Supply Chain Manager

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Supply Chain Manager to join a forward-thinking manufacturing and production organisation based in Perai.

This Supply Chain Manager role is perfect for someone who thrives on building meaningful supplier relationships, ensuring seamless new product introductions, and driving cost-effective sourcing strategies. You will play a pivotal part in supporting the company’s growth by identifying reliable suppliers, conducting market surveys, and collaborating closely with cross-functional teams such as R&D and Engineering. The organisation offers flexible working opportunities, ongoing training, and a supportive leadership team that values your input and encourages professional development. If you are passionate about supply chain excellence and want to make a tangible impact within a collaborative environment, this is the ideal next step for your career.

• Enjoy flexible working opportunities and continuous training to enhance your professional skills while contributing to impactful projects.
• Be part of a supportive leadership team that values collaboration, knowledge sharing, and personal growth within an inclusive workplace culture.
• Work at the heart of strategic sourcing initiatives, where your expertise will directly influence cost reduction efforts and supplier partnerships.

What you'll do:

As a Supply Chain Manager, you will be entrusted with overseeing the end-to-end sourcing process for new product introductions while ensuring that all material requirements are met efficiently. Your day-to-day responsibilities will involve analysing material needs, identifying reliable suppliers through diligent market research, and negotiating favourable terms that align with organisational goals. You will work hand-in-hand with R&D and Engineering teams to select appropriate components, drive value engineering initiatives aimed at cost reduction, and manage supplier relationships to maintain high standards of quality. Additionally, you will coordinate complex tasks such as LED crossover requests, gather competitor data sheets for specification reviews, and support supplier qualification processes. Success in this role requires strong analytical abilities, excellent communication skills, and a proactive approach to problem-solving within a collaborative team environment.

• Provide comprehensive sourcing support for all new product introduction activities, ensuring materials are available for smooth NPI analysis and project execution.
• Analyse and perform strategic sourcing on required materials and products, including reviewing preliminary specifications to ensure alignment with business needs.
• Identify suitable suppliers who can deliver long-term commercial benefits through sustainable partnerships focused on quality and value.
• Investigate potential suppliers by conducting thorough market surveys to secure competitive pricing without compromising on quality standards.
• Deliver insightful market intelligence reports on both new and existing suppliers, commodities, materials, or technologies to inform procurement decisions.
• Collaborate closely with R&D and Engineering teams to develop and select optimal components or material platforms that meet technical requirements.
• Perform value engineering or value analysis on current materials to support annual cost reduction KPIs and localisation initiatives across the supply chain.
• Review contract manufacturer gating lists and provide sourcing as well as price review support for electrical and electronic items supplied to contract manufacturers.
• Coordinate LED crossover requests with existing suppliers by gathering detailed part specifications and pricing information for effective comparison.
• Collect data from suppliers to fulfil end customer requirements during supplier qualification processes for new LED supplier status.

What you bring:

In the role of Supply Chain Manager, your background should include hands-on experience managing complex sourcing activities within manufacturing or technology sectors. Your proven ability to evaluate supplier markets using both qualitative insights and quantitative data will be invaluable as you help shape procurement strategies. You bring strong communication skills that foster positive relationships across departments while ensuring everyone remains aligned towards shared objectives. Your analytical mindset allows you to dissect intricate material requirements quickly so that you can recommend practical solutions tailored to each project’s unique demands. Experience supporting cost reduction initiatives through value engineering demonstrates your commitment to operational efficiency. Furthermore, your familiarity with contract manufacturer interactions ensures seamless coordination when reviewing gating lists or negotiating prices. By leveraging these strengths alongside your enthusiasm for ongoing professional development, you will thrive in this collaborative environment.

• Demonstrated experience in supply chain management or strategic sourcing within a manufacturing or technology-driven environment is essential for success in this position.
• Proven ability to conduct thorough market surveys and analyse supplier capabilities to ensure optimal selection based on quality, cost, and reliability.
• Strong interpersonal skills that enable you to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams such as R&D, Engineering, and Procurement.
• Excellent analytical skills with the capacity to interpret complex data sets related to materials, costs, specifications, and supplier performance metrics.
• Experience in value engineering or value analysis projects aimed at achieving cost reductions while maintaining product integrity is highly desirable.
• A track record of managing multiple sourcing projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines in a fast-moving environment is important for this role.
• Familiarity with contract manufacturer processes including gating list reviews and price negotiations for electrical or electronic components is advantageous.
• Ability to prepare detailed reports summarising market intelligence findings on suppliers, commodities, or emerging technologies relevant to procurement decisions.
• Competence in coordinating technical requests such as LED crossover comparisons by collecting part specifications from various suppliers is beneficial.
• A commitment to continuous improvement through ongoing learning opportunities and active participation in training programmes offered by the organisation.

What sets this company apart:

This organisation stands out due to its unwavering commitment to employee development and workplace flexibility. Employees benefit from generous training opportunities designed to keep their skills sharp in an ever-evolving industry landscape. The leadership team fosters an inclusive atmosphere where every voice is heard—encouraging open communication across all levels of the business. Flexible working arrangements allow you to balance professional responsibilities with personal commitments more easily than ever before. The company’s dedication to nurturing talent means you’ll have access to mentorship programmes as well as regular feedback sessions aimed at helping you reach your full potential. With a focus on teamwork rather than hierarchy, employees enjoy genuine camaraderie while working together towards common goals. This supportive culture not only enhances job satisfaction but also drives collective success throughout the organisation.

What's next:

If you are ready to take the next step in your supply chain career within an organisation that values collaboration and professional growth, we encourage you to apply now!

Apply today by sending your CV to desmond.khoo@robertwalters.com.

Do note that we will only be in touch if your application is shortlisted.

Agensi Pekerjaan Robert Walters Sdn Bhd
Business Registration Number : 729828-T
Licence Number : JTKSM 423C