Strategic Sourcing Lead - Malaysia (Semiconductors)

Renesas; Bayan Lepas; Hybrid; MYR 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading semiconductor solutions provider in Penang seeks an experienced procurement professional to own procurement for critical material categories. The role involves leading sourcing activities, driving cost optimization, and managing supplier relationships to ensure robust supply chains for manufacturing. Candidates should have a relevant Bachelor's degree and 5-8 years of procurement experience, ideally in semiconductor manufacturing, along with strong analytical and communication skills. This position offers hybrid work flexibility.

Benefits

Flexible work environment

Opportunities for career advancement

Employee Resource Groups for support

Qualifications

• 5–8 years of procurement experience, preferably in semiconductor manufacturing.
• Proven experience in sourcing, negotiation, and supplier management.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to assess cost and supplier performance.

Responsibilities

• Lead sourcing activities for direct and secondary materials.
• Drive cost-down initiatives and manage supplier relationships.
• Support business continuity management and identify single-source risks.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Negotiation

Supply chain management

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business, Supply Chain, or related field

Job description

A leading semiconductor solutions provider in Penang seeks an experienced procurement professional to own procurement for critical material categories. The role involves leading sourcing activities, driving cost optimization, and managing supplier relationships to ensure robust supply chains for manufacturing. Candidates should have a relevant Bachelor's degree and 5-8 years of procurement experience, ideally in semiconductor manufacturing, along with strong analytical and communication skills. This position offers hybrid work flexibility.