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Regional Indirect Sourcing Manager

MY-Batu Kawan [2700] (2703)Full-time2026-02-25 → 2026-10-24
Based in Malaysia

Core

Develop and execute sourcing strategies for indirect categories (IT, HR, construction, facilities, lab equipment, professional services) to drive cost competitiveness and manage supplier relationships for strategic capital projects.

Role type

Senior Indirect Procurement Sourcing Manager

Builds

Strategic supplier solutions and procurement plans for capital projects and indirect goods/services

Domain

Industrial manufacturing / Indirect Procurement

Required skills

Strategic sourcing, supplier management, contract negotiation, spend analysis, stakeholder collaboration, risk management, continuous improvement, category management, eProcurement tools, market analysis

Preferred skills

MBA or Master's degree, CPSM/CPM/PMP certification, leadership, innovation, attention to detail, end-to-end procurement process expertise, legal/regulatory compliance knowledge, strategic mindset, business acumen, fluent English

Technologies

eProcurement tools, eSourcing tools

Responsibilities

Develop procurement strategies and present to leadership; Plan and control business/contracts/negotiations for indirect goods; Drive supplier contract management and negotiations; Build a robust supply network; Represent procurement on cross-functional teams; Define and monitor supplier performance metrics; Evaluate cost and quality benchmarks; Develop strategic procurement plans; Coordinate early supplier involvement in service designs

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC with strategic influence