Supply Chain Manager

Celestica Electronics (M) Sdn Bhd; Kulai; On-site; MYR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Celestica Inc. in Malaysia seeks a skilled Supply Chain Manager to oversee procurement, inventory, and warehousing within a manufacturing setting. You will ensure material flow, regulatory compliance, and efficient day‑to‑day operations to support production demands.

Responsibilities include supplier liaison, policy adherence, and inventory optimization aligned with production schedules. The role requires strong leadership and 8+ years in supply chain management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in SCM or related field required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee procurement of direct and indirect materials for manufacturing.
• Ensure purchasing complies with policies and ethical standards.
• Direct warehouse and inventory control to maintain accuracy and optimize stock.

Skills

Materials management

Warehouse processes

Inventory control

SAP / S4 HANA

MS Office

Regulatory compliance

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration or Supply Chain

Tools

SAP / S4 HANA

MS Excel

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

Consumer Electronics Manufacturing 1,001-5,000 employees

Headquartered in Toronto, Celestica Inc. is a global leader in high-reliability design, manufacturing, and supply chain solutions. We enable major brands to launch complex products in markets like Aerospace, Defense, HealthTech, and Industrial, driving a smarter, sustainable future.

In 2023, Celestica expanded its footprint with a new Design Centre in Penang, Malaysia. This strategic hub collaborates with our global engineering teams to develop cutting-edge Hardware Platform Solutions. The Penang team focuses on next-gen Networking, Storage, and Server technologies to power Cloud, AI, Machine Learning, Edge, and 5G deployments worldwide.

Headquartered in Toronto, Celestica Inc. is a global leader in high-reliability design, manufacturing, and supply chain solutions. We enable major brands to launch complex products in markets like Aerospace, Defense, HealthTech, and Industrial, driving a smarter, sustainable future.

In 2023, Celestica expanded its footprint with a new Design Centre in Penang, Malaysia. This strategic hub collaborates with our global engineering teams to develop cutting-edge Hardware Platform Solutions. The Penang team focuses on next-gen Networking, Storage, and Server technologies to power Cloud, AI, Machine Learning, Edge, and 5G deployments worldwide.