Senior / Strategic Sourcing Manager (New role based in Kulim High Tech Park)

Watlow; Kedah; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company is seeking a Senior / Strategic Sourcing Manager based in Kulim High Tech Park, Kedah. The role involves developing sourcing strategies, managing supplier relationships, and ensuring an optimized supply chain for Gas Delivery and Thermal Solutions. Candidates should possess a bachelor’s degree and over 8 years of sourcing experience in industrial manufacturing, with strong leadership and analytical skills. This position emphasizes collaboration across departments and improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of sourcing or supply chain management experience in an industrial manufacturing environment.
• Proven track record in strategic sourcing, supplier qualification, and contract negotiations.
• Strong understanding of Gas Delivery / Thermal Solutions processes.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute sourcing plans specific to Gas Delivery / Thermal Solutions technologies.
• Manage supplier selection, qualification, contracting, and integration.
• Build strong supplier partnerships to ensure quality, reliability, and cost efficiency.
• Drive productivity improvements that directly support business goals.
• Mentor and guide team members to strengthen supply chain expertise.

Skills

Strategic sourcing

Supplier management

Contract negotiation

Leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Analytical skills

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Business, or related field

Master’s degree

Job description

Senior / Strategic Sourcing Manager (New role based in Kulim High Tech Park)

We are seeking a Manager / Senior Manager to lead sourcing strategies and supplier management for our In Gas Delivery / Thermal Solutions Product Platform processes. This position plays a key role in ensuring a resilient, optimized supply chain that supports the success of our in Gas Delivery / Thermal Solutions operations.

Candidate from semiconductor, aerospace, or technology-driven industries are highly recommended.

In this role, you will:

Develop and execute sourcing plans specific to Gas Delivery / Thermal Solutions technologies.

Manage supplier selection, qualification, contracting, and integration.

Build strong supplier partnerships to ensure quality, reliability, and cost efficiency.

Streamline and consolidate the supply base while applying best practices.

Drive productivity improvements that directly support business goals.

Mentor and guide team members to strengthen supply chain expertise.

Your Key Responsibilities

Understand end to end process of application, material, builds and customer base in order to create opportunity for growing margin on product platform.

Work with cross functional team members to support New Product Development and legacy business.

Pipeline support of value engineering changes for cost/efficiency savings.

Create opportunity through make vs buy reviews.

Identify alternative global suppliers to achieve best landed cost.

Align multiple sight builds with potential dual source and regional support.

Negotiate supply terms to ensure best value for Watlow obtained.

Continuous improvement for aligning best value material offering with quality, lead time and price to ensure maximum sales.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Business, or related field (Master’s preferred).

8+ years of sourcing or supply chain management experience in an industrial manufacturing environment; OEM supplier experience strongly preferred.

Proven track record in strategic sourcing, supplier qualification, and contract negotiations.

Strong understanding of Gas Delivery / Thermal Solutions processes.

Desired Qualifications

Experience managing global suppliers and implementing supply base consolidation strategies.

Knowledge of quality systems, compliance standards, and regulatory requirements relevant to OEM manufacturing.

Strong analytical and financial skills to evaluate supplier performance, cost drivers, and total cost of ownership.

Excellent leadership skills with experience mentoring and developing teams.

Ability to collaborate cross-functionally with engineering, operations, and quality teams.

Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.

Additional Information Regarding to this Position:

Must be willing to work at Kulim High Tech Park, Kedah.

Individual contributor with managerial experiences.

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