Specialist Procurement

Infineon Technologies AG; Penang; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Infineon Technologies AG in Penang seeks a data-driven procurement professional to transform sourcing through advanced analytics, dashboards, and continuous improvement initiatives. You will drive supplier evaluations, automate data workflows, and present insights to stakeholders to inform decision-making.

The role requires strong analytical skills, experience in procurement, and the ability to work both independently and with cross-functional teams.

Qualifications

• Experience in supply chain management or information systems.
• Strong analytical skills to interpret data and make informed decisions.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for effective stakeholder engagement.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Proficient in procurement software and tools, with a focus on process automation.
• Experience with SAP, Excel, and Tableau to streamline purchasing processes and data management.

Responsibilities

• Advanced Analytics knowledge: using data science concepts, Python or R to clean data and build predictive models.
• Data Storytelling: translate insights into dashboards for non-technical stakeholders.
• Buying and procurement: core buying and procurement experience.
• Service Delivery: ensure timely delivery against service levels and KPIs.
• Quotation Processes: drive supplier evaluation and selection.
• Stakeholder Engagement: manage buy-in for alignment and collaboration.
• Reporting & Analysis: present metrics and projections to inform decisions.
• Time Management: deliver tasks on time under tight deadlines.
• Process Optimization: automate procurement processes and ensure policy compliance.
• Analytical & Problem-Solving: design systems, troubleshoot issues, optimize performance.
• Technical Skills: Python/Java/JavaScript, databases, networking, cybersecurity.
• Interdisciplinary Collaboration: work in cross-functional groups.
• Continuous Improvement: propose process improvements and tooling.

Skills

Advanced Analytics

Data Storytelling

Procurement Experience

Stakeholder Engagement

Tableau

Power BI

Looker

Python

SQL

Data Cleaning

Education

Relevant degree in Information Systems / CS / Supply Chain

Tools

SAP

Excel

Tableau

Power BI

Looker

Job description

Play a key role in transforming procurement through data-driven insights, strategic sourcing, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Key responsibilities

• Advanced Analytics knowledge: Fundamental with data science concept, Python or R to clean data, automate workflows, and build basic predictive models.
• Data Storytelling: Translating complex predictive insights into interactive dashboards (using Tableau, Power BI, or Looker) for non-technical stakeholders.
• Buying and procurement skillsets: Experience in the supply chain roles, core buying, hard skills and soft abilities typically in procurement and purchasing.
• Service Delivery: Ensure the timely delivery of goods and services in accordance with established service levels and KPIs.
• Quotation Processes: Drive the quotation process by defining evaluation criteria, identifying and selecting suppliers, executing the evaluation process, and refining and validating sourcing and purchasing options.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Manage buy-in from key stakeholders to ensure alignment and collaboration throughout the procurement process.
• Reporting & Analysis: Prepare and present reports to management, analyzing metrics and projection results to inform decision-making.
• Time Management: Demonstrate urgency and deliver tasks on time, even under tight deadlines.
• Process Optimization: Apply and optimize procurement processes, automating where feasible, to ensure compliance with internal policies and external regulations.
• Analytical & Problem-Solving Skills: Analyzing data, designing systems, troubleshooting issues, and optimizing technology performance.
• Technical Skills: Programming languages (like Python, Java, JavaScript), software development, database management, networking, and cybersecurity.
• Interdisciplinary Collaboration: Participate in interdisciplinary working groups and project work to gather insights, influence outcomes, and enhance internal processes and procedures.
• Continuous Improvement: Recommend process improvements and develop tools aimed at fostering a culture of continuous improvement within the procurement function.

Qualifications and skills to help you succeed

• Proven experience in supply chain management, Information Systems or Computer Science related field.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and make informed decisions.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for effective stakeholder engagement.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Proficient in using procurement software and tools, with a focus on process automation.
• Proficient in utilizing procurement software and tools, including SAP, Excel and tableau to streamline purchasing processes and data management.
• Preference will be given to candidates who have programming knowledge #WeAreIn for driving decarbonization and digitalization.

As a global leader in semiconductor solutions in power systems and IoT, Infineon enables game-changing solutions for green and efficient energy, clean and safe mobility, as well as smart and secure IoT. Together, we drive innovation and customer success, while caring for our people and empowering them to reach ambitious goals. Be a part of making life easier, safer and greener. Are you in? We are on a journey to create the best Infineon for everyone.

We welcome applicants for who they are and offer a workplace built on trust, openness, respect and equal opportunity. Our hiring decisions are based on skills and experience. Even if you don’t meet every requirement, we encourage you to apply.

Please let your recruiter know if you need any accommodations during the interview process.