Strategic Procurement Lead (Mandarin Proficiency)

Toshiba Transmission & Distribution Systems Asia Sdn Bhd; Petaling Jaya; On-site; MYR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Toshiba Transmission & Distribution Systems Asia Sdn Bhd is seeking a senior procurement professional to lead sourcing, supplier management, and category strategies in a manufacturing/engineering environment.

The role requires 8–12 years of procurement experience, Mandarin proficiency, and a strong track record in cost reduction and CAPA. You will drive continuous improvement while ensuring policy compliance and ethical sourcing practices.

Qualifications

• Degree in Supply Chain, Procurement, Business, Engineering, or related field.
• 8–12 years of procurement experience within a manufacturing/engineering environment.
• Mandarin proficiency is required due to suppliers based in China.
• Proven leadership ability to manage and drive performance across multiple procurement teams.
• Strong track record in supplier negotiation, cost reduction, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Solid commercial and analytical mindset with risk assessment and contract review capabilities.
• Proficient in ERP systems and MS Office.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management across levels.
• Resilient, accountable, and professional under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute procurement and category strategies to improve performance and reduce TCO.
• Lead sourcing, negotiation, and supplier management for pricing, quality, delivery, and compliance.
• Maintain optimal inventory levels with demand planning and control measures.
• Ensure material availability and prevent shortages or excess through forecasting and data analysis.
• Drive cost reduction and value engineering with technical teams.
• Manage supplier performance and CAPA to resolve quality issues.
• Review and govern purchase orders for accuracy, compliance, and efficiency.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support commercial goals and project delivery.

Skills

Sourcing & negotiation

Supplier management

Demand planning

Forecasting

Data analysis

ERP systems

MS Excel

Stakeholder management

Leadership

Cost reduction

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain/Procurement or related field

Tools

ERP systems

MS Excel

MS Office

Job description

Toshiba Transmission & Distribution Systems Asia Sdn Bhd is seeking a senior procurement professional to lead sourcing, supplier management, and category strategies in a manufacturing/engineering environment.

The role requires 8–12 years of procurement experience, Mandarin proficiency, and a strong track record in cost reduction and CAPA. You will drive continuous improvement while ensuring policy compliance and ethical sourcing practices.