Job Summary

• Develop and implement sourcing strategies across categories in alignment with company’s objectives and business priorities.
• Develop and implement market analysis and due diligence to identify potential suppliers, evaluate their capabilities, and negotiate favorable terms.
• Develop effective collaboration with key stakeholders to translate business requirement into category sourcing strategies plan and implementation.
• Build strong and strategic supplier relationship with key suppliers to drive for performance management, forward-thinking strategic development and cost saving initiatives.
• Drive continuous improvement for procurement process and cost saving initiatives i.e. identify opportunities/efficiencies and lead for improvement.

General Responsibilities

• Manage departmental operating budgets and costs according to annual allocation to ensure efficient usage of resources
• Develop and oversee the implementation of non-trade procurement policies/procedures and plans to ensure cost savings/greater economies of scale. Drive compliant behaviors within and outside the organization
• Identify non-trade procurement needs based on business requirements. Coordinate general market research and supplier analysis to source for potential suppliers
• Manage the supplier tender process, including evaluation, selection, contract negotiation and finalization, adhering to ethical business practices. Facilitate contract renewal/discontinuation and renegotiate contract terms
• Review and validate purchasing documentations (e.g. purchase orders, suppliers' invoices, etc.) to confirm the accuracy of purchase/service details. Facilitate the triggering of the payment process
• Manage and monitor timely delivery of purchases/services. Provide direction over the treatment of quantity/quality/pricing variances and discrepancies to ensure they are accounted for
• Review and manage the preparation of purchasing reports (e.g. monthly total purchases of goods and services, price increase reports, etc.) for accountability purposes
• Partner with internal stakeholders in identifying non-trade procurement plans that cater to business needs and the resolution of impending issues
• Build and maintain long-term relationships with suppliers as part of maintaining sustainability of services provided

Functional Skills And Knowledge

• Strong negotiation and communication skill
• Project management to lead complex project scope
• Experience in indirect procurement i.e. logistic, marketing and other services etc.
• Understanding in FMCG or Logistics business

Education

• Bachelor’s Degree of Supply Chain, Logistic, Engineering, Economics or any related fields.
• At least 7 years in procurement/supply chain management.
• Experience in Distributor / Modern Trade business would be an advantage.