Senior / Strategic Sourcing Manager (New role based in Kulim High Tech Park)

2 days ago

Kulim, Kedah, Malaysia Watlow Full time 120,000 - 240,000 per year

About the Role

We are seeking a Manager / Senior Manager to lead sourcing strategies and supplier management for our In Gas Delivery / Thermal Solutions Product Platform processes. This position plays a key role in ensuring a resilient, optimized supply chain that supports the success of our in
Gas Delivery / Thermal Solutions operations
.

  • Candidate from semiconductor, aerospace, or technology-driven industries are highly recommended.

In this role, you will:

  • Develop and execute sourcing plans specific to Gas Delivery / Thermal Solutions technologies.
  • Manage supplier selection, qualification, contracting, and integration.
  • Build strong supplier partnerships to ensure quality, reliability, and cost efficiency.
  • Streamline and consolidate the supply base while applying best practices.
  • Drive productivity improvements that directly support business goals.
  • Mentor and guide team members to strengthen supply chain expertise.

Your Key Responsibilities

  • Understand end to end process of application, material, builds and customer base in order to create opportunity for growing margin on product platform.
  • Work with cross functional team members to support New Product Development and legacy business.
  • Pipeline support of value engineering changes for cost/efficiency savings.
  • Create opportunity through make vs buy reviews.
  • Identify alternative global suppliers to achieve best landed cost.
  • Align multiple sight builds with potential dual source and regional support.
  • Negotiate supply terms to ensure best value for Watlow obtained.
  • Continuous improvement for aligning best value material offering with quality, lead time and price to ensure maximum sales.

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Business, or related field (Master's preferred).
  • 8+ years of sourcing or supply chain management experience in an industrial manufacturing environment; OEM supplier experience strongly preferred.
  • Proven track record in strategic sourcing, supplier qualification, and contract negotiations.
  • Strong understanding of Gas Delivery / Thermal Solutions processes.

Desired Qualifications

  • Experience managing global suppliers and implementing supply base consolidation strategies.
  • Knowledge of quality systems, compliance standards, and regulatory requirements relevant to OEM manufacturing.
  • Strong analytical and financial skills to evaluate supplier performance, cost drivers, and total cost of ownership.
  • Excellent leadership skills with experience mentoring and developing teams.
  • Ability to collaborate cross-functionally with engineering, operations, and quality teams.
  • Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.

Additional Information Regarding to this Position:

  • Must be willing to work at
    Kulim High Tech Park, Kedah.
  • Individual contributor with managerial experiences.

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