Senior Lead Category Manager (Strategic Sourcing)

Location: Batu Kawan, Malaysia — Penang SDSM Office

Company

hirify.global develops Flash memory and advanced memory technologies and operates global manufacturing capabilities supporting the digital data supply chain.

What you will do

• Manage procurement activities for contract manufacturers, including pricing, supplier management, procurement support, and supply-base strategy.
• Request quotations and negotiate pricing, commercial agreements, supply agreements, NDAs, and GPAs with suppliers.
• Lead should-cost studies and quarterly negotiations to deliver cost reductions and cost avoidance.
• Manage contract manufacturer costs, including BOM roll-ups, NRE, and special charges.
• Establish supplier performance systems, reporting, improvement processes, and quarterly business reviews.
• Coordinate sourcing and NPI procurement activities with engineering, manufacturing, quality, planning, and operations teams.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or higher.
• 8+ years of procurement-related experience.
• Experience managing contract manufacturers and working in the semiconductor assembly and testing industry.
• Strong communication, presentation, analytical, troubleshooting, multitasking, and deadline-management skills.
• Fluent written and spoken English required.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office software, including PowerPoint, Excel, and Word.

Nice to have

• Experience achieving results in a fast-moving, dynamic environment.
• Self-directed approach and ability to collaborate effectively across teams.

Culture & Benefits

• Full-time exempt position.
• Inclusive workplace focused on diversity, belonging, respect, and contribution.
• Accessibility support is available throughout the application and hiring process.