Sourcing Lead

About the role

As the Sourcing Lead at ALPHAESS MALAYSIA SDN. BHD., you will play a crucial role in driving the company's procurement strategy and ensuring the seamless supply of materials and services. Based in Kulim, Kedah, this full-time position will see you working closely with cross-functional teams to identify and secure the most cost-effective and reliable sources of supply.



Responsibilities include, but are not limited as follows :-

• Source, develop and negotiation with qualified suppliers on price efficiency, quality effective and sustainable materials supply to productions.
• Manage contract with suppliers, formulate strategy to optimize productions cost.
• Maintain a good cooperative relationship with suppliers; conduct regular performance evaluation and assessment of suppliers.


What you'll be doing

Lead the Sourcing team to perform on materials development and price maintenance, contract management and cost optimization.

Formulate strategy on raw materials procurement and implementation under the qualified supplier list.

Make inquiries and price comparison and negotiations with suppliers in accordance to company's procedures and ensure purchase prices are reasonable.

Carry out price negotiation on the procurement needs from other departments, and produce price review report

Have relevant professional knowledge and be able to assist in product selection.

Be able to complete the cost accounting of purchased goods and the annual cost reduction task.

Responsible for the business guidance of the employees of the department; supervise and evaluate the work performance of subordinates.

Responsible for the development of various tasks of the Sourcing team, personnel deployment, work arrangements, etc.

Other task assigned by superior from time to time.


What we're looking for

Proven track record in a sourcing or procurement leadership role at least 5 years experiences, preferably within the Engineering Manufacturing industry.

Excellent negotiation and vendor management skills, with the ability to build strong relationships with suppliers

Proficiency in data analysis, cost modelling, and strategic decision-making

Strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills to address complex supply chain challenges

Adept at collaborating with cross-functional teams and aligning procurement activities with broader business objectives

Familiarity with procurement best practices, industry regulations, and the latest trends in supply chain management

Knowledges in engineering drawing, inventory management and material handling equipment.

Required familiar skills experiences in SAP, ERP and Microsoft Office tools.

Possess good communication skills and able to work together in a team and strong interpersonal and conflict resolution skills

Positive, time sensitive and good attitude towards job and able to work at a fast-paced environment

Strong ethics, reliability and work independently