Strategic Procurement Specialist- Malaysia

Cablex Pty Ltd; Nilai; On-site; MYR 65,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Cablex Pty Ltd is seeking a strategic procurement specialist to support global procurement and supply chain operations. Based in Malaysia or India, you will drive cost reductions, supplier negotiations and value delivery across long-term manufacturing programs.

You will report to the Head of Global Procurement, strengthen supplier relationships and help ensure reliable supply for our global operations with emphasis on pricing, analytics and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Diploma or bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Procurement, Business, Logistics or a related field.
• At least 3 years’ procurement or purchasing experience, ideally within manufacturing.
• Experience supporting supplier negotiations, commercial terms, pricing models and purchasing activity.

Responsibilities

• Drive supplier and item-level cost reduction initiatives using spend, pricing and performance insights
• Support supplier negotiations, commercial terms, pricing models and contract renewals
• Find practical opportunities to reduce material costs, improve freight efficiency and consolidate supply
• Work with bids, planning, finance, logistics and production to support accurate pricing and supply continuity
• Keep vendor, purchasing, supplier documentation and contract records accurate and up to date
• Contribute to procurement reporting, KPI tracking, compliance and continuous improvement initiatives

Skills

Analytical capability

English communication

Attention to detail

Education

Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management/Procurement/Business/Logistics

Tools

Excel

ERP/MRP systems

Procurement reporting tools

Job description

Are you a commercially minded procurement professional who enjoys finding smarter ways to source, negotiate and deliver value? Cablex is seeking a Strategic Procurement Specialist to support global procurement and supply chain operations across our long-term manufacturing programs. This role may be based in Malaysia or India.

Reporting to the Head of Global Procurement, you will play a key role in improving cost efficiency, strengthening supplier relationships and supporting reliable supply across our global operations.

Key responsibilities:

• Drive supplier and item-level cost reduction initiatives using spend, pricing and performance insights
• Support supplier negotiations, commercial terms, pricing models and contract renewals
• Find practical opportunities to reduce material costs, improve freight efficiency and consolidate supply
• Work with bids, planning, finance, logistics and production to support accurate pricing and supply continuity
• Keep vendor, purchasing, supplier documentation and contract records accurate and up to date
• Contribute to procurement reporting, KPI tracking, compliance and continuous improvement initiatives

About you

• A diploma or bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Procurement, Business, Logistics or a related field
• At least 3 years’ procurement or purchasing experience, ideally within manufacturing
• Experience supporting supplier negotiations, commercial terms, pricing models and purchasing activity
• Strong analytical capability across spend, pricing and supplier performance data
• Confidence using Excel, ERP/MRP systems and procurement reporting tools
• Strong attention to detail, organisation and written and spoken English communication skills

Experience in freight or logistics cost management, hub consolidation, BI tools or procurement certification will be highly regarded.

About Cablex

Cablex is a renowned manufacturer and exporter supporting defence, aerospace and transportation customers globally. We deliver complex wiring harnesses, electro-mechanical assemblies, avionic bays, consoles and electrical enclosures for long-term programs.