Global Category Manager - Electronics (Strategic Sourcing)

• Hybrid Arrangement | (3 + 2 Days Work From Home)
• Global MNC | Regional Exposure (APAC/Europe)
  
  

About Our Client

A globally recognized life science and laboratory technology organization headquartered in Germany, supporting customers across pharmaceutical, biotechnology, diagnostics, healthcare, research, and industrial sectors worldwide. As part of its continued global growth strategy, the organization is expanding its manufacturing footprint in Malaysia through a new production facility in Penang.

Job Description

• Develop and execute global category strategies for electronics components and assemblies
• Manage sourcing activities covering PCBA, motors, displays, sensors, power supplies, cable & harness assemblies, fans, vacuum pumps, and box-build products
• Lead RFQ, RFI, and RFP activities in partnership with Engineering and Quality teams
• Evaluate, qualify, develop, and manage strategic suppliers globally
• Negotiate pricing, tooling investments, long-term agreements, lead times, and commercial terms
• Build should-cost models and conduct detailed cost breakdown analysis
• Drive annual cost reduction, value engineering, localization, and productivity initiatives
• Support supplier development, manufacturing readiness, and supplier capability improvement programs
• Monitor supplier performance across quality, delivery, cost, flexibility, and sustainability metrics
• Partner with R&D and Engineering teams on design-to-cost and design-for-manufacturing initiatives
  
  

The Successful Applicant

A Successful Category Manager Electronics Should Have

• Bachelor's Degree in Electronics Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Materials Science, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related technical discipline
• Minimum 5 years+ of experience in Category Management, Strategic Sourcing, Commodity Management, Procurement, or Supply Chain with a strong focus on electronics commodities
• Experience managing electronics categories such as PCBA, displays, sensors, motors, cable assemblies, power supplies, or electronic assemblies
• Strong understanding of electronics manufacturing processes, cost drivers, and supplier capabilities
• Demonstrated experience in supplier negotiation, category strategy development, supplier performance management, and cost optimization initiatives
• Experience with should-cost modelling, cost breakdown analysis, and total cost of ownership (TCO) methodologies
• Ability to interpret technical drawings and engineering specifications
• Strong stakeholder management, communication, and negotiation skills
• Fluent English & Mandarin communication skills with confidence engaging global stakeholders and suppliers
• Experience supporting cross-functional environments involving Engineering, R&D, Quality, Manufacturing, and Procurement teams
  
  

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary package aligned with global category leadership responsibilities
• 13th Month Fixed Bonus
• 16 Days Annual Leave
• Annual Flexible Claim Allowance
• Outpatient Medical Coverage
• Fully Claimable Transport Allowance
• Hybrid Working Arrangement
• Exposure to global stakeholders across Europe, Asia, and North America
• Strategic involvement in new Penang manufacturing expansion
• Opportunity to shape supplier localization and manufacturing readiness strategies
• High-visibility role within a global procurement organization
  
  

Quote job ref: JN-102026-7133262