Supply Chain Manager

Celestica; Kulai; On-site; MYR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Celestica in Malaysia (Johor, Kulai) seeks a Supply Chain Manager to oversee procurement, inventory management, and compliance within a manufacturing setting. The role ensures material flow aligns with production schedules and maintains high inventory accuracy while adhering to GST/SST and local regulations.

The successful candidate will lead a team, optimize procurement processes, and coordinate with Production, Finance, and Quality to resolve bottlenecks and improve operations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Materials Management or related field.
• 8+ years of relevant experience in supply chain management, warehouse operations or materials management within a manufacturing context.

Responsibilities

• Oversee procurement of direct and indirect materials to support manufacturing operations.
• Manage daily warehouse and receiving operations to ensure safe, efficient material handling, storage and dispatch.
• Lead regulatory, customs and compliance efforts, including interaction with local authorities and documentation.

Skills

Materials management

Warehouse processes

Inventory control systems

ERP systems

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration

Supply Chain Management

Materials Management

Tools

SAP / S4 HANA

Job description

The Supply Chain Manager is responsible for overseeing procurement operations, inventory management, trade compliance, and warehouse operations within a manufacturing environment. This role ensures seamless material flow, high inventory accuracy, strict adherence to local regulatory requirements, and efficient day-to-day operations to support production demands.

Detailed Description

Performs tasks such as, but not limited to, the following:

Operations & Procurement Management

• Oversee the procurement of direct and indirect materials required to support ongoing manufacturing operations.
• Ensure all purchasing and procurement activities strictly comply with company policies, procedures, and ethical standards.
• Maintain active communication with suppliers and internal teams to ensure prompt material deliveries and resolve operational bottlenecks.

Warehouse & Inventory Control

• Direct daily warehouse and receiving operations to ensure safe, efficient material handling, storage, and dispatch.
• Implement, monitor, and optimize inventory management control systems to maintain stock accuracy and optimize operational inventory levels.
• Align material availability with production schedules to prevent downtime while minimizing excess stock.

Regulatory, Customs & Compliance

• Manage import and export documentation to ensure full compliance with internal company policies and local regulatory authorities.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for local regulatory bodies, including Customs, tax authorities (GST/SST), the Department of Environment (DOE), and other relevant government agencies.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of regional trade regulations and compliance standards.
• Lead, mentor, and upskill team members by identifying training needs and implementing development programs.
• Build strong, collaborative relationships across internal departments (e.g., Production, Finance, Quality) and with external stakeholders.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Materials Management, or a related discipline.
• Experience: Minimum of 8 years of relevant experience in Supply Chain Management, Warehouse Operations, or Materials Management within a manufacturing context.

Technical Skills:

• Strong expertise in materials management, warehouse processes, and inventory control systems.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Hands-on experience with ERP systems, preferably SAP / S4 HANA.
• Compliance Knowledge: Deep familiarity with Customs regulations, import/export procedures, and GST/SST compliance.
• Soft Skills: Excellent problem-solving, communication, and decision‑making skills with a track record of effective team leadership in a fast‑paced environment