Job Description

SUMMARY OF THE ROLEWe're seeking a Group Purchasing Senior Category Executive for raw material categories to ensure the Jotun network has a steady supply of necessary materials at competitive terms to operate efficiently by executing category strategies and action plans in line with the Group Purchasing Category Management Concept to deliver on the purchasing objectives and contribute in the best possible way to the long-term competitiveness of Jotun.This position will report directly to Group Purchasing Senior Category Manager, and will be based in Glenmarie, Malaysia.Responsibilities:Manage assigned raw material categories by executing strategic and tactical work per the Group Purchasing Category Management Concept in close cooperation with the relevant Group Purchasing Senior Category Manager to ensure an effective purchasing process and to deliver on the purchasing objectives Continuity of Supply, Competitive Terms, Value Creation and Sustainable Sourcing.Ensure all purchasing activities are conducted in line with the Jotun Purchasing Policy to safeguard the integrity of the function and contribute to a professional and responsible Jotun image in line with company strategy.Negotiate with raw material suppliers together with the Group Purchasing Senior Category Manager on a regular basis in line with the category strategies and the current market developments as identified through market Intelligence work and input from the Group Purchasing to deliver effectively on the purchasing strategies.Establish and maintain good relationships with key suppliers in line with the category strategy by keeping regular, close contact with relevant suppliers to ensure and achieve continuity of supplies, competitive terms, value creation and sustainable sourcing for the Jotun.Ensure timely implementation of Supplier Audits/ Assessments in all regions for ensuring compliance with Jotuns Values, Jotun Business Principles, Jotun Anti-corruption Policy, UN Global Compact principles as well as HSEQ requirements.Contribute to effective cross-functional collaboration with other relevant stakeholders in Jotun to obtain innovative, cost-effective, and competitive solutions from suppliers.Ensure alignment to category strategies from local/regional purchasing departments by communicating agreements and following up on agreement compliance to deliver on the purchasing objectives and category targets.Assist in providing the necessary tools, training, and support to the local purchasing organizations to improve their efficiency and effectiveness continuouslyAssist in providing the necessary support related to new/ innovation projects in close collaboration with other relevant stakeholders in the region.WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR AND WHAT WE OFFERQualifications

• Bachelors Degree from Business Administration, Business Management or Supply Chain Management with a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience required.
• Preferably have experience and knowledge in Purchasing.
• Good communication in English for speaking, reading and writing.
• Strong communication, negotiation skills, and market and data analysis.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint) and PowerBI

Personal Qualities

• Acts on own initiative, makes things happen and accepts responsibility for the results.
• Builds a useful network of contacts and relationships and utilizes it to achieve objectives.
• Uses a methodical and systematic approach; plans ahead, defines clear priorities and allocates resources effectively.
• Quickly understands and analyzes complex issues and problems; comes up with sound and rational judgments.
• Communicates in a clear, precise and structured way; speaks with authority and conviction; presents effectively.
• Adheres to company rules and procedures; executes plans with commitment and determination; achieves high quality results.

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation and benefits.
• Continuous learning opportunities and training activities through on-the-job training and our in-house learning Jotun Academy.
• Career development opportunities across multiple disciplines and geographies.
• Leaders who focus on engaging and enabling their team, proven by consistently high employee feedback scores.
• A supportive and inclusive company culture where you can be your authentic self.
• A focus on having fun together through team buildings and social activities.

POSITION INFORMATIONCompany: Jotun Paints (Malaysia) Sdn. Bhd.Contract Type: RegularTime Type: Full timeCLOSING DATE (dd.mm.yyyy): 17.02.2025WHO WE ARESeeing a prominent market in South East Asia (SEAP), Jotun opened its first factory in Thailand in 1968. Rapid economic development in the region led to new companies and factories in countries such as Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia, Vietnam, Philippines, Myanmar, Cambodia and Australia. Jotun SEAP has been awarded a Korn Ferry Engaged Performance Award for year 2019, in recognition of achieving a best-in-class level of Enablement. We are proud to have an incredibly diversified region with more than 2,000 employees that come from different nationality and background, working together in delivering profitable growth. Throughout our history, we have focused in providing our employees with meaningful and challenging work, rewarding them through continued learning and development, underpinned by our values of Loyalty, Care, Respect and Boldness.Jotun Malaysia and Singapore were established in 1983 and 1971, respectively. With the consolidation of Jotun Malaysia & Singapore in 2016, the organisation has consistently delivered strong growth and profitability to become today one of the main contributors to our business in the South East Asia and Pacific region. The company operates three factories in Shah Alam and Nilai and has a wide network of offices and warehouses across Malaysia and Singapore, providing efficient and timely response to our customers. Our aim is to develop employees through a culture of continuous feedback, learning and growth.Visit our to know more about life at Jotun.Jotuns company culture welcomes and values differences in people. Our more than 10,200 employees on all continents represent 90 nationalities, four generations and diversity of professions, gender, abilities, ethnicities, beliefs, cultures etc. We are committed to represent the societies we operate in, promoting equality, equity and zero-tolerance for discrimination.If you are applying to a position and require any additional support in the interview process, please let us know how we can accommodate this.If you think that this role is what you could be doing next, apply now!

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