Total 2 Manager level Purchasing / Procurement / Inventory job vacancies in Batu Caves

The Process Control Manager is responsible for ensuring strong process governance across business process in warehouse and finished goods (FG) operations, inventory control activities, and site control for component, product, and scrap movement, ensuring compliance with intellectual property (IP) controls. The role includes managing high-value scrap crushing operations, leading a team of process control analysts, and ensuring compliance through audits and controls. The successful candidate will ensure quality compliance through effective process control, drive process innovation through Kaizen, SGA, and MPC participation, oversee employee refresher training and 6S program compliance, and maintain a focus on TPM control. A strong background in problem-solving, lean manufacturing, Six Sigma certification, and expertise in DMAIC methodology, combined with good organizational skills, strategic thinking, and strong stakeholder management, is essential.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and govern process operations across warehouse and FG inventory controls, ensuring consistency, accuracy, and quality compliance.
• Manage high-value scrap crushing operations to maximize efficiency and minimize losses.
• Act as site controller for the movement of components, products, and scrap, ensuring compliance with intellectual property (IP) control measures.
• Conduct and oversee audits and compliance assessments, leading a team of process control analysts in maintaining operational standards.
• Perform regular process FMEA assessments to identify and mitigate risks.
• Ensure SOPs are documented, controlled, and adhered to across all operations.
• Conduct success audits and governance reviews, ensuring adherence to organizational policies and procedures.
• Develop and update organizational playbooks and manage project execution timelines.
• Ensure adherence to organization KPIs and enforce compliance standards.
• Oversee and implement the 6S program, ensuring compliance and operational efficiency across the team.
• Ensure quality compliance by developing and enforcing effective process controls and governance frameworks.

TPM Control:

• Ensure the effective implementation of Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) practices to maximize equipment efficiency and minimize downtime.
• Drive process innovation through participation in Kaizen, Small Group Activities (SGA), and Manufacturing Process Control (MPC) initiatives.
• Lead employee refresher training programs to ensure ongoing compliance and knowledge updates.
• Oversee business contingency management systems, ensuring they are up-to-date and functional.
• Lead the implementation and compliance of Integrated Management Systems (IMS) across all operations.

People Management:

• Manage the performance of the process control team by setting clear goals, regularly reviewing performance, and providing feedback to drive continuous improvement.
• Identify development opportunities and implement training programs to enhance team skills and capabilities.
• Foster a positive work environment by encouraging collaboration, innovation, and open communication.
• Mentor and guide team members in their career development, aligning their growth with organizational objectives.
• Handle recruitment, onboarding, and performance appraisals, ensuring alignment with the organization’s talent management strategies.

Job Summary:

As the Program Manager of Procurement Cost Management, you will be responsible for leading critical cost management programs and supporting cross-functional initiatives. Working closely with Global Commodity Managers (GCM), procurement leadership, and finance teams, you will drive cost-saving initiatives, manage should-cost modeling, and provide key insights to improve price negotiations with suppliers.

This role emphasizes program management, stakeholder engagement, and project planning to align procurement strategies with business objectives. You will also contribute to comprehensive cost reporting, tracking savings opportunities, and supporting key financial and strategic goals.

Key Responsibilities:

- Program Management: Lead procurement cost management programs, developing and executing project plans with milestones, timelines, and cost-saving targets.

- Should-Cost Modeling: Participate in should-cost modeling activities for both direct and indirect spend, identifying cost drivers, improvement opportunities, and providing insights to support price negotiations with suppliers.

- Stakeholder Engagement: Collaborate with Global Commodity Managers, finance teams, and cross-functional stakeholders to align procurement initiatives with company goals. Ensure clear communication and transparency in tracking cost-saving initiatives.

- Cost Projections and Reporting: Manage cost projection processes across business verticals and work with finance to ensure accurate forecasts. Provide insights into supplier and component costs to drive strategic quarterly cost-saving targets.

- Tracking and Implementation: Track cost-saving opportunities, ensuring Global Commodity Managers implement identified improvements. Consolidate data and reports to ensure accuracy and timely updates.

- Contract Management: Assist in creating best-in-class contract negotiation frameworks, mitigating cost risks, and driving savings through effective supplier contract management.

- Support Functions: Provide data and reporting support, including presentations, to assist in driving cost optimization initiatives. Support the team in the creation of cost-related reports and documentation for executive reviews.

- Cross-Timezone Collaboration: Collaborate with global teams across multiple time zones, ensuring smooth coordination and project alignment.

- Individual Contributor Role: This is a hands-on role that does not involve direct people management.

Critical Function:

Manage key procurement programs, leading the end-to-end execution of cost management initiatives, including risk mitigation and savings implementation. This involves developing detailed project plans and collaborating with stakeholders to ensure alignment with company-wide objectives.