Commodity Indirect Manager
Flex
Date: 2 hours ago
City: Perai
Contract type: Full time
Flex is the diversified manufacturing partner of choice that helps market-leading brands design, build and deliver innovative products that improve the world. A career at Flex offers the opportunity to make a difference and invest in your growth in a respectful, inclusive, and collaborative environment. If you are excited about a role but don't meet every bullet point, we encourage you to apply and join us to create the extraordinary.
We’re looking to add a/an Commodity Manager Indirect located in Perai, Penang. To lead sourcing strategy, supplier management, and cost optimization across indirect spend categories
What a typical day looks like:
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Flex is an Equal Opportunity Employer and employment selection decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. We do not discriminate based on: age, race, religion, color, sex, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability, pregnancy status, or any other status protected by law. We're happy to provide reasonable accommodations to those with a disability for assistance in the application process. Please email [email protected] and we'll discuss your specific situation and next steps (NOTE: this email does not accept or consider resumes or applications. This is only for disability assistance. To be considered for a position at Flex, you must complete the application process first).
We’re looking to add a/an Commodity Manager Indirect located in Perai, Penang. To lead sourcing strategy, supplier management, and cost optimization across indirect spend categories
What a typical day looks like:
- Develop and execute category strategies for indirect spend (e.g., MRO, services, CapEx support)
- Drive cost savings, demand management, and supplier consolidation initiatives
- Lead supplier selection, contract negotiation, and performance management (KPIs/QBRs)
- Partner with operations, engineering, finance, HR, and EHS to support business needs
- Ensure procurement compliance and governance (e.g., No PO No Service)
- Monitor market trends and manage supply risks and continuity plans
- Track and report savings, KPIs, and supplier performance metrics
- Lead and develop procurement team capability across sites.
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Engineering or related field (MBA preferred)
- 10+ years of procurement/sourcing experience, preferably in indirect categories
- Experience in multi-site or regional supplier management
- Strong track record in cost reduction, negotiation, and stakeholder management
- Medical benefits, dental, vision
- Life Insurance
- Paid Time Off
- Performance Bonus
AA07
Flex is an Equal Opportunity Employer and employment selection decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. We do not discriminate based on: age, race, religion, color, sex, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability, pregnancy status, or any other status protected by law. We're happy to provide reasonable accommodations to those with a disability for assistance in the application process. Please email [email protected] and we'll discuss your specific situation and next steps (NOTE: this email does not accept or consider resumes or applications. This is only for disability assistance. To be considered for a position at Flex, you must complete the application process first).
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