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Category Manager / Strategic Buyer (Machinery Capex) – B. Braun Medical Industries, S/B – Bayan Lepas, Penang, Malaysia. This role is integral to our procurement function, driving category strategy, supplier management, and value creation across our machinery Capex portfolio.

• Develop and execute category strategy in partnership with business stakeholders and global procurement.
• Perform deep business requirement analysis and value chain assessment to pinpoint cost savings and improvement opportunities.
• Leverage supplier market knowledge to identify and introduce innovations.
• Manage the Source to Contract process: plan and conduct competitive tenders, negotiate contracts, and supervise ad‑hoc procurement activities.
• Oversee supplier management, including regular business reviews, KPI development, and performance improvement.
• Monitor supplier capacity, financial stability, quality and technical capability, and implement risk‑mitigation plans.
• Administer purchase requisition approvals and report on cost savings aligned with annual targets.
• Collaborate closely with business stakeholders, maintaining compliance with integrity standards and B. Braun’s code of conduct.
• Lead or support projects to challenge existing sourcing processes, deliver operational excellence, and generate new sourcing opportunities.

• Bachelor’s degree in any discipline. Minimum 8 years of experience as a Strategic Buyer in CAPEX and production‑related categories.
• Proven negotiation and procurement expertise with a track record of delivering measurable results.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Analytical mindset with the ability to evaluate data and provide actionable recommendations.
• Experience in supplier performance management and relationship building.
• Contract management proficiency with stakeholders and suppliers.
• Exposure to sustainability initiatives within a procurement category.

• Hybrid work arrangement.
• Employee incentive scheme.
• Training and development programs.
• Meal subsidy and onsite convenience store.
• Onsite fitness facilities and recreational activities.
• Medical, dental and optical insurance.
• Travel allowance.
• Retirement fund.

Apply online through our careers portal. The Talent Acquisition team will review your CV and contact you for interviews if you meet the requirements. We value diversity and inclusion and welcome applicants from all backgrounds.