Supply Chain Manager

Benchmark; Penang; On-site; MYR 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading electronics firm located in Penang, Malaysia is seeking a Supply Chain Manager. The role involves managing a team of analysts, coordinating with suppliers and manufacturing sites, and developing effective supply chain strategies. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of experience in a similar role and possess strong analytical and organizational skills. This position offers a dynamic work environment with opportunities for career growth.

Qualifications

• Min 5 years of experience as a Supply Chain Manager in an EMS or Manufacturing environment.
• Experience in handling electronics/electro-mechanical components.
• Able to independently drive solutions to complex planning issues.

Responsibilities

• Manage a team of supply chain analysts to achieve competitive pricing.
• Coordinate with manufacturing sites for supply chain efficiency.
• Assist in establishing and implementing department policies.

Skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Financial understanding

Project management

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Materials/Supply Chain Management or equivalent

Tools

MRP systems (preferably Baan)

Job description

Responsibilities

• Manage a team of supply chain analysts in organizing and executing the procurement activities with the objective of achieving the most competitive price and effective supply chain for the organization.
• Manage supplier base to ensure quality level, cost improvement and supply efficiency.
• Coordinate with selected manufacturing sites to organize supply chain efficiency.
• Develop strategies in conjunction with the goals assigned by the organization.
• Assist in the establishment and implementation of department policies and procedures.
• Perform other miscellaneous duties as assigned.
• Support program and customer to achieve time to market requirement.
• Collaborate with other departments such as procurement, commodity team and supplier development engineers to identify and qualify new suppliers.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree/ Post Graduate Diploma/ Professional Degree in Materials/ Supply Chain Management or equivalent.
• Min 5 years of experience as a Supply Chain Manager, in an EMS or Manufacturing environment.
• Familiar with MRP systems, preferably Baan.
• Experience in handling electronics / electro-mechanical components.
• Effective analytical, planning and organizational skills.
• Effective interpersonal skills with employees and customers.
• Strong financial understanding, risk analysis ability, relationship-building and project management.
• Able to independently drive solutions to complex planning issues with limited supervision