Regional Sourcing Specialist

Every minute of every day, Smiths Detection’s threat detection and security screening technology helps to protect people and infrastructure, making the world a safer place. 

Smiths Detection, is a global leader in the development, manufacture and management of security and detection solutions designed to make the world a safer place. Our technology provides threat detection and screening solutions for customers in our key markets: aviation, ports and borders, defence, and urban security.

Our expertise spans 21 global offices, seven manufacturing sites and five R&D centres, with a global network of 3,000 dedicated colleagues contributing towards over 40 years at the frontline of advances in safety and security.  

This results in careers built on variety and the opportunity to work on a range of state-of-the-art solutions, where you can develop your knowledge and experience every day.

We are looking for a Regional Sourcing Specialist to support our Johor manufacturing operations and play a key role within the APAC Global Sourcing team. Based in Johor Bahru Malaysia, this position works closely with cross‑functional and regional stakeholders to execute sourcing strategies that deliver cost, quality, and supply continuity improvements.

This is a great opportunity for a sourcing professional who enjoys a fast‑paced manufacturing environment, supplier engagement, and driving value through strategic sourcing initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate sourcing projects, including RFQs, source packs, project transfers, NPIs, and ECNs
• Support material qualification and localization / best‑cost‑country initiatives
• Identify and deliver cost savings and value‑creation opportunities through negotiation and re‑sourcing
• Build strong supplier relationships, assessing capabilities, risks, and improvement opportunities
• Lead RFQ processes and supplier negotiations to secure competitive commercial terms
• Partner with Category Managers to implement regional sourcing strategies
• Proactively manage supply chain and supplier risks through dual sourcing and contingency planning
• Ensure compliance with company policies and support internal and supplier audits

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Procurement, Engineering, or related field
• 3–5 years’ experience in sourcing, procurement, or supply chain within a manufacturing environment
• Strong knowledge of strategic sourcing, cost analysis, negotiation, risk management, and value‑creation methods
• Experience working in a regional or global organization across cultures and time zones
• Confident communicator with strong presentation and stakeholder engagement skills
• Proficient in MS Excel, Word, PowerPoint; experience with SAP or similar ERP systems
• Independent, proactive, and a strong problem solver

Join us and we’ll help build your career, with excellent training and opportunities for career growth across the business, both locally and globally. You’ll experience an inclusive environment, with strong leadership and a focus on safety and wellbeing. You’ll also have the flexibility to choose from a wide range of benefits to suit your lifestyle, offering you and your family support from a health and wellbeing, financial and lifestyle perspective.

Join us and work for a world-leader, with the benefits and training to reward your dedication and skills. Be part of a team where we are making the world a safer place.

We believe that different perspectives and backgrounds are what make a company flourish. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment regardless of color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, economic status, disability, age, or any other legally protected characteristics. We are proud to be an inclusive company with values grounded in equality and ethics, where we celebrate, support, and embrace diversity.

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