Strategic Purchasing Manager

WIN SOURCE; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

WIN SOURCE is seeking a Strategic Purchasing Manager to shape global sourcing strategies and strengthen the supplier network. You will leverage your supplier network and market insights to secure long-term partnerships and improve supply security across regions.

You will lead strategic sourcing projects, negotiate favorable terms and collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize cost, lead times and supply solutions, driving resilience in the global supply chain.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in electronic components procurement or strategic sourcing.
• Knowledge of manufacturers, authorized distributors and independent distributors.
• Ability to lead complex procurement projects.
• Strong negotiation and risk management capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute global sourcing strategies for key electronic components.
• Build and integrate supplier networks including manufacturers and distributors.
• Evaluate supplier reliability, supply capability, quality management and traceability.
• Identify high-value suppliers and establish long-term partnerships.
• Analyze market trends, inventory cycles and pricing developments to identify risks and opportunities.
• Lead sourcing projects and negotiate terms to optimize cost and lead time.
• Collaborate with global teams to strengthen supply network competitiveness.

Skills

Strategic sourcing

Supplier development

Cross-cultural comms

Negotiation skills

Risk management

Job description

Founded in 1999, WIN SOURCE is a global electronic components distributor providing reliable critical component supply and global supply chain solutions for OEMs, EMS providers and manufacturers.

Supported by global sourcing networks, inventory resources, quality management systems and international logistics capabilities, we help customers manage component shortages, lead-time fluctuations, EOL risks and supply continuity challenges, building safer, more efficient and resilient global supply chains.

About the Role

At WIN SOURCE, the Strategic Purchasing Manager is not only a global sourcing integrator, but also a key builder of supply chain strategy and long-term competitiveness.

You will leverage your supplier network, industry insights and commercial judgment to develop global sourcing strategies, expand critical component supply channels, establish long-term strategic partnerships and strengthen supply chain security and resilience.

We are looking for procurement professionals with strategic vision, deep expertise and an entrepreneurial mindset to create greater professional impact and help shape WIN SOURCE's global supply network.

Key Responsibilities

• Global Strategic Sourcing: Develop and execute global sourcing strategies for key electronic components based on market trends, product categories and business requirements.
• Strategic Supplier Network Development: Develop and integrate manufacturers, authorized distributors, independent distributors and other qualified sourcing partners to build a diversified and competitive supplier ecosystem.
• Supply Chain Security & Risk Management: Evaluate supplier reliability, supply capability, quality management, product authenticity, traceability and supply interruption risks.
• Strategic Supplier Partnerships: Identify and develop high-value suppliers to establish stable long-term partnerships and strengthen supply assurance.
• Market Intelligence & Strategic Judgment: Analyze supply-demand changes, inventory cycles, pricing trends and product lifecycle developments to identify opportunities and risks.
• Strategic Procurement & Negotiation: Lead key sourcing projects and commercial negotiations to optimize cost, lead time, cooperation terms and long-term supply solutions.
• Cross-regional Collaboration & Supply Optimization: Work with global procurement, sales, quality and logistics teams to strengthen supply network competitiveness and resilience.

What You Bring

• 5+ years of experience in electronic components procurement, strategic sourcing, supplier development or related supply chain roles.
• Strong understanding of global electronic components and semiconductor supply markets, including different supply models such as manufacturers, authorized distributors and independent distributors.
• Established sourcing channels, supplier resources or strategic supplier networks in key electronic component areas.
• Ability to independently develop sourcing strategies, strategic suppliers and manage complex procurement projects.
• Strong market insight, commercial judgment, negotiation skills and supply risk management capabilities.
• Understanding of electronic component quality management, product authenticity, traceability and supply chain compliance requirements.
• Strategic mindset, ownership and strong cross-cultural communication skills.
• Ability to conduct professional business communication in English or the local language.

Preferred:

• Experience with international electronic component distributors, semiconductor supply chains or large OEM/EMS strategic procurement.
• Experience in global/cross-regional sourcing, key component sourcing and strategic supplier partnerships.

What We Offer

• Global Strategic Platform: Participate in building global critical electronic component supply networks and expanding international industry resources.
• Professional Impact: Apply your industry expertise and supplier resources to influence sourcing strategies, supply channel development and key procurement decisions.
• International Collaboration: Work with cross-regional business, procurement, quality and supply chain teams on strategic projects.
• Career Growth: Opportunities to develop toward Regional Procurement Director and Global Sourcing Director roles.
• Competitive Compensation: Competitive base salary and incentive programs aligned with business contribution.
• Long-term Career Value: Build strategic expertise in the global electronic components supply chain and contribute to a safer, more reliable and resilient supply ecosystem.

Join WIN SOURCE

Build a More Resilient Global Supply Chain with WIN SOURCE.

If you want to transform your supplier resources, industry insights and strategic procurement experience into broader global impact, we look forward to exploring future supply chain opportunities with you.

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