Procurement Manager, SEA
Procurement Manager, SEA
ZEISS Group5-7 Years
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Job Description
- Procurement Strategy and Compliance
- Design and implement procurement strategies and workflows to govern sourcing and purchasing activities.
- Formulate procurement policies to ensure compliance with regulatory, safety, and quality requirements.
- Develop corporate governance measures and audit procedures to minimize procurement risks.
- Review audits on trade documentation and contract terms to reduce procurement risks.
- Vendor Management
- Develop vendor selection and evaluation workflows and criteria.
- Establish new vendor relationships and explore potential collaborations.
- Endorse and manage long-term vendor contracts for complex or high-value products and services.
- Devise formal bidding processes to facilitate vendor management.
- Monitor vendor and process efficiency to optimize sourcing strategies.
- Budget and Performance Management
- Oversee the procurement budget and financial inflow/outflow against allocated forecasts.
- Develop procurement targets and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) across teams to meet business goals.
- Monitor procurement performance to cut costs, alleviate risks, and drive continuous process improvements.
- Analyse financial implications of business strategies to the department.
- Risk Management
- Validate risk management plans and controls to ensure compliance with the organization's risk management framework.
- Proactively identify, assess, and mitigate procurement risks.
- Continuous Improvement and Change Management
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives for time, cost, and quality enhancements.
- Oversee implementation of procurement improvement initiatives.
- Team Leadership and Development
- Mentor and manage a team of procurement specialist.
- Manage subordinates professional and career development.
- Collaborate with senior management to identify growth opportunities and define project objectives.
- Stakeholder Engagement
- Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders (SSC) and external stakeholders (Global and APAC Business Segments), including local partners, government agencies, and key clients.
- Participate in negotiations with key internal and external stakeholders.
- Market Analysis and Sourcing Optimization
- Assess market trends and developments to optimize sourcing strategies.
- Forecast materials and equipment inventory needs based on organizational business needs.
- Cost savings achieved through procurement optimization.
- Vendor performance and efficiency metrics.
- Compliance with regulatory and quality standards.
- Achievement of procurement targets and organizational goals.
- Team performance and professional development milestones.
- Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
- APCIS CSCP - Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP) Certification
- Minimum 5 – 7 years of Procurement Experience, preferably in Southeast Asia Region
- Managed a small team (preferred)
- Expertise in Procurement and Risk Management: Proven experience in procurement management, vendor relations, and risk mitigation, with a strong understanding of corporate governance and compliance requirements.
- Project Management in Dynamic Environments: Demonstrated ability to manage complex, multi-disciplinary projects in fast-paced and ambiguous settings, ensuring timely and effective delivery of objectives.
- Leadership and Stakeholder Engagement: Strong leadership skills to inspire and motivate teams, while effectively managing relationships with internal and external stakeholders to drive collaboration and achieve organizational goals.
- Innovation and Change Management: Results-driven approach to implementing change management initiatives, fostering innovation, and continuously improving processes to meet evolving business needs.
- Business Acumen: Ability to analyze financial data and develop strategic plans. Knowledge of emerging Asian markets and related challenges is a plus
- Travel Requirements: Occasional travel for supplier visits,
Rebecca Felix
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Key Skills
Procurement Strategy
Sourcing Optimization
Bidding Processes
Audit Procedures
APCIS CSCP - Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP) Certification
Budget and Performance Management
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