Save Job Back to Search Job Description Summary Similar JobsHybrid Arrangement | (3 + 2 Days Work From Home)Global MNC | Regional Exposure (APAC/Europe)About Our Client A well‑established multinational organisation operating within a technical and regulated industrial environment, with a strong global presence across Asia‑Pacific, Europe, and the Americas. The business supports customers in research‑driven, quality‑critical, and precision‑dependent settings, where reliability, compliance, and consistency are essential.Job DescriptionDefine, implement, and execute the global category strategy for mechanical components and assemblies, aligned with business, quality.Lead sourcing and supplier strategy across Asia, with particular focus on Southeast Asia and China.Manage RFQ/RFI/RFP processes for mechanical parts and assemblies in close collaboration with Engineering and Quality teams.Drive cost optimisation through should‑cost modelling, cost breakdown analysis, and fact‑based negotiations.Develop and maintain strategic supplier relationships to ensure competitiveness, resilience, and technical capability.Partner with R&D, Operations, Quality, Supply Chain, and Finance on NPI/NPD projects, manufacturability assessments, and cost input.Support supplier readiness and risk mitigation in preparation for future manufacturing scale‑up in Malaysia.The Successful ApplicantA successful Global Category Manager - Mechanics should have:A Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Materials Science, Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain, or a related technical discipline.4-8+ years of experience in global procurement, category management, or strategic sourcing, with strong exposure to mechanical components and assemblies.Solid technical understanding of mechanical manufacturing processes such as machining, sheet metal fabrication, casting, forging, and surface treatment.Proven experience with should‑cost analysis, cost breakdowns, and value‑based negotiation.Experience working with suppliers in Southeast Asia and China.Ability to operate independently in a global, matrix organisation as a senior individual contributor.Excellent communication skills in English; Mandarin proficiency (spoken, read, written) is mandatory.Hands‑on, analytical, and commercially minded, with strong ownership and accountability.What's on OfferCompetitive Salary package13 Months Salary Package (Fixed Bonus)Annual Flexible Benefits Allowance.Fully claimable parking.Outpatient medical coverage (employee).Comprehensive medical coverage, and hospitalisation benefits.Group insurance coverage, including life and personal protection.Exposure to global stakeholders and strategic procurement initiatives.Permanent position offering stability and career growth opportunities.If you are a technically strong procurement professional who enjoys combining engineering insight with strategic sourcing at global scale, this is an excellent opportunity to take on a visible and impactful role within an international organisation!ContactKai Jiunn LiongQuote job refJN-042026-7001745Phone number+603 2302 4071Job summaryFunctionProcurement & Supply ChainSpecialisationIndirect ProcurementWhat is your area of specialisation?Industrial / ManufacturingLocationPenangContract TypePermanentConsultant nameKai Jiunn LiongConsultant contact+603 2302 4071Job ReferenceJN-042026-7001745Work from HomeWork from Home or Hybrid
