Strategic Procurement Associate

Celestica; Kulim; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Celestica is seeking an experienced procurement professional in Malaysia to support business operations, focusing on sourcing parts, managing supplier relationships, and ensuring timely delivery for new and existing products.

The role requires 2–4 years of relevant experience, a Bachelor’s degree, and strong English and Mandarin communication skills, along with knowledge of SCM policies and ISO standards. Penang Design Centre activity supports global engineering teams.

Qualifications

• Two to four years relevant experience.
• Knowledge of procurement processes, inventory management and supplier management.
• Strong knowledge of SCM policies, procedures and ISO standards.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks with attention to detail and work under tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Procures goods and services in support of the business operations.
• Acts as the communication link between internal customers, suppliers and external customers on pre-production ramp up and full production volume.
• Reviews requisitions, contacts vendors, examines bids and initiates contracts.
• Responsible for the procurement of parts and supplies for new products, existing products and non-production supplies.
• Initiates purchases driven through MRP process.
• Coordinates and manages last time buys for products end of life.
• Ensures on-time delivery, purchase price variance and inventory management.
• Tracks forecast accuracy and reports back to appropriate personnel.
• Facilitates quoting and sourcing of parts to improve supply and reduce costs.
• Acts as primary contact with suppliers, internal and external customers to facilitate problem resolution for assigned material

Skills

English communication

Mandarin communication

Negotiation

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Job description

Celestica is seeking an experienced procurement professional in Malaysia to support business operations, focusing on sourcing parts, managing supplier relationships, and ensuring timely delivery for new and existing products.

The role requires 2–4 years of relevant experience, a Bachelor’s degree, and strong English and Mandarin communication skills, along with knowledge of SCM policies and ISO standards. Penang Design Centre activity supports global engineering teams.