Procurement Technical Specialist

Role : Procurement Technical Specialist

Location : Subang Jaya

KEY RESPONSIBILITIE

SSupply Chain Managemen

• tResponsible to conduct in-depth analysis for Wipro MSSB total Supply Chain process, to then develop strong local system / solution that will align to global supply chain system, ensure continuous improvement and state of the art technology for local execution
• .Working closely with local and regional COE team to establish service level standard SOP against quality assurance measures providing accurate and consistent supply chain service delivery
• .Understand end user requirements through engagement of local procurement and by leveraging the applicable category buying guide and sourcing knowledge to determine the best method for driving value in meeting the supply chain and business requirements

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Procurement Manageme

• ntWorking closely with local sourcing teams to identify & deploy and consolidate system / best practices covering procurement, supply chain, warehousing system, production planning across all technology and non-technology category as well as risk assessment
• s.Review data and design documentation procedures / process flow and work instructions for procurement to ensure cost efficient sourcing activities to be carried ou
• t.Work closely with the Purchasing Manager to design a Procurement organization that has the structure, process, technology, talent practices, metrics needed to deliver plans and build for futur
• e.Reduction of Plastic Consumption in Packaging - Conduct Analysis on current packaging and decrease current plastic consumption by 5
• %.Work with vendors to ensure they are aligned with our low cost approac
• h.Optimization of SKUs Packagin

g.
Warehousing & Inventory Managem

• entReviewing transactions, understanding local inventory management system, assisting in developing and implementing new processes to optimize inventory and material management, as well as managing component inventory ri
• sk.Leads project impacting inventory optimization, standardize inventory management process and drive for consisten

cy.
Project Manage

• mentUndertake multiple projects, managing report cycle, escalate major and emerging incidents & issues, make to analysis, conduct root cause analysis, and develop long term and sustainable solution & process for a high performance busin
• ess.Managing projects in identifying relevant system / best practices from market and manage the rolling out of best practices loca
• lly.To involve and act as project lead for development of monitoring system ensuring adherence to sourcing and procurement and supply chain processes, policies, and procedu
• res.Working closely with Sales and Management developing solutions that address customer’s requirements with cost-effective, high-quality logistics solutions which can be effectively implemented and execu
• ted.Cost Saving / eSCOPs - To involve as a main member for all Cost saving, eSCOPs initiati
• ves.Initiate & participate in Project managing Warehouse Space Optimizat

ion.
Knowledge Tra

• nsferTravel as and when needed to conduct plant / process specific analysis in identifying best practices and managing technology transfer coordina
• tion.Networking internally with global and regional supply chain / procurement team, commercial teams, delivery teams, finance teams, etc., to gain first-hand information, best practices and industry knowledge, market intelligence, pricing strategy, technical know-how and tools / solutions / sy
• stem.Transfer know-how and develop a capable local team in managing gap analysis, converting raw data for pricing strategy, used processed data for resource planning and cost model

ling.
Process Enhancement & Continuous Impro

• vementStudy the market requirements for labels & determine the right technologies & printing methods & implement them in current procurement of + labels to achieve high quality product at low
• costs.Identify and propose mitigation plan on risks that would impact the overall business/ failure from supply chain / procurement perspe
• ctive.Consolidating local needs to a regional perspective and ensuring a focus on efficiency and the quality of customer service and service level sta

ndard.
Demand P

• lanningReview historical sales trends, research demand drivers, prepare forecast data, develop statistical forecast models, and evaluate forecast r
• esults.Coordinate cross-functional research activities to reconcile significant variances and refine the forecast model to reflect updated sales and marketing assum
• ptions.Interact with sales, marketing, and customer finance to understand demand forecast d
• rivers.Utilize a collaborative and consensus approach by working with Sales, Marketing and Customer Finance to obtain and ensure that current and accurate information is used for demand for
• ecasts.Provide input to the Supply Planning organization in developing inventory strategies on existing items, new products, and product phas
• e-outs.Track and monitor closely on accuracy of demand planning made by tracking of sales and marketing forecast ac

curacy.

KEY REQU

• IREMENTS:Degree in Engineering or Science-relat
• ed field.8 to 10 years of substantial experience in analytics, process improvement, and cost ma
• nagement.Candidates from any industry are welcome, with a preference for candidates from FMCG / CPG industry and /or with a consultancy ba
• ckground.Excellent understanding of Supply Chain Operations and Procurement p
• rocesses.Excellent analytical and problem-solvin
• g skills.Ability to analyze data and develop data-driven
• solutionsProficiency in Operational Excellence, Lean, Six Sigma, Kaizen or other process improvement metho
• dologies.Extensive experience in cost optimization analysis and process improvements projects for both commercial and non-commercial
• projects.Ability to communicate and influence across functions and