Job Description

Req ID: 123643
Remote Position: Yes
Region: Asia
Country: Malaysia
State/Province: Johor
City: Johor Bahru - CJASummary

• Oversee the procurement of all direct and indirect materials required for manufacturing operations, ensuring compliance with company policies and standards.
• Manage inventory levels and implement control systems to maintain accuracy and optimal stock levels.
• Lead overall warehouse and receiving operations, ensuring seamless and efficient workflows

Detailed DescriptionPerforms tasks such as, but not limited to, the following:

• Ensure all purchases are conducted in compliance with company policies, procedures, and ethical standards.
• Manage the procurement of commodities aligned with strategic plans, focusing on cost-effectiveness, quality, and timely delivery.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with vendors and suppliers, ensuring prompt deliveries and resolving supply chain challenges.
• Negotiate pricing, contracts, and delivery terms to develop competitive yet collaborative vendor partnerships.
• Ensure import/export documentation complies with regulations from Local Authorities and internal company procedures.
• Oversee warehouse and receiving operations to ensure efficient material handling, storage, and dispatch.
• Implement and maintain inventory management systems to improve accuracy and support production needs.
• Identify and develop training programs to upskill team members and enhance operational efficiency.
• Effectively communicate with internal and external stakeholders across all levels, fostering collaboration and trust.

Knowledge/Skills/Competencies

• Educational Background: Degree in Business Studies, Purchasing, Materials Management, or a related field.
• Experience: At least 8 years of working experience in Supply Chain Management or equivalent roles in manufacturing.

Technical Skills:

• Strong understanding of materials management and inventory control systems.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and experience with SAP/S4 systems (preferred).

Soft Skills:

• Excellent negotiation and communication abilities to foster effective relationships.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills in a fast-paced environment.

• Compliance Knowledge: Familiarity with Customs regulations and GST/SST compliance is essential.
• Authority Liaison: Ability to manage and coordinate with local authorities such as Customs, SST, DOE, and others.

NotesThis job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities of the position. Employees are held accountable for all duties of the job. Job duties and the % of time identified for any function are subject to change at any time.Celestica is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on any protected status (including race, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran or disability status or other characteristics protected by law).
At Celestica we are committed to fostering an inclusive, accessible environment, where all employees and customers feel valued, respected and supported. Special arrangements can be made for candidates who need it throughout the hiring process. Please indicate your needs and we will work with you to meet them.COMPANY OVERVIEW:
Celestica (NYSE, TSX: CLS) enables the world's best brands. Through our recognized customer-centric approach, we partner with leading companies in Aerospace and Defense, Communications, Enterprise, HealthTech, Industrial, Capital Equipment and Energy to deliver solutions for their most complex challenges. As a leader in design, manufacturing, hardware platform and supply chain solutions, Celestica brings global expertise and insight at every stage of product development - from drawing board to full-scale production and after-market services for products from advanced medical devices, to highly engineered aviation systems, to next-generation hardware platform solutions for the Cloud. Headquartered in Toronto, with talented teams spanning 40+ locations in 13 countries across the Americas, Europe and Asia, we imagine, develop and deliver a better future with our customers.Celestica would like to thank all applicants, however, only qualified applicants will be contacted.
Celestica does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies or fee based recruitment services.

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