Job Description

  • Lead the SEAP purchasing team to support regional business growth and align with global sourcing strategies.

  • Develop and expand supplier base in SEAP low-cost countries including Thailand, Vietnam, Malaysia, and Indonesia.

  • Define and implement commodity strategies to ensure long-term competitiveness and supply continuity.

  • Drive MCS (Material Continuous Saving) initiatives and lead cost reduction activities.

  • Improve cash flow through optimization of payment terms, inventory, and lead time.

  • Support NPI (New Product Introduction) to ensure sourcing readiness and successful product launches.

  • Support plant purchasing activities in Australia and collaborate with global teams for NA and EMEA requirements.

  • Monitor and improve supplier performance in delivery, quality, and cost.

  • Collect and analyze market intelligence to support sourcing decisions and risk management.

  • Ensure compliance with procurement policies, contracts, and ethical sourcing standards.


Job Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, Business, or related field.

  • Minimum 10+ years of purchasing experience with leadership exposure.

  • Automotive industry background is mandatory (OEM or Tier 1 preferred).

  • Strong experience in supplier development and low-cost country sourcing.

  • Experience supporting global markets (NA/EMEA) is an advantage.

  • Strong negotiation, analytical, and stakeholder management skills.

  • Fluent in English.