Sr. Manager-Vendor Management (Electronics) Penang, Malaysia Posted 8 hours ago

Dexcom Inc.; Penang; On-site; MYR 180,000 - 270,000; Full time

Job summary

Dexcom Inc. in Malaysia is seeking a Senior Manager of Vendor Management to lead global supplier strategies for electronics components and contract manufacturers. You will own supplier performance, drive improvements, mitigate risks, and collaborate across functions to meet design, cost, and supply timelines.

You bring 8+ years in supplier management within regulated industries, 5+ years of leadership, and a track record of influencing global initiatives and reducing risk.

Qualifications

• 8+ years in supplier management, sourcing/procurement or supply chain in medical devices or highly regulated industries.
• Proven leadership with 5+ years managing teams.
• Ability to lead global supplier initiatives and influence cross-functional teams.
• Strong problem-solving skills to drive solutions in challenging situations.
• Capability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent analytical, negotiation and communication skills with executive presence.
• Experience in global electronics supplier management preferred.
• Expertise in electronics component lifecycle management and manufacturing processes preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute global electronics supplier management strategy aligned with business objectives.
• Own supplier relationship and performance management, including improvement programs.
• Identify and mitigate risks related to supplier relationships, manufacturing, capacity, supplies, obsolescence, geopolitics.
• Ensure compliance of category strategies and contract terms.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to align supplier capabilities with design and production schedules; resolve escalations.
• Drive cost-reduction initiatives and VAVE projects for electronics components and assemblies.
• Foster continuous improvement with suppliers through lean processes and innovation.
• Ensure supplier readiness for new product introductions and major design changes; oversee validation/regulatory compliance.
• Provide data-driven updates to senior leadership on performance, risks, and opportunities.
• Lead, mentor and develop supplier management professionals.

Skills

Supplier management

Leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Negotiation

Analytical skills

Executive communication

Global electronics supplier management

Job description

Meet the team:

Senior Manager Vendor Management is responsible for leading global electronics supplier management across strategic suppliers and contract manufacturers. This role ensures continuity of supply, reduces vendor risk, improves vendor performance, maximize value and decreases costs. The position requires strong leadership, strategic influence, cross-functional collaboration, knowledge and experience in electronics manufacturing and electronics components supply chain management within a global context.

Where you come in:

• You will develop and execute global electronics supplier management strategy that is aligned with business objectives.
• You own supplier relationship and performance management, including supplier improvement and development programs.
• You identify and mitigate risks related to supplier relationship, supplier manufacturing processes, capacity, supplies, technology obsolescence, geopolitical factors, and etc.
• You ensure compliance of category strategies and contract terms and conditions
• You collaborate with internal stakeholders to align on supplier capabilities with design requirements and production schedules; resolve escalations.
• You collaborate with cross-functional teams in driving cost-reduction initiatives and VAVE projects specific to electronics components and assemblies.
• You drive continuous improvement with suppliers by implementing lean processes and fostering innovation
• You ensure supplier readiness for new product introductions and major design changes; oversee compliance with validation and regulatory requirements.
• You provide concise, data-driven updates to senior leadership on supplier performance, risks and mitigations, and strategic opportunities.
• Team leadership and development: you lead and mentor supplier management professionals, provide direction, support and opportunities for growth and development

What makes you successful:

• * Your 8+ years of experience in supplier management, sourcing/procurement or supply chain managing within the medical device or highly regulated industry
• Your 5+ years of successful leadership experience
• Your proven ability to lead global supplier initiatives, collaborate with and influence cross-functional teams.
• You have strong problem‑solving skills and the ability to drive solutions in challenging situations
• Your ability to manage multiple priorities and navigate a fast‑paced, dynamic work environment
• You have strong analytical, negotiation, and communication skills with executive presence.
• Preferred you are experienced in global electronics supplier management
• Preferred you have the expertise in electronics component life cycle management and electronics manufacturing processes