Strategic Sourcing Manager

Jobtailor; Penang; On-site; MYR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor in Malaysia's Penang seeks a seasoned Global Sourcing Manager to lead supplier selection, qualification, benchmarking and TCO. You will drive cost reductions by market analysis, make-vs-buy, and supplier performance reviews, while partnering with engineering and finance.

You will manage global supplier relationships, negotiate contracts, and champion continuous improvement across procurement processes. Travel ~20% domestically and internationally.

Qualifications

• Experience in global strategic sourcing across supplier selection, risk management, negotiations and financial analysis.
• Proven track record in delivering sourcing solutions and cost reductions.
• Strong relationship management across suppliers, internal customers, engineering, marketing and senior management.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute global sourcing strategies including supplier selection, qualification, benchmarking, TCO and risk mitigation.
• Lead supplier relationships, contracts, pricing agreements, performance assessments, and category management.
• Deliver cost reductions through market analysis, cost modeling, competitive sourcing and make-vs-buy analyses.
• Build supplier and market intelligence to support sourcing strategy and business planning.
• Drive lean transformation and continuous improvement across category procurement processes.
• Execute cost reduction projects, negotiations, and sustainable cost controls.
• Analyze suppliers to optimize supply chain performance and mitigate supply risks.
• Share sourcing best practices and support team development and continuous improvement.
• Maintain confidentiality and comply with laws and regulations; travel ~20% domestically and internationally.
• Collaborate with engineering to understand product requirements and manufacturing options for sourcing.
• Evaluate supplier capabilities to support current needs and future roadmaps.

Skills

Global Strategic Sourcing Management

Supplier Relationship Management

Negotiation Skills

Cost Reduction Strategies

ERP Systems Proficiency

Education

BS/BA in Supply Chain Management

Tools

ERP Systems

MS Office

Advanced Excel

MS Project

Microsoft Dynamics

Job description

• Develop and execute global sourcing strategies, including supplier selection, qualification, rationalization, benchmarking, total cost of ownership, and risk mitigation
• Lead supplier relationships, contracts, pricing agreements, performance assessments, and assigned category management activities
• Deliver cost reductions through market analysis, cost modeling, competitive sourcing, make-versus-buy analysis, and global spend leverage
• Build supplier and market intelligence to support sourcing strategy, capability assessment, and business planning
• Drive lean transformation and continuous improvement across category procurement processes
• Execute cost reduction projects, negotiations, process changes, and sustainable cost controls
• Analyze suppliers to optimize supply chain performance and mitigate assurance-of-supply risks
• Share sourcing best practices and support team development and continuous improvement
• Maintain confidentiality, protect company assets, act ethically, and comply with applicable laws and regulations
• Work with engineering teams to understand product requirements and manufacturing options for component sourcing
• Evaluate supplier capabilities to support current needs and future product roadmaps
• Manage sourcing through new product development, launch readiness, and supplier reporting

Requirements

• 10+ years’ experience in global strategic sourcing management
• Strong global procurement experience using strategic sourcing methods across supplier selection, risk/compliance, negotiation, roadmap alignment, and financial analysis
• Demonstrated experience and achievement in sourcing solutions
• Excellent relationship management and collaboration skills across suppliers, internal customers, engineering, marketing, and senior management
• Strong negotiation skills, including international sourcing experience
• Proven ability to drive positive change and build strong stakeholder relationships
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively across multi-functional teams
• Self-starter who can build sourcing/procurement credibility within groups not accustomed to working with procurement
• Experience operating within fast-paced business
• Critical thinking, problem-solving skills, and strong communication skills
• Proficiency with ERP systems, MS Office, Advanced Excel, and MS Project
• Microsoft Dynamics experience a plus
• Willingness and ability to travel domestically and internationally, as required (approximately 20%)
• Preferred certifications: ISM C.P.M., CPSM, APICS CSCP/CPIM, or equivalent
• BS/BA in Supply Chain Management, Materials Management, Engineering, Business, or related field

Core Competencies

Demonstrates extensive experience in global strategic sourcing management, including supplier selection, risk mitigation, and cost reduction strategies. Proven ability to lead supplier relationships and drive continuous improvement in procurement processes while collaborating effectively across multi-functional teams.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• Global Strategic Sourcing Management
• Supplier Relationship Management
• Negotiation Skills
• Cost Reduction Strategies
• ERP Systems Proficiency

ATS Optimization Keywords

Hard Skills

• Supplier Selection
• Risk Mitigation
• Cost Modeling
• Market Analysis
• Lean Transformation
• Competitive Sourcing
• Make-Versus-Buy Analysis
• Financial Analysis
• Supplier Capability Evaluation
• Sourcing Solutions

Soft Skills

• Relationship Management
• Collaboration Skills
• Critical Thinking
• Problem-Solving Skills
• Strong Communication Skills

Certifications & Qualifications

• ISM C.P.M.
• CPSM
• APICS CSCP
• APICS CPIM

Industry Keywords

• Global Procurement
• Category Management
• Supplier Performance Assessment
• Continuous Improvement
• Supply Chain Management

Tools & Technologies

• ERP Systems
• MS Office
• Advanced Excel
• MS Project
• Microsoft Dynamics