Senior Strategic Sourcing Associate - Mandarin Proficiency Required (Contract)
Amgen · Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
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Role summary
Senior Strategic Sourcing Associate supporting JAPAC regional sourcing initiatives across indirect procurement categories. The role involves managing competitive bidding processes, negotiating supplier contracts, and ensuring compliance with procurement policies in a hybrid, one-year contract position based in Kuala Lumpur.
What they're looking for
- Bachelor's degree and minimum two years sourcing experience
- Proficiency in sourcing processes including tenders, competitive bidding, and supplier negotiations
- Experience with e-procurement platforms such as Scout, Ariba, or SAP
- Fluent business English and Mandarin, written and oral
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel and PowerPoint
- Project management experience with ability to develop practical solutions
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
What you'll be doing
- Support development and execution of competitive sourcing events and RFX processes across JAPAC region
- Manage contract negotiation, implementation, and ongoing management of supplier agreements
- Deliver sourcing tactics and productivity initiatives across commercial and general indirect spend categories
- Document sourcing execution in procurement systems and provide compliance oversight
- Partner with country sourcing managers and cross-functional stakeholders to develop supplier analysis and market intelligence
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