Strategic Category Manager: Ramp-Up & Sourcing Excellence

VAT Group AG; Batu Kawan; On-site; MYR 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology firm in Penang, Malaysia seeks an experienced Category Manager - Supplier Ramp & Sourcing to drive supplier ramp-up and sourcing strategies. The role requires a minimum of 10 years in manufacturing or category management, strong leadership skills, and proficiency in English, with additional languages preferred. This position will allow you to lead cross-functional teams and develop long-term supply chain strategies to enhance operational excellence. Competitive compensation and growth opportunities are offered.

Benefits

Career development opportunities

Training programs

Equal employment opportunity

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of experience in manufacturing, sourcing, or category management.
• Hands-on, proactive, and results-oriented with ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Fluent in English; German or Chinese proficiency is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead supplier ramp-up and sourcing projects from planning to implementation.
• Drive supplier lead-time improvement programs.
• Monitor and control project progress with regular status updates.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical skills

Communication

Project Management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Project Management, Supply Chain or related

Job description

A leading technology firm in Penang, Malaysia seeks an experienced Category Manager - Supplier Ramp & Sourcing to drive supplier ramp-up and sourcing strategies. The role requires a minimum of 10 years in manufacturing or category management, strong leadership skills, and proficiency in English, with additional languages preferred. This position will allow you to lead cross-functional teams and develop long-term supply chain strategies to enhance operational excellence. Competitive compensation and growth opportunities are offered.