Supply Chain Manager

1. Develop and implement procurement strategies aligned with project delivery and company goals, ensuring material availability while minimising waste and obsolescence. Manage cost initiatives and control purchasing budgets to support competitive pricing.
2. Collaborate with Sales and Project teams to accurately forecast demand, maintain optimal inventory levels, and optimise purchasing strategies. Proactively find solutions to clear slow-moving stock, ensuring inventory remains agile and cost-effective. Analyse market trends in the solar sector, identifying potential supply chain risks and opportunities (including material prices and shipping costs).
3. Oversee and coordinate the delivery of materials from warehouses to project sites. Working closely with suppliers, Project teams, and transporters to ensure timely and efficient deliveries.
4. Working closely with third-party service providers to manage receiving, storing, and distributing goods, while implementing inventory control systems to maintain accurate stock levels. Ensure warehouse KPIs are met including safety, security, and compliance with health and safety standards in warehouse facilities. Conduct regular inventory audits and address any discrepancies.
5. Coordinate and manage transportation fleets and third-party logistics providers, ensuring smooth logistics operations from incoming shipments to final delivery at project sites. This includes developing the optimum cost strategy for warehouse and logistics operations covering our operations in all regions.
6. Identify and secure new warehouses, suppliers for solar PV equipment and components, as well as logistics and skylift partners, expanding the supply chain network to support business growth and operational efficiency.
7. Manage relationships with local and international suppliers, negotiating contracts, and ensuring timely deliveries, while continuously evaluating supplier performance.
8. Develop and monitor KPIs for supply chain operations, aligning with business growth targets.
9. Lead and mentor the supply chain team, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and customer-centric innovation.
10. Implement and manage advanced logistics software and technologies to enhance supply chain visibility and efficiency for residential project deliveries.

Skills

• Developing and executing procurement strategies that align with business goals. Strong understanding of supply chain dynamics, including demand forecasting, inventory management, and cost control.
• Managing logistics, warehousing, and transportation operations, including working with third-party service providers. Ability to implement and maintain inventory control systems, conduct audits, and ensure adherence to safety and compliance standards.
• Strong negotiation skills and experience in managing relationships with local and international suppliers. Ability to source and develop new suppliers and logistics partners to expand the supply chain network.
• Capability to analyse market trends, identify supply chain risks and opportunities, and develop solutions for inventory challenges, such as clearing slow-moving stock.
• Leadership skills to mentor and develop the supply chain team, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and innovation.
• Experience in implementing advanced logistics software and technologies to enhance supply chain efficiency and visibility.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 8 years of experience in supply chain management, with proven track record in managing procurement and logistics for both B2C and B2B operations, preferably in the energy or construction industry.
• Hands-on experience in supervising warehouse operations, coordinating logistics, and managing transportation fleets.
• Experience in sourcing suppliers, negotiating contracts, and managing supplier performance.
• Strong knowledge of supply chain best practices and technologies, with a focus on residential market applications.
• Experience with ERP systems, and other relevant supply chain management tools.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with a data-driven approach to decision-making.
• Strong leadership abilities and experience in team management, with a track record of driving performance through effective team management.
• Familiarity with the solar PV sector, particularly in residential and commercial markets, including an understanding of relevant regulations and market trends will be beneficial.
• Proficiency in English, Bahasa Malaysia, and Chinese; additional languages are a plus.