Raw Material Sourcing Supervisor

Purpose of the Role

Essential job duties seen on a Raw Materials Sourcing Supervisor are assisting Procurement & SCM Manager on sourcing strategies, discovering new suppliers, negotiating prices with vendors, examining existing contracts, and finding ways to reduce procurement costs.

Key Accountabilities

Cost Optimization: Identify opportunities to optimize costs related to raw materials sourcing & acquisition through supplier negotiation, process improvements, & alternative sourcing strategies.

Quality Assurance: Ensure that sourced raw materials meet quality standards & specifications required for BSF processing, collaborating with FSRA teams to establish & maintain quality control procedures.

Timely Delivery: Coordinate with suppliers, transporters partners & internal team to ensure timely delivery of raw materials to meet production schedules & minimize downtime.

Risk Management: Identify & mitigate risks associated with raw materials sourcing & acquisition, such as supply chain disruptions, price fluctuation, & quality issues.

Continuous Improvement: Drive continuous improvement initiatives within the sourcing & acquisition process, leveraging data analysis & feedback to identify areas for enhancement & efficiency gains.

Market Research: Conduct market research & analysis to identify potential sources of raw materials, evaluating factors such as cost, quality & reliability.

Supplier Database: Develop & maintain a supplier database, assessing supplier’s capabilities, performance, & reliability through regular audits & evaluations.

Suppliers Contracts & Agreements: Negotiate contracts & agreements with suppliers, ensuring favorable terms & conditions while safeguarding the interest of the company that streamline the onboarding process.

Reporting: Prepare reports & presentations for management, summarizing key sourcing metrics, performance trends, & strategic initiatives.

Collaborative Integration: Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including production, FRSA, and R&D, to ensure seamless integration of raw materials sourcing & acquisition processes with overall factory operations.

Total Cost of Ownership (TCO): Assess the total cost associated with acquiring & owning raw materials, including purchase price, transportation costs, inventory carrying costs & any additional expenses incurred throughout the supply chain.

Responsibilities

Strategic Sourcing: Develop & execute strategies for sourcing raw materials required for BSF feed formulation, ensuring alignment with the Factory’s production target & budgetary.

Supplier Relationship Management: Cultivate & maintain relationships with raw materials suppliers, negotiating contracts, terms, & pricing to secure the best possible deals while maintaining quality standards.

Compliance Management: Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations & standards governing the sourcing & acquisition of raw materials, including environmental regulations, quality standards & factory’s policies.

Inventory Management: Oversees the inventory of raw materials, ensuring optimal levels are maintained to support uninterrupted production while minimizing carrying cost & waste.

Team Leadership: Provide leadership & guidance to SCM staff, fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability & continuous improvement.

Requirements & Person Specifications

· Minimum a diploma or degree in Supply Chain, Procurement, Logistics, or Business.

· At least 2-3 years of experience in procurement or supply chain, preferably in raw materials sourcing, exposure to warehousing and fleet management is added advantage.

· Familiarity with procurement software, google drive and Microsoft Office, especially Excel for tracking orders and supplier data.

· Strong negotiation and vendor management skills.

· Problem investigation & problem-solving capabilities.

· Familiarity with relevant industry regulations and compliance standards.

Reporting Lines & Supervision

You will report directly to the Procurement & SCM Manager.

You will be responsible for the management of the SCM Assistant.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: RM3,300.00 - RM3,600.00 per month

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Professional development

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Supplemental Pay:

• Performance bonus

Education:

• Diploma/Advanced Diploma (Preferred)

Experience:

• SAP Supply Chain Management: 2 years (Required)