Sourcing Manager

Pivotal System (Malaysia) Sdn Bhd; Kulim; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Jora Malaysia is seeking an experienced Senior Sourcing & Procurement professional to lead Strategic Sourcing & Supplier Management in Kulim. You will develop and implement sourcing strategies for CNC materials, onboard suppliers locally and globally, and drive supplier localization to support Malaysia operations.

You will also manage cost negotiations, contracts, and risk across supply chains, collaborate with Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, and Planning teams, and ensure compliance with

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Business, or related field.
• 8–10 years sourcing/procurement experience, preferably in CNC machining or manufacturing.
• Experience in Malaysia manufacturing setup or plant ramp-up is an advantage.
• Strong negotiation and supplier management skills.
• Good understanding of CNC processes, machining materials, and tooling.
• Cost analysis and strategic sourcing expertise.
• Fluent in English; Mandarin is an added advantage.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement sourcing strategies for CNC materials, components, and services.
• Identify, evaluate, and onboard new suppliers locally and globally.
• Build and maintain strong supplier relationships to ensure long-term partnerships.
• Drive supplier localization initiatives to support Malaysia operations.
• Lead price negotiations, cost reduction initiatives, and contract management.
• Conduct cost analysis and ensure competitive pricing.
• Deliver annual cost savings and productivity improvements.
• Ensure uninterrupted supply to support production schedules and ramp-up plans.
• Identify supply risks and implement mitigation strategies.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, and Planning teams.

Skills

Negotiation

Supplier management

Stakeholder management

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Communication

Adaptability

Education

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

Tools

SAP

Oracle

ERP/MRP systems

Job description

Jora Malaysia will close on 16th September 2026. Thank you for being with us, we are cheering you on as you continue your career journey.

Strategic Sourcing & Supplier Management

• Develop and implement sourcing strategies for CNC-related materials, components, and services (e.g., raw materials, tooling, machining parts, subcontracting).
• Identify, evaluate, and onboard new suppliers locally and globally.
• Build and maintain strong supplier relationships to ensure long-term partnerships.
• Drive supplier localization initiatives to support Malaysia operations.

Cost Management & Negotiation

• Lead price negotiations, cost reduction initiatives, and contract management.
• Conduct cost analysis (should-cost, benchmarking) to ensure competitive pricing.
• Deliver annual cost savings and productivity improvement targets.

Supply Chain & Risk Management

• Ensure uninterrupted supply to support production schedules and ramp-up plans.
• Identify supply risks and implement mitigation strategies (dual sourcing, safety stock, etc.).
• Monitor market trends, material pricing, and supply risks.
• Work closely with Quality and Engineering teams on supplier qualification and audits.
• Drive supplier improvement plans for underperforming suppliers.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Collaborate with Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, and Planning teams to align sourcing strategies with business needs.
• Support NPI (New Product Introduction) projects by sourcing new materials and suppliers.
• Ensure alignment with global procurement strategies if applicable.

Compliance & Governance

• Ensure compliance with company policies, ethical sourcing standards, and Malaysian regulations.
• Manage contracts, documentation, and procurement processes in line with internal controls.

Requirements:

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Business, or related field.
• Minimum 8–10 years of sourcing/procurement experience, preferably in CNC machining, precision engineering, or manufacturing environment.
• Experience in Malaysia manufacturing setup or plant ramp-up is an advantage.
• Strong negotiation and supplier management skills.
• Good understanding of CNC processes, machining materials (e.g., aluminum, stainless steel), and tooling.
• Cost analysis and strategic sourcing expertise.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, ramp-up environment.

Other Requirements

• Familiarity with ERP/MRP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle).
• Fluent in English; Mandarin is an added advantage (for China supplier interaction).
• Able to work independently, meet deadlines, and manage multiple priorities.