Team Leader Global Supply Chain Purchasing

VAT GROUP; Batu Kawan; On-site; MYR 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading vacuum technology company located in Batu Kawan is seeking a Team Leader for Global Supply Chain Purchasing. The role emphasizes developing and executing supply chain strategies while managing supplier relationships. Candidates should possess a bachelor's degree in supply chain management and have significant global procurement experience. Responsibilities include leading a team, optimizing supply chain processes, and driving performance improvements. This position offers career development opportunities in a diverse, fast-paced environment.

Benefits

Career and personal development opportunities

Training programs

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in procurement or supply chain, with at least 3 years in a global role.
• Strong negotiation and contract management skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, multicultural environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of buyers to manage purchase orders and procurement.
• Monitor material constraints and flow issues.
• Guide Global Buyers handling local and international purchases.
• Prepare purchasing reports and maintain clear records.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Analytical skills

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management or related field

Tools

ERP systems

D365 Microsoft environment

Job description

Overview

Location: Batu Kawan, MY

Employment Type: Permanent

Be GREAT TOGETHER WITH US. Innovation, Efficiency and Ambition: this is what VAT has stood for over 50 years. VAT has grown to become the leading international developer, manufacturer and supplier of high-performance high-end vacuum valves and vacuum sealing technology, employing over 2000 people worldwide. The headquarters are located in Haag (Switzerland), with production centers in Switzerland, Malaysia, Romania and Taiwan.

Team Leader, Global Supply Chain Purchasing is responsible for developing and executing global supply chain purchasing of goods and services while maintaining quality, compliance, and timely delivery. This role involves managing supplier relationships, driving supply chain constraints, ensuring on-time deliveries, purchase order management and collaborating with cross-functional teams to optimize the supply chain.

Responsibilities

• Ensure Material Availability & Supply Chain Optimization
  • Lead a team of buyers to manage purchase orders and procurement.
  • Follow Min-Max and STA plans to avoid shortages and excess inventory.
  • Work with SCP to create prioritization plans for material allocation when supply is limited.
  • Ensure supplier commitment and timely updates of Demand & Supply reports.
  • Fix bottlenecks and improve material flow.
  • Trigger and work with SCP for efficient supply chain models (supplier links, replenishment, transit times).
• Control Tower Process
  • Monitor material constraints and flow issues to complete the required Clear To Build.
  • Collaborate with SCP to reduce lead time and cost of goods.
  • Support strategic projects to improve supply chain scalability.
• Lead and Mentor Team
  • Guide Global Buyers handling local and international purchases.
  • Build a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.
  • Create competency matrix for Global Buyers.
  • Identify skill gaps and run training programs (e.g., MRP, inventory analysis, negotiation).
• Reporting and KPIs
  • Prepare purchasing reports and maintain clear records for Purchase Orders.
  • Ensure all Purchase Order KPIs are met and drive process improvements.

Minimum Qualification

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, Business Administration, or related field.

Preferred Qualification

• 7+ years of experience in procurement or supply chain, with at least 3 years in a global role. Experience in setting up a Global Business Support team will be an added advantage.
• Strong negotiation and contract management skills.
• Proficiency in ERP systems and procurement tools. Preferable in D365 Microsoft environment.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and leadership skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, multicultural environment.

VAT is an equal opportunity employer. We see ourselves as a responsible and far-sighted employer that offers not only jobs, but also career and personal development opportunities through various training programs. We recognize the value of employee diversity and provide equal employment opportunity for all qualified applications that contribute to innovation, improves customer orientation and employee satisfaction. One-step in this direction is to ensure that people are recognized and fairly compensated for their contributions to the company. In 2021, VAT received the Fair-ON-Pay+ certificate as an acknowledgement for our commitment in ensuring equal pay for equal work between men and women.