Job Title: Procurement Manager
Division (Weir Minerals)
Location: Malaysia, Bt Caves
Onsite
Purpose of Role:
To provide leadership and management to the cost effective and timely supply and fulfilment of the procurement of raw materials, chemicals, metals parts and any other WMM or WMM -related procurement requirements, direct and indirect materials and services.
To strengthen the commercial aspect of WMM business in relations to Contracts management and negotiations on all direct and indirect materials and services.
Why choose Weir:
Be part of a global organization dedicated to building a better future: At Weir, the growing world depends on us. It depends on us constantly reinventing, quickly adapting and continually finding better, faster, more sustainable ways to access the resources it needs to thrive. And it depends on each of us doing the best work of our lives. Its a big challenge but it is exciting.
An opportunity to grow your own way: Everything moves fast in the dynamic world of Weir. This creates opportunities for us to take on new challenges, explore new areas, learn, progress and excel. Best of all, there is no set path that our people must take. Instead, everyone is given the support and freedom to tailor-make their own career and do the best work of their lives.
Feel empowered to be yourself and belong: Weir is a welcoming, inclusive place, where each individuals contribution is recognized and all employees are encouraged to innovate, collaborate and be themselves. We continually focus on people and their wellbeing. We believe in fairness and choose to be honest, transparent and authentic in everything we do.
Key Responsibilities:
Focus Area:
Develop, implement and manage Supplier Relationship programs,
Project management around commercial negotiations,
Identify multiple suppliers for key purchases and critical materials,
Actively seek and implement continuous cost savings for purchases in WMM on a local and global basis
Responsible for timely delivery of purchases, follow up and progress chasing of orders.
Develop, implement and monitor KPIs for Purchasing Department
Safety First: Demonstrate 100% commitment to our zero harm behaviors in support of our drive towards developing a world class safety culture.
Job Knowledge/Education and Qualifications:
A Masters or a Degree in Materials Management, Supply Chain Management or Operations Management
Persons with related Engineering background in materials and indirect project management are also encouraged to apply as long as there are proven track record of driving Procurement activities around negotiations of large contracts, contracts detailing.
Minimum 5 years of experience in a Managerial role with relations to Purchasing, Procurement, Commodities management, preferably in a rubber and metal manufacturing organisation,
Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement methodologies
Working experience within automotive, metals, electronics, power industrial, oil and gas industries while not necessary will have an added advantage.
Ability to use SAP in supporting the Procurement function is essential.
Founded in 1871, Weir is a world leading engineering business with a purpose to make mining operations smarter, more efficient and sustainable. Thanks to Weirs technology, our customers can produce essential metals and minerals using less energy, water and waste at lower cost. With the increasing need for metals and minerals for climate change solutions, Weir colleagues are playing their part in powering a low carbon future. We are a global family of 11,000 uniquely talented people in over 60 counties, inspiring each other to do the best work of our lives.
Compensation: (Where compensation on the job posting is required)
Weir is committed to an inclusive and diverse workplace. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability, age, or any other legally protected status.
