Supply Chain Manager

A leading manufacturing and production organisation in Bayan Lepas is seeking a Supply Chain Manager to oversee and optimise their supply chain and logistics operations.

This role offers you the opportunity to shape the company’s supply chain strategy, drive efficiency, and foster strong relationships with vendors and distributors. You will be joining a supportive environment where your expertise will be valued, and your professional growth encouraged through ongoing training opportunities. The organisation is committed to providing flexible working arrangements, generous pension contributions, and a culture that values inclusivity and collaboration. If you are passionate about supply chain management and eager to make a meaningful impact within a global business unit, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

• Take ownership of end-to-end supply chain operations, including procurement, planning, logistics, and inventory management, ensuring seamless production flow and timely delivery of finished goods.
• Enjoy flexible working opportunities and generous pension contributions while benefiting from continuous training programmes designed to enhance your skills and support your career progression.
• Work within an inclusive team environment where supportive leadership encourages knowledge sharing, collaboration, and personal development at every stage of your career journey.

What you'll do:

As a Supply Chain Manager based in Bayan Lepas, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the company’s supply chain strategy by overseeing procurement, planning, logistics activities, inventory management, supplier development, contract review, import/export declarations, ERP implementation support, reporting on excess & obsolete stock, building materials teams for production transfers, embedding lean concepts into daily operations, recruiting/training/developing staff members. Your day-to-day responsibilities will involve collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless production flow; monitoring key performance indicators; implementing programmes that balance schedule flexibility with cost targets; managing logistics activities from material storage/distribution through finished product shipment; reviewing purchase orders/contracts for compliance; conducting cycle counts; handling inter-company orders; developing new suppliers in low-cost regions; controlling site inventory budgets; preparing regular reports on slow-moving/obsolete stock; supporting ERP system rollout; building/training materials teams for production transfers; ensuring lean principles are applied throughout operations; recruiting/training/developing staff members. Success in this role requires excellent organisational skills combined with strong interpersonal abilities—enabling you to connect with colleagues across departments while driving process improvements that benefit both the business unit and its customers.

• Manage, control, and direct all activities related to procurement, planning, and supply chain management while guiding staff towards achieving operational excellence.
• Monitor and report on strategic KPIs such as inventory turns, vendor performance (on-time delivery, quality, cost reduction), operational material savings, and other key metrics to ensure targets are met.
• Develop and implement programmes that maximise schedule flexibility while minimising inventory exposure and maintaining performance against cost targets; provide support for critical expedite requests as needed.
• Oversee daily logistics activities within the factory including master planning, procurement storage and distribution of materials, as well as the storage and shipment of finished products.
• Review purchase order claims and contracts promptly to ensure compliance with company policies and procedures.
• Ensure periodic scheduled cycle counts are conducted efficiently to maintain accurate inventory records.
• Manage import and export declarations in accordance with regulatory requirements to facilitate smooth international operations.
• Handle inter-company order management processes to ensure effective coordination between business units.
• Lead efforts in developing new suppliers in low-cost regions to expand sourcing options and improve cost efficiency.
• Monitor site inventory budgets closely and take proactive actions to keep them under control while supporting ERP system implementation at the Penang factory.
• Prepare weekly/monthly reports for slow-moving and obsolete stock (excess & obsolete), taking prompt action to handle obsolete materials responsibly.
• Build and train materials teams to support production transfer processes effectively while embedding lean concepts into daily execution.
• Recruit, train, develop, conduct performance evaluations, recognise achievements, and discipline assigned employees as required.

What you bring:

The ideal candidate for the Supply Chain Manager position brings extensive experience managing materials within multinational environments—demonstrating deep understanding of manufacturing practices alongside commodity expertise spanning electrics/electronics/mechanical parts. Your proven track record includes successful implementation/support of ERP systems (Navision) plus warehouse management solutions. You possess advanced analytical abilities enabling swift identification/resolution of process bottlenecks while maintaining meticulous attention-to-detail throughout reporting/documentation tasks using office software tools like Excel/Word/PPT. Your strong awareness of commercial practice/contract law empowers you to review purchase orders/contracts confidently—ensuring compliance at every stage. With exceptional English language skills facilitating clear communication across diverse stakeholder groups globally—you thrive within collaborative settings where supportive leadership encourages knowledge sharing/personal development. Your high level of commitment/responsibility ensures consistent achievement of organisational objectives while nurturing positive relationships among colleagues/vendors/distributors alike.

• Bachelor’s degree or above in Supply Chain Management, Logistics or related business education is required for this position.
• Minimum of 8 years’ experience in material management within a multinational company coupled with at least 3 years’ managerial experience overseeing teams.
• Comprehensive knowledge of manufacturing practices along with commodity expertise in electrics/electronics/mechanical parts is essential for success.
• Proven experience working with ERP systems (such as Navision) as well as warehouse management systems is highly desirable.
• Excellent analytical skills paired with a problem-solving mindset enable you to identify process improvements quickly while maintaining high standards of accuracy.
• High level of commitment combined with responsibility ensures you consistently deliver results aligned with organisational goals.
• Advanced proficiency in office software including Excel/Word/PPT supports efficient reporting/documentation tasks within the role.
• Strong awareness of commercial practice alongside contract law enables you to review purchase orders/contracts confidently for compliance purposes.
• Exceptional English language skills facilitate clear communication across internal/external stakeholders globally.

What sets this company apart:

This organisation stands out for its unwavering commitment to fostering an inclusive workplace culture where collaboration thrives. Employees enjoy flexible working opportunities tailored to individual needs alongside generous pension contributions that secure long-term financial wellbeing. Continuous training programmes empower team members to grow professionally, enhancing their skillsets while advancing their careers within a global business unit renowned for operational excellence. Supportive leadership prioritises knowledge sharing/personal development, creating an environment where everyone feels valued/respected regardless of background or experience level. The company’s dedication to responsible supply chain management extends beyond operational efficiency—embracing sustainable practices that benefit both employees/customers alike. By joining this team—you become part of a network focused on delivering outstanding results through shared commitment/empathy/togetherness every step of the way.

What's next:

If you are ready to take your supply chain expertise to new heights within an inclusive team environment, 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