procurement roles - multiple levels!.

• Procurement Associate: Focusing on operational excellence, PO processing, and vendor onboarding.

• Procurement Specialist / Senior Specialist: Driving category management, RFQ/RFP execution, and cost-saving initiatives.

• Procurement Manager: Overseeing strategic sourcing strategies, stakeholder management, and team leadership.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic Sourcing: Develop and implement sourcing strategies to ensure the cost-effective purchase of goods and services (Direct/Indirect).

• Vendor Management: Identify, evaluate, and manage relationships with local and international suppliers to ensure quality and compliance.

• Negotiation & Contract Management: Lead commercial negotiations and manage the end-to-end contract lifecycle to mitigate risks and maximize value.

• Stakeholder Engagement: Act as a strategic partner to internal business units (Finance, Supply Chain, Operations) to understand requirements and provide procurement solutions.

• Continuous Improvement: Identify opportunities for process optimization and digital transformation within the procurement function (e.g., E-sourcing implementation).

• Compliance: Ensure all procurement activities align with internal policies, ESG standards, and local regulatory requirements.

Skills & Experience Required

• Education: A Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain, Business, Finance, or a related field. Professional certifications (CIPS/APICS) are a strong advantage.

• Experience: * Associate level: 1–3 years of experience in procurement/purchasing.

  • Specialist/Manager level: 5–10+ years of experience with a proven track record in category management and cost-saving.

• Technical Proficiency: Strong command of ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, or Microsoft Dynamics) and advanced Excel.

• Analytical Mindset: Ability to analyze spend data and market trends to drive data-led decision-making.

• Communication: Fluency in English (written and verbal) is essential for regional stakeholder management.