If you thrive in fast-moving commodities environments and have a talent for turning market intelligence into commercial advantage, this could be the role for you. Our client, a leading industrial manufacturer with operations across Southeast Asia, is looking for a commercially astute Regional Procurement Manager based in Klang Valley.
Why Apply?
This is not a back-office procurement role. You'll be at the forefront of regional decision-making, shaping sourcing strategy across a dynamic commodities landscape with genuine scope, senior stakeholder exposure, and real business impact - this is it.
The Role
A hands-on yet strategic position, you'll be responsible for:
- Developing and executing regional procurement strategies for raw materials
- Negotiating pricing, terms, and long-term supply agreements leveraging regional buying power
- Monitoring commodity markets and price trends to support cost management decisions
- Managing strategic supplier relationships across Southeast Asia and globally
- Driving cost reduction initiatives and alternative sourcing strategies
- Collaborating with manufacturing, engineering, logistics, and finance teams across multiple markets
- Ensuring compliance with procurement policies and ethical sourcing standards
What We're Looking For
Bringing the right balance of commercial acumen and regional expertise, you'll have:
- A degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Business, or a related discipline
- 8-12+ years of procurement experience, with a regional scope preferred
- Sourcing experience in copper, aluminium, and polymer resins within an industrial or manufacturing environment
- Strong knowledge of Southeast Asian markets
- Prior regional procurement management experience is highly advantageous
- Excellent negotiation and cross-cultural communication skills
- Proficiency in ERP systems (SAP preferred) and advanced Excel
- Fluency in English; additional Southeast Asian languages are a bonus
- Willingness to travel across the region
Ready to make your next career move? Apply now and let your expertise shape regional strategy.
JTK Number: JTKSM 995 | Company Registration Number: 201301019088 (1048918-T)