Procurement Director – Electronics & Semiconductors (Malaysia)
We are partnering with our client, a global leader in electronics and semiconductors, to appoint a Procurement Director for their Supply Chain Management function. This high-impact role leads the purchasing/procurement hub for capital equipment across multiple sites, driving a differentiated customer experience, profitable growth, and transformational change. You will steer strategy and day‑to‑day buying activities, inventory management, and contract execution, while mentoring a diverse global team and engaging regularly with senior stakeholders and key customers.
Key Skills & Expertise
- Supply Chain & Manufacturing Expertise – Deep understanding of end‑to‑end SCM and manufacturing processes to support complex electronics and semiconductor operations.
- Customer & Business Insight – Strong knowledge of customer organizations, products and processes to align procurement strategies with their supply chain needs.
- Commercial & Contract Management – Extensive commercial acumen to ensure compliance with customer and supplier contracts and deliver world‑class solutions.
- Leadership of Global Teams – Proven ability to lead, manage, train and motivate a diverse global team, including planning, inventory control and customer‑focused functions.
- Cross‑Functional Project Leadership – Skilled at driving cross‑functional initiatives with SCM, operations and business units for optimal customer and shareholder outcomes.
- Regulatory & Import/Export Knowledge – Understanding of import/export, regulatory and labor requirements across Asia to enable seamless purchasing operations.
- Advanced Purchasing Models – Experience with Lean and MRP‑based procurement systems, plus strong financial acumen to support profitable growth.
If you are a seasoned procurement leader (15+ years’ supply chain experience in ODM/EMS environments) and ready to shape our client’s global SCM strategy, we would be pleased to discuss this opportunity with you.