Regional Category Sourcing Manager

Unlock your potential with Dassault Systèmes, a global leader in Scientific Software Engineering as a Catergory Sourcing Manager in Selangor, Malaysia!

Role Description & Responsibilities

• Lead sourcing and purchasing activities across six AP South countries and six categories (Real Estate & Facilities, IT, Marketing, Professional Services, HR, Finance)
• Analyse spend data, set sourcing priorities (spend, risk, ESG, contracts), and engage stakeholders/suppliers to identify added value
• Determine the most suitable approach (RFx, direct negotiation, or no negotiation when justified) to achieve cost-efficiency and propose sourcing actions to management and collaborate with internal stakeholders for execution
• Negotiate and manage contracts including payment terms, and supplier relationships
• Provide data-driven insights, implement action plans, and ensure compliance, escalating where needed
• Partner with the Procurement Excellence team, representing AP South in global initiatives
  
  

Qualifications

• 5–10 years of indirect sourcing experience, with regional exposure across APAC a plus
• Strong background in RFx management, contract negotiation, and supplier management
• Solid understanding of ESG and sustainability practices
• Strong analytical, presentation, and communication skills to influence across geographies
• Proven ability to challenge, suggest improvements, and drive results
• Collaborative team player with the ability to engage stakeholders at all levels
  
  

What’s in it for you?

• Competitive employee benefits
• A culture of collaboration and innovation
• Opportunities for personal and career development
• A chance to work with a multi-national, multi-disciplinary team
• Regional experience, not limited to one country with one category to manage
  
  

Inclusion statement

As a game-changer in sustainable technology and innovation, Dassault Systèmes is striving to build more inclusive and diverse teams across the globe. We believe that our people are our number one asset and we want all employees to feel empowered to bring their whole selves to work every day. It is our goal that our people feel a sense of pride and a passion for belonging. As a company leading change, it’s our responsibility to foster opportunities for all people to participate in a harmonized Workforce of the Future.