Sourcing Specialist (IT)

Nexperia; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the technology sector is seeking an IT Procurement Specialist to support global spending efforts of $50-60M. The role demands robust negotiation skills, vendor management, and a strong grasp of procurement policies. Candidates should have substantial experience in IT procurement, ideally with advanced Excel capabilities and excellent communication skills in English.

Benefits

Competitive remuneration package with annual bonus

Career ladders for professional development

Annual paid leave

Good pension plan

Ongoing training and development

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years experience in IT procurement or sourcing.
• Experience in sourcing category in MNC, plus IT area experience.
• Proven project management experience with data-driven analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage total IT spend of $50-60M on a global level.
• Negotiate payment terms, contracts, and manage vendor performance.
• Measure supplier performance and provide constructive feedback.

Skills

Excel

Interpersonal skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering, Automation, Computer Science

Professional qualification such as CIPS

Job description

What you will do

• Support global senior category manager to manage the total IT spend ($50-60M) on a global level.

• Liaise with IT vendors and our (IT, HR, Factory) departments for routine and ad-hoc procurement projects to secure the best IT performance throughout the organization.

• Payment term negotiation, contract, and vendor performance management.

• Benchmark and formulate best-fit procurement vehicles to drive cost savings and efficiency improvement.

• Measure the supplier performance and provide them with constructive feedback.

• Sourcing market information, latest trends and benchmarking best practices in procurement area.

• Enforce the procurement policy and ensure all purchases are fully complied with the requirement.

What you will need

• At least 5 years of experience in IT procurement or sourcing.

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering, Automation, Computer Science, or a related field; or a professional qualification such as CIPS.

• Related sourcing category experience in MNC, IT area experience is a plus.

• Strong Excel skills, including VLOOKUP and Pivot Tables, for effective reporting and data-driven decision making

• Interest in IT technologies evolution and basic market intelligence.

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills in English.

• Proven project management experience with data driven analytical & problem-solving skills.

• Flexible in adapting to changing deadlines, priorities, and requirements.
  

Why work for us?

• A competitive remuneration package, including an annual bonus incentive.

• Career Ladders are in place to recognize employees’ professional career path in several arenas: Technical Career Ladder, Project Management Ladder and Management Ladder.

• Annual paid leave and a good pension plan.

• Ongoing training and development to pursue individual ambitions.

Talent acquisition based on Nexperia vacancies is not appreciated. Nexperia job adverts are Nexperia copyright material and the word Nexperia is a registered trademark.

D&I Statement

As an equal-opportunity employer, Nexperia values diversity not just because it is the right thing to do but because diverse teams perform better. We are dedicated to being inclusive, and a proof point of this dedication is that we were the main partner of the very first Dutch Paralympic Team NL House during the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games. Our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible to all, and we consider all applicants fairly, as well as providing a safe work environment and reasonable adjustments where requested.

In addition, we offer our colleagues the possibility to join employee resource groups such as the Pride Network Group or global and local Women's groups. Nexperia is committed to increasing women in management positions to 30% by 2030.