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• 23 Oct 2026

  Senior Manager, Indirect Sourcing

  Malaysia

  Permanent Position

  Global leader in the medical technology industry, renowned for its innovative healthcare solutions that improve millions of lives worldwide. With a strong presence across more than 100 countries, the company offers a collaborative, innovation-driven culture and excellent opportunities for career growth and leadership development.
  Job Description

  • Provide strategic leadership to senior management by driving world-class indirect sourcing practices and identifying continuous improvement opportunities.
  • Develop and execute sourcing strategies across key indirect categories, including Facilities, Logistics, and MRO.
  • Develop annual sourcing plans, establish procurement objectives, analyze spend data, and align sourcing strategies with business priorities.
  • Lead, coach, and develop the Indirect Sourcing team while supporting business growth and strengthening collaboration with Global Category Managers.
  • Drive supplier management initiatives to ensure supply continuity, minimize risks, and improve supplier performance.
  • Lead cross-functional teams to gather business requirements and translate them into sourcing strategies.
  • Manage the end-to-end strategic sourcing process, including:
    • Request for Information (RFI)
    • Request for Proposal (RFP)
    • Supplier evaluation and selection
    • Commercial negotiations
    • Contract management and execution
  • Deliver measurable cost savings and value creation through strategic sourcing and Procure-to-Pay (P2P) optimization, including contracts, catalogs, and buying channels.
  • Establish a culture of continuous improvement while ensuring compliance with company quality systems, procurement policies, and applicable regulatory requirements.
  • Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders and regional procurement teams to standardize sourcing processes and leverage best practices across sites.

  Expires on 23 Dec 2026

  Posted By

  TAN Hui Shin

  Tel: 0143689596

  huishin.tan@peoplefirst.jobs

  apply now

  Requirements

  • Bachelor's Degree in Business, Supply Chain, Engineering, or a related discipline. A Master's degree in Business Management is preferred.
  • More than 15 years of experience in Indirect Procurement or Strategic Sourcing.
  • Strong experience managing indirect spend categories, particularly Facilities, Logistics, and MRO.
  • Experience working in a multinational manufacturing environment.
  • Minimum 5 years of people management experience leading procurement or sourcing teams.
  • Proven experience in:
    • Strategic Sourcing
    • Category Management
    • Stakeholder Management
    • Supplier & Vendor Management
    • Commercial Negotiation
    • Process Re-engineering
    • Change Management
  • Strong communication, leadership, analytical, and influencing skills.