Asia Chemicals Category Manager

KIMBERLYCLARK MANUFACTURING PROFESSIONAL SL

. Provide input to regional category strategy based on market dynamics, supplier landscape, and business needs .

Posted 9/21/2026full-timeKuala Lumpur • MalaysiaMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Procurement and Category Management, with strong analytical skills to support strategic initiatives and supplier relationship management. Proven ability to collaborate cross-functionally and communicate effectively with stakeholders to drive results.

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Category ManagementProcurement ExperienceAnalytical SkillsProject ManagementCross-Functional Collaboration

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Hard Skills

Market Trend AnalysisCategory Strategy DevelopmentSupplier Relationship ManagementCost Tracking and ReportingSourcing Initiatives

Soft Skills

Strong Communication SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsInfluencing SkillsIntellectual CuriosityBusiness Acumen

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Business or Supply Chain

Industry Keywords

Supplier Performance IndicatorsRegional Category StrategyMatrixed OrganizationAsia Regional Category ReportsSupplier Continuity Issues

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide input to regional category strategy based on market dynamics, supplier landscape, and business needs
Develop and drive regional execution plans aligned to global category strategy
Support and lead execution of regional and global category strategic initiatives
Coordinate with regional business stakeholders on category needs and strategy
Manage region-specific supplier relationships and resolve supplier continuity issues
Manage, track, and report category costs, sourcing initiatives, and results
Conduct market trend analyses and collect input to support category strategy development
Create and maintain category knowledge and processes
Monitor supplier performance indicators and initiate supplier reviews
Build effective supplier relationships and drive results
Maintain business relationships with suppliers and stakeholders through clear communication
Manage Asia regional category reports for timely delivery to the Asia Lead Team
Support Asia projects beyond chemical initiatives

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited institution in business, supply chain or related discipline
5–7 years of experience in Procurement, preferably experience in category management
Intellectually curious with strong analytical skills
Business acumen and excellent written and oral communication skills
Cross-functional collaboration and influencing skills
Project management, analytical, and problem-solving skills
Functional and technical awareness
Ability to work independently in a heavily matrixed organization
Local candidate already authorized to work in the role’s country
No relocation support provided

Benefits

Comp & perks

Flexible work model blending remote work with intentional in-person collaboration
Equal opportunity employment