Strategic Sourcing Manager, NPI & Supplier Excellence

YSQ International; Klang City; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

YSQ International seeks an experienced Sourcing Manager in Malaysia to lead strategic sourcing and material-related projects, including New Product Introduction and New Product Development programs.

This hands-on role requires developing sourcing strategies, qualifying suppliers, and driving cost and quality improvements while supporting procurement policy development across R&D, Engineering, Product Development and Operations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in a related field.
• 7+ years of experience in procurement or strategic sourcing.
• Experience in manufacturing/electrical/mechanical environments is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Source materials, components, services, and equipment for R&D, Innovation, and Operations.
• Develop and implement sourcing strategies aligned with business needs.
• Negotiate with suppliers to achieve long-term benefits in cost, quality, and delivery.
• Lead materials sourcing and supplier readiness for NPI/NPD programs.
• Collaborate with R&D, Engineering, Product Development, and Operations on material selection and supplier qualification.
• Identify and maintain relationships with local and international suppliers.
• Manage RFIs, RFQs, tenders, evaluations, contracts, and supplier appointments.
• Develop procurement policies and supplier evaluation criteria; monitor performance and drive improvements.
• Identify alternative sources and mitigation plans to reduce single-source risks.
• Drive cost reduction, value engineering, and best-value sourcing initiatives.
• Support demand and supplier capacity planning and supply risk management.
• Prepare procurement reports and recommendations for management and committees.
• Ensure compliance with governance, regulatory requirements, contracts, and policies.

Skills

Strategic sourcing

Negotiation

Supplier management

NPI/NPD sourcing

Cost reduction

Stakeholder mgmt

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management

Job description

YSQ International seeks an experienced Sourcing Manager in Malaysia to lead strategic sourcing and material-related projects, including New Product Introduction and New Product Development programs.

This hands-on role requires developing sourcing strategies, qualifying suppliers, and driving cost and quality improvements while supporting procurement policy development across R&D, Engineering, Product Development and Operations.