Supply Chain Manager

Verdant Solar; Petaling Jaya; On-site; MYR 150,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

Verdant Solar in Malaysia is seeking an experienced Supply Chain Manager to lead procurement, logistics, and inventory control for residential and commercial solar projects. You will develop strategies, optimize costs, manage supplier relationships, and mentor a growing team to ensure on-time, cost-efficient delivery across multiple sites.

The role requires 8+ years in supply chain with ERP experience, strong leadership, and a data-driven approach to decision making in a dynamic energy sector.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years of experience in supply chain management, with procurement and logistics exposure.
• Hands-on experience supervising warehouse operations and coordinating logistics.
• Experience sourcing suppliers, negotiating contracts, and managing performance.
• Familiar with ERP systems and supply chain tools.
• Strong analytical and leadership abilities with a data-driven mindset.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement procurement strategies aligned with project delivery and company goals.
• Forecast demand with Sales and Project teams; maintain optimal inventory levels.
• Manage supplier relationships and negotiate contracts to ensure timely deliveries.
• Oversee warehousing, receiving, storing, and distribution for projects.
• Lead and mentor the supply chain team; monitor KPIs and drive continuous improvement.

Skills

Supply chain leadership

Procurement strategies

Inventory management

Forecasting

Cost optimization

Team management

Data-driven decisions

Vendor relationships

Operations planning

Cross-functional collaboration

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

We are an established Solar company driven by a group of passionate individuals to inspire sustainable living among Malaysians by reducing electricity bill commitment & creating a greener world via NEM Solar PV.

We are currently looking for a Supply Chain Manager to join our team!

Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement procurement strategies aligned with project delivery and company goals, ensuring material availability while minimizing waste and obsolescence. Manage cost initiatives and control purchasing budgets to support competitive pricing.
• Collaborate with Sales and Project teams to accurately forecast demand, maintain optimal inventory levels, and optimise purchasing strategies.
• Proactively find solutions to clear slow-moving stock, ensuring inventory remains agile and cost-effective. Analyse market trends in the solar sector, identifying potential supply chain risks and opportunities (including material prices and shipping costs).
• Oversee and coordinate the delivery of materials from warehouses to project sites. Working closely with suppliers, Project teams, and transporters to ensure timely and efficient deliveries.
• Working closely with third-party service providers to manage receiving, storing, and distributing goods, while implementing inventory control systems to maintain accurate stock levels. Ensure warehouse KPIs are met including safety, security, and compliance with health and safety standards in warehouse facilities. Conduct regular inventory audits and address any discrepancies.
• Coordinate and manage transportation fleets and third-party logistics providers, ensuring smooth logistics operations from incoming shipments to final delivery at project sites. This includes developing the optimum cost strategy for warehouse and logistics operations covering our operations in all regions.
• Identify and secure new warehouses, suppliers for solar PV equipment and components, as well as logistics and skylift partners, expanding the supply chain network to support business growth and operational efficiency.
  Manage relationships with local and international suppliers, negotiating contracts, and ensuring timely deliveries, while continuously evaluating supplier performance.
• Develop and monitor KPIs for supply chain operations, aligning with business growth targets.
• Lead and mentor the supply chain team, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and customer-centric innovation.
• Implement and manage advanced logistics software and technologies to enhance supply chain visibility and efficiency for residential project deliveries.

Requirements:

• Minimum of 8 years of experience in supply chain management, with proven track record in managing procurement and logistics for both B2C and B2B operations, preferably in the energy or construction industry.
• Hands-on experience in supervising warehouse operations, coordinating logistics, and managing transportation fleets.
• Experience in sourcing suppliers, negotiating contracts, and managing supplier performance.
• Strong knowledge of supply chain best practices and technologies, with a focus on residential market applications.
• Experience with ERP systems, and other relevant supply chain management tools.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with a data-driven approach to decision-making.
• Strong leadership abilities and experience in team management, with a track record of driving performance through effective team management.
• Familiarity with the solar PV sector, particularly in residential and commercial markets, including an understanding of relevant regulations and market trends will be beneficial.
• Proficiency in English, Bahasa Malaysia, and Mandarin to serve Mandarin-speaking customers; additional languages are a plus.