Total 210 Manager procurement professional job vacancies in The Philippines

Responsibilities

• Lead and drive the procurement function to deliver compliant and efficient sourcing strategies aligned with organizational goals
• Establish and develop a procurement framework that ensures user compliance and process integrity
• Develop and strengthen the supplier management network to enhance the tendering process with transparency and integrity
• Collaborate with stakeholders to align procurement requirements and improve user satisfaction with procured products and services
• Enhance procurement processes by automating functions through digitalization and leveraging E-commerce platforms and technological tools
• Manage procurement spend for critical spares and consumables to achieve cost savings and budget adherence
• Build and develop procurement team capabilities to support organizational growth and operational excellence

Required competencies and certifications

• Proven experience managing procurement teams and leading successful negotiations in manufacturing or equipment supply industries
• Strong communication skills to understand business needs, align supplier capabilities, and conduct negotiations using analytical and commercial judgment
• Proficiency in data analytics tools and software to support procurement decision-making
• Solid knowledge of contract management and procurement best practices
• Fluency in English and business-level proficiency in Chinese to engage effectively with suppliers
• Experience working with Chinese suppliers and knowledge of supplier networks and business practices across China and East Asia

Preferred competencies and qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree or Diploma in Procurement, Supply Chain Management, Electrical Engineering, or Mechanical Engineering
• Minimum 5–10 years of sourcing and procurement experience, with at least 3–5 years in a managerial capacity, preferably in steel or heavy industries

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and execute procurement strategies aligned with business objectives.

• Manage supplier relationships, negotiations, and contract.

• Drive cost control and cost reduction initiatives.

• Plan and manage overseas procurement, including logistics and risk mitigation.

• Perform demand forecasting in collaboration with Sales and Production teams.

• Ensure quality standards and supplier compliance.

• Manage inventory levels to avoid shortages or overstock.

• Identify and mitigate procurement risks.

• Utilize SAP for data analysis, reporting, and decision-making.

• Participate in Material Review Board (MRB) activities.

• Lead and guide procurement team.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, or related field (Diploma holders with relevant experience may be considered).

• Minimum 3 years of procurement experience, with leadership exposure.

• Experience in manufacturing or engineering environment preferred.

• Proficient in SAP and Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint).

• Strong skills in negotiation, vendor management, and cost control.

• Experience in overseas sourcing / global suppliers is an advantage.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the procurement organization for Singapore and Malaysia operations, providing coaching, direction, and escalation support to ensure effective execution and team development.
• Drive procurement KPI performance, including on-time delivery (OTD), delinquency, push/pull/cancel actions, late release, and purchase price variance (PPV), aligned with business objectives.
• Develop and execute sourcing strategies that deliver competitive advantage, including supplier selection, development, consolidation, and implementation of strategic supplier initiatives.
• Lead Global Purchase Family or Regional Commodity sourcing activities, with full accountability for sourcing decisions, material deflation targets, and alignment with global and regional strategies.
• Build and maintain strong supplier relationships to ensure performance expectations are met across cost, quality, delivery, and risk; lead corrective action and supplier improvement initiatives as required.
• Lead commercial negotiations with suppliers to achieve quality, fulfillment, productivity, and cost objectives while managing contractual and commercial risk.
• Oversee procurement of materials, equipment, services, and supplies necessary to support manufacturing and operational requirements, ensuring compliance with internal policies and standards.
• Analyze market conditions, cost drivers, supplier capabilities, and pricing trends to inform sourcing decisions and negotiation strategies.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Quality, Planning, and Operations to support supplier qualification, NPI activities, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Prepare and review bid packages, and coach procurement team members on sourcing strategies, negotiations, and supplier engagement as needed.
• Support cross-functional and business initiatives as assigned, including special projects aligned with supply chain and operational excellence goals.
• Other related duties and projects as assigned.

Requirement

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Engineering, or related field.
• Min 5 years of procurement /supply chain experience in engineer-to-order manufacturing, OEM or aerospace environment
• Experience managing ~USD100M in direct spend with a proven track record of ~5% cost savings.
• Managed 50–100 suppliers across multiple countries

To submit your application, please apply online to apply@rn-care.com or call +(65) 6513 5697 for private and confidential discussion.

Your interest will be treated with the strictest of confidence. We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified or contacted.

RN Care Pte. Ltd
EA License No: 17C8900

Responsibilities:

• Lead the procurement organization for Singapore and Malaysia operations, providing coaching, direction, and escalation support to ensure effective execution and team development.
• Drive procurement KPI performance, including on-time delivery (OTD), delinquency, push/pull/cancel actions, late release, and purchase price variance (PPV), aligned with business objectives.
• Develop and execute sourcing strategies that deliver competitive advantage, including supplier selection, development, consolidation, and implementation of strategic supplier initiatives.
• Lead Global Purchase Family or Regional Commodity sourcing activities, with full accountability for sourcing decisions, material deflation targets, and alignment with global and regional strategies.
• Build and maintain strong supplier relationships to ensure performance expectations are met across cost, quality, delivery, and risk; lead corrective action and supplier improvement initiatives as required.
• Lead commercial negotiations with suppliers to achieve quality, fulfillment, productivity, and cost objectives while managing contractual and commercial risk.
• Oversee procurement of materials, equipment, services, and supplies necessary to support manufacturing and operational requirements, ensuring compliance with internal policies and standards.
• Analyze market conditions, cost drivers, supplier capabilities, and pricing trends to inform sourcing decisions and negotiation strategies.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Quality, Planning, and Operations to support supplier qualification, NPI activities, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Prepare and review bid packages, and coach procurement team members on sourcing strategies, negotiations, and supplier engagement as needed.
• Support cross-functional and business initiatives as assigned, including special projects aligned with supply chain and operational excellence goals.
• Other related duties and projects as assigned.

Requirement

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Engineering, or related field.
• Min 5 years of procurement /supply chain experience in engineer-to-order manufacturing, OEM or aerospace environment
• Experience managing ~USD100M in direct spend with a proven track record of ~5% cost savings.
• Managed 50–100 suppliers across multiple countries

To submit your application, please apply online to apply@rn-care.com or call +(65) 6513 5697 for private and confidential discussion.

Your interest will be treated with the strictest of confidence. We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified or contacted.

RN Care Pte. Ltd
EA License No: 17C8900

Our client, a well-established organisation is seeking for an Allied Health Professional AHP Head / Senior Manager - $ 8,500.00 + AWS + attractive Bonuses / 21 annual leave / CentralWest Area

Requirements

• Degree in any healthcare discipline
• At least 6 to 8 years experience overseeing the planning and professional development a team of Allied Health Professionals (AHP)
• Strong experience within the Medical/Healthcare environment that consist of Occupational Therapy, Physiotherapy, Psychology, Social Work or Speech & Language Therapy
• Strong leadership and supervisory skills.
• Experience in working with Senior, Middle level management to develop the appropriate learning and development strategies.

Others

• Salary up to $ 8,500.00 + AWS + attractive bonuses
• 21 annual leave
• CentralWest Area
• Walking distance from MRT station

Interested candidate can send in your resume (word format prefer) to grayson.su@thetalentnetwork.com.sg

Our Company Culture

At Takagi Ramen, we highly value honesty, respect, and trust, recognizing these qualities as powerful assets that boost employee engagement, enhance morale, and drive business success.
We operate in a dynamic and flexible environment that prioritizes adaptability and responsiveness to changing circumstances, creating a workplace where employees can truly thrive.
Our commitment is to foster an inclusive culture where everyone is treated fairly, with dignity and respect.

Job Summary:

The Procurement Cum Logistics Executive is responsible for managing the end-to-end procurement process and coordinating logistics activities to ensure timely and cost-effective delivery of goods and services. This role involves sourcing suppliers, negotiating contracts, monitoring inventory levels, and overseeing transportation and distribution operations. The ideal candidate possesses strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to collaborate effectively with vendors and internal teams to support smooth business operations.

Job Scope:

Logistics & Maintenance (70%):

• Coordinate the logistics need for Takagi Ramen Outlets by ensuring that all stock is transported to the respective outlets on time from warehouse, assisting driver to unload goods to the outlets when needed.
• Upkeep of equipment and supplies at respective outlets to maintain outlet’s smooth operation
• Unloading goods from containers to warehouse
• Ensure warehouse is arranged in an orderly, safe & clean manner by operating Pallet Jack and Pallet Stacker if needed.
• Warehouse Inventory Management (Receiving, checking, ordering and counting of stocks from suppliers), and manage stocks movement
• Liaise with freight forwarder and handing import shipment documents
• In charge of financial month end & year end physical stocks take listing

Purchasing (30%)

• Timely placement of orders according to PAR level to avoid delays in material deliverables.
• Monitor and expedite delivery as and when required.
• Data Entry for billing to related Takagi Ramen/ Takagi Food/ Daichi Kitchen
• Any other ad hoc duties assigned by the management

Requirement:

• ITE Certificate or Diploma in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Experienced in thriving and delivering results in a fast-paced, dynamic setting.
• Well-versed in Microsoft Office programs, including Word and Excel.
• Excellent skills in organizing and prioritizing tasks.
• Class 3 driving licence is an advantage.
• 1 to 2 years of relevant experience with a strong willingness to take initiative.
• Singaporean
• Recent graduates are encouraged to apply.

The Procurement Manager leads the company’s procurement strategies and supplier network management to ensure continuity of supply, cost competitiveness, and compliance for the canned foods portfolio across APAC. He/She manages end-to-end sourcing and operational procurement activities to meet product demand and service requirements.

In addition, this role supports NPD commercialisation by enabling OEM/contract manufacturing execution—covering supplier feasibility, costing, trials coordination, compliance readiness, and launch supply assurance.  Product strategy and concept direction are provided by Commercial/Marketing/Management.

Responsibilities

1) Develop procurement plan

- Develop procurement implementation plans to ensure alignment with overall organisational strategy, APAC demand requirement sand margin targets

- Drive relationship building with organisational network and external vendors for optimal procurement outcomes (cost, quality, service, risk)

- Develop category-level procurement KPIs, including savings/value delivery, contract coverage, OTIF/service, quality incidents, and risk mitigation activities

2) Manage vendors

- Develop selection processes and criteria for prospective vendors

- Evaluate vendor performance and maintain strong relationships with vendors

- Review accuracy of information gathered on potential vendors that fulfill procurement requirements

- Analyse list of vendors based on prices, specifications and delivery dates

- Identify cost-saving opportunities and negotiate favourable terms and conditions with vendors

3) Manage procurement activities

- Test quality of products to ensure suitability for purpose in accordance with procurement requirements and quality assurance standards

- Evaluate vendors’ performance based on quality of products received and drive improvement actions with vendors

- Review audit conducted on trade documentations and contract terms of trade transactions to reduce procurement risk

- Monitor market trends and vendor capabilities to identify potential risks and opportunities

- Streamline procurement processes to improve efficiency and reduce costs

4) Enable NPD Commercialisation (OEM Execution)

- Support NPD commercialisation through OEM feasibility, costing inputs and trial coordination

- Work with QA/Supply Chain to ensure supplier readiness and documentation for launch

Requirements

· Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management/Procurement

· More than 10 years of procurement management experience in FMCG/Brand Owner

· Track record in vendor negotiations, cost/value delivery and vendor performance management

· Experience supporting NPD commercialisation with OEM/contract manufacturers (e.g., feasibility, costing, trials coordination, scale-up readiness)

· Capable of handling multiple local and regional projects simultaneously and executing them to completion

· An independent worker and effective team player

We’re Hiring: Procurement Manager

Creating moments. Connecting people. Building community. 

We are looking for a dynamic and strategic Procurement Manager to lead our sourcing and vendor management initiatives. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, excels at building supplier relationships, and is passionate about driving cost efficiencies and operational excellence. You will play a key role in shaping our procurement strategy and ensuring we deliver value across the Club.

Key Responsibilities 

Strategic Procurement & Governance

• Lead the Club’s sourcing strategy to achieve both cost efficiency and quality outcomes.

• Uphold transparent and compliant procurement practices aligned with the Financial Operating Manual.

• Oversee tender and quotation processes, from specifications to evaluations and award recommendations.

• Review and refine procurement policies, KPIs, and workflows to strengthen governance and accountability.

 Vendor & Contract Management

• Maintain and update the approved vendor list with due diligence and regular performance reviews.

• Manage the contract register accurately, tracking renewals, expiries, and obligations.

• Resolve supplier issues promptly and professionally in the Club’s best interest.

• Support inventory verification exercises and maintain full documentation for audit readiness.

• Ensure comprehensive audit trails and prepare timely procurement reports for management.

 Stakeholder Collaboration

• Work collaboratively across departments to understand needs and deliver effective procurement support.

• Guide users on procurement processes, system usage, and compliance requirements.

• Build and maintain strong professional relationships with internal stakeholders and suppliers to ensure smooth operations and mutual.

 Requirements

• Diploma or Degree in Supply Chain Management, Procurement, Business Administration, Finance, or a related discipline.

• 5–7 years of procurement experience, preferably in hospitality, clubs, F&B, or service industries.

• Proven track record in tender management, contract negotiation, and vendor governance.

• Experience with procurement systems such as TenderBoard, Sesami, NorthStar, or similar ERP platforms.

• Hands-on experience in stock management, inventory counts, and audit processes.

• Sound analytical and numerical skills, with the ability to interpret data, assess quotations, and identify value opportunities.

• Effective collaborator and clear communicator across multiple functions.

• Proactive, organised, and able to manage multiple priorities under pressure.

• Supportive leader who fosters teamwork, accountability, and continuous improvement.

 Why Join Us?

Because this isn’t just a job, it’s a chance to be the heartbeat of the Club’s social scene. You will be part of a warm, collaborative team that values creativity, initiative, and fun. You will get to do what you love and build community through amazing experiences.

Procurement Assistant Manager (1 position)

• Well Established MNC Manufacturing (Cable Technology)

• Company located at Tuas

• Company transport provided at various locations

•Working Hours: Monday - Friday: 8.30am - 5.30pm

• Variable Bonuses + Excellent Welfare& Benefits

Job Scope

• Develop and implement regional category strategies:
• This includes identifying opportunities for growth, developing product assortments, and setting procurement strategies.
• Conduct market research and competitive analysis:
• Stay informed about industry trends, competitor activities, and emerging technologies.
• Develop and manage category budgets and forecasts:
• Ensure the category is profitable and achieves its sales targets.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers: Negotiate favorable terms and conditions, ensuring a reliable supply chain.
• Evaluate and select suppliers: Ensure suppliers meet quality, cost, and delivery requirements.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams: Work with marketing, sales, operations, and other departments to achieve business objectives.
• Stay up-to-date with industry standards and regulations: Ensure compliance with relevant guidelines and best practices.
• Manage and develop a team (if applicable): Motivate and coach team members to achieve their goals.
• Travel as needed for supplier visits, industry events, or customer meetings.

Requirement

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration / Supply Chain Management or equivalent
• 5 - 8years of procurement experience in global environment

Candidates are encouraged to apply this position via Apply Now button with the following information in the resume:

• Work experiences and job responsibilities
• Current and Expected salary
• Reason for leaving
• Date of availability
• Education background

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

KHOOSOT MEI (R21102604)

EA Recruitment Pte Ltd

EA License No: 21C0492

Who we are

About Stripe

Stripe is a financial infrastructure platform for businesses. Millions of companies - from the world’s largest enterprises to the most ambitious startups - use Stripe to accept payments, grow their revenue, and accelerate new business opportunities. Our mission is to increase the GDP of the internet, and we have a staggering amount of work ahead. That means you have an unprecedented opportunity to put the global economy within everyone's reach while doing the most important work of your career.

About the team

Stripe is investing in building out its Global Professional Services team to actively engage all customers from Fortune 100s to startups to help accelerate their adoption of Stripe capabilities. The Head of Professional Services (Southeast Asia and Greater China) will help drive our professional services revenue, crafting our service offerings and working cross-functionally to bring them to market. The team is responsible for ensuring that our customers deploy quickly with high quality integrations. It then partners closely with front line developers and technical leaders to ensure our customers continue to derive strategic value from Stripe and grow with us as our respective product portfolio expands. In addition, as we master the craft of deployment services, help build the asset and strategy that will enable us to scale through our partner ecosystem.

What you’ll do

In this role, you will be responsible for strategic leadership and management oversight of the Professional Services organization in SEA & GCN in support of Stripe’s business goals. Reporting to the JAPAC Head of Professional Services, this is a high-visibility role that provides the development of the overall professional services plan and setting the strategic direction, performance standards, with a focus on customer success for the professional services team. You will define, develop, and manage all strategic service offerings and outcomes to drive and support the end-to-end customer experience in close coordination with the professional services teams in other regions.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute Stripe’s SEA/GCN Professional Services strategy in alignment with Stripe’s global priorities across product, sales, and marketing
  
• Hire and lead a high-performing team of consultants, engagement managers, integration engineers and professional services leaders, who partner with our sales team and customers to drive adoption of Stripe capabilities to deliver business value
  
• Cultivate a team culture that includes high ownership, customer-first focus, fast-paced, high integrity, and an optimistic and positive environment
  
• Cultivate executive relationships with C-levels within our customers and partners
  
• Work with engineering and product to develop product roadmaps aligned with customers’ needs, new market opportunities/requirements, and the competitive landscape
  
• Develop business and strategic cases for new service offerings and drive consensus among decision-makers
  
• Work across teams at Stripe to develop service offerings, value propositions and sales playbooks, partner programs, marketing strategy, pricing and revenue tracking
  
• Report out on a regular weekly, monthly, and quarterly cadence to all key stakeholders, with a strong analytical approach and crisp communication style
  

Who you are

This role requires deep knowledge and experience in building and growing a regional Professional Services organization, including building out service offerings, recruiting and developing top talent, delivering high quality services to achieve customer outcomes, driving negotiating agreements, and partnering with product engineering on customer needs and priorities.

The successful candidate will have a demonstrated ability to think strategically and analytically about business, product, and technical challenges, with the ability to build and convey compelling value propositions and work cross-organizationally to build consensus.

This individual will also have strong leadership experience in building high-performing teams as well as have a deep understanding of what will be needed to properly resource a Professional Services strategy in SEA/GCN, working with stakeholders to develop a plan for ensuring the success and high quality of our service delivery. A keen sense of ownership, drive, and entrepreneurship is a must. An understanding of the economics of the payments space and the e-commerce ecosystem would be a bonus.

Minimum requirements

• 5+ years of building and leading high performing professional services and/or solution architect teams in a high growth technology environment
  
• Demonstrated ability to negotiate high-value deals with a C-level audience and positively influence the outcome
  
• Professional and technical knowledge, as well as an extensive understanding of industry trends and the key players in the competitive landscape
  
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with deep experience presenting to senior management.
  
• Sound business judgment, proven ability to influence others, strong analytical skills, and a proven track record of taking ownership, leading data-driven analyses and influencing results
  
• Experience working within a high-growth, technology company with the ability to operate successfully in a lean, fast-paced organization, and to create a vision and organization that can scale quickly
  
• Highly organized, multi-tasking skills, take ownership, be efficient in ambiguous situations
  
• Willingness to travel (on average two national/international trips per month)
  

Preferred qualifications

• Experience working in the financial services/payments industry

Responsibilities:

• Lead the procurement organization for Singapore and Malaysia operations, providing coaching, direction, and escalation support to ensure effective execution and team development.
• Drive procurement KPI performance, including on-time delivery (OTD), delinquency, push/pull/cancel actions, late release, and purchase price variance (PPV), aligned with business objectives.
• Develop and execute sourcing strategies that deliver competitive advantage, including supplier selection, development, consolidation, and implementation of strategic supplier initiatives.
• Lead Global Purchase Family or Regional Commodity sourcing activities, with full accountability for sourcing decisions, material deflation targets, and alignment with global and regional strategies.
• Build and maintain strong supplier relationships to ensure performance expectations are met across cost, quality, delivery, and risk; lead corrective action and supplier improvement initiatives as required.
• Lead commercial negotiations with suppliers to achieve quality, fulfillment, productivity, and cost objectives while managing contractual and commercial risk.
• Oversee procurement of materials, equipment, services, and supplies necessary to support manufacturing and operational requirements, ensuring compliance with internal policies and standards.
• Analyze market conditions, cost drivers, supplier capabilities, and pricing trends to inform sourcing decisions and negotiation strategies.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Quality, Planning, and Operations to support supplier qualification, NPI activities, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Prepare and review bid packages, and coach procurement team members on sourcing strategies, negotiations, and supplier engagement as needed.
• Support cross-functional and business initiatives as assigned, including special projects aligned with supply chain and operational excellence goals.
• Other related duties and projects as assigned.

Requirement

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Engineering, or related field.
• Min 5 years of procurement /supply chain experience in engineer-to-order manufacturing, OEM or aerospace environment
• Experience managing ~USD100M in direct spend with a proven track record of ~5% cost savings.
• Managed 50–100 suppliers across multiple countries

To submit your application, please apply online to apply@rn-care.com or call +(65) 6513 5697 for private and confidential discussion.

Your interest will be treated with the strictest of confidence. We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified or contacted.

RN Care Pte. Ltd
EA License No: 17C8900

Responsibilities:

• Lead the procurement organization for Singapore and Malaysia operations, providing coaching, direction, and escalation support to ensure effective execution and team development.
• Drive procurement KPI performance, including on-time delivery (OTD), delinquency, push/pull/cancel actions, late release, and purchase price variance (PPV), aligned with business objectives.
• Develop and execute sourcing strategies that deliver competitive advantage, including supplier selection, development, consolidation, and implementation of strategic supplier initiatives.
• Lead Global Purchase Family or Regional Commodity sourcing activities, with full accountability for sourcing decisions, material deflation targets, and alignment with global and regional strategies.
• Build and maintain strong supplier relationships to ensure performance expectations are met across cost, quality, delivery, and risk; lead corrective action and supplier improvement initiatives as required.
• Lead commercial negotiations with suppliers to achieve quality, fulfillment, productivity, and cost objectives while managing contractual and commercial risk.
• Oversee procurement of materials, equipment, services, and supplies necessary to support manufacturing and operational requirements, ensuring compliance with internal policies and standards.
• Analyze market conditions, cost drivers, supplier capabilities, and pricing trends to inform sourcing decisions and negotiation strategies.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Quality, Planning, and Operations to support supplier qualification, NPI activities, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Prepare and review bid packages, and coach procurement team members on sourcing strategies, negotiations, and supplier engagement as needed.
• Support cross-functional and business initiatives as assigned, including special projects aligned with supply chain and operational excellence goals.
• Other related duties and projects as assigned.

Requirement

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Engineering, or related field.
• Min 5 years of procurement /supply chain experience in engineer-to-order manufacturing, OEM or aerospace environment
• Experience managing ~USD100M in direct spend with a proven track record of ~5% cost savings.
• Managed 50–100 suppliers across multiple countries

To submit your application, please apply online to apply@rn-care.com or call +(65) 6513 5697 for private and confidential discussion.

Your interest will be treated with the strictest of confidence. We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified or contacted.

RN Care Pte. Ltd
EA License No: 17C8900

Job Description & Requirements

We are seeking an experienced and strategic Procurement & Inventory Manager to serve as the liaison and enforcer among management, the manufacturing lead, and external vendors, and to accelerate procurement execution while ensuring uninterrupted material availability for operations. This role is critical in ensuring that strategic decisions are translated into floor-level execution and that no task slippage occurs during rapid production pivots.

The goal of this role is to:

• Ensure business continuity through sufficient and accurate materials availability at all times

• Prevent inventory lapses through robust planning, reorder controls, and early-warning alerts

• Improve inventory visibility (accuracy, traceability, reporting, and dashboarding)

• Improve procurement speed while maintaining cost control and supplier performance

• Implement practical automation, process controls, and reporting tools

Responsibilities

1. Logistics & International Trade Oversight

End-to-End Logistics: Manage complex freight arrangements for high-mix shipments.

Risk Mitigation: Identify and manage Supply Chain Risks arising from macro-factors (e.g., shipping delays, trade tariffs, or changes in export regulations between China and Singapore).

Singapore Compliance: Maintain and audit the Major Exporter Scheme (MES) status to ensure GST-suspended imports and zero-rated exports are compliant with IRAS regulations.

2. Strategic Sourcing & Negotiation

• Vendor Management: Lead negotiations with suppliers. You must be proficient in Chinese (Written & Spoken) to review contracts with Chinese suppliers, manage WeChat communications, and understand local Chinese trade nuances.

• Contractual Adaptability: Negotiate flexible terms that support low-volume orders without compromising on quality or excessive "MOQ" (Minimum Order Quantity) penalties.

• Visibility Dashboards: Build and maintain digital dashboards to eliminate Visibility Gaps, specifically tracking high-mix inventory levels and "work-in-progress" components

• Reporting: Provide weekly data-driven insights to Management and Manufacturing Lead regarding procurement lead times and landed cost variances.

3. Inventory & Supply Chain Management

• Monitor stock health through ERP (Odoo) and implement disposition plans when required

• Develop, implement, and continuously improve inventory control policies, procedures, and systems.

• Oversee inventory accuracy, including reconciliation of daily receipts, deliveries, and shipments.

• Analyze historical data and trends to forecast future material requirements and support business planning.

4. Procurement & Supplier Management

• Replace manual spreadsheet tracking with automated alerts to prevent human error in the procurement cycle.

• Lead procurement planning, sourcing strategies, and purchasing activities to ensure timely and cost-effective supply.

• Evaluate and drive supplier performance tracking to achieve optimal pricing, quality, and delivery performance.

5. Strategy and Leadership

• Establish automated reporting and dashboards for real-time visibility

• Drive continuous improvement projects that reduce lead time, expedite costs, and shortages

• Collaborate closely with management, engineering, and finance teams to align supply chain plans with business goals.

• Provide regular reports and insights to management on inventory performance, procurement costs, risk control measures, and improvement initiatives.

• Identify and drive process improvements to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and scalability.

Requirements and skills

• Advanced Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, lookups, Power Query preferred), Power BI is a plus

• Comfort working with electronics materials (components, reels, MSL handling awareness is a plus

• Professional proficiency in Mandarin is essential for direct communication with the Chinese supply base.

• 5+ years in Supply Chain or Procurement within a Manufacturing setting. Experience in HMLV (High-Mix Low-Volume) environments is highly preferred

• Strong knowledge of inventory planning, data analysis, and demand forecasting methods.

• Demonstrated ability to analyze data, prepare reports, and make data-driven decisions.

• Planning and stakeholder management abilities.

• Strong process discipline and clean documentation

• Effective communication and leadership skills, with the ability to work cross-functionally.

• High level of integrity, reliability, and accountability.

• Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Logistics, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.

Functional overview

The purpose of Asahi Procurement is to safeguard the existing value and to unlock new sources of sustainable value for Asahi, our customers, and the planet. This is done through partnering with Asahi business stakeholders and a high-performing supplier network.

Procurement capabilities are mobilized to improve product and service quality, mitigate risks, drive total cost of ownership and infuse top-line growth for Asahi local businesses.

Asahi Procurement aspires to be the partner of choice for internal clients as well as for external suppliers; trusted for being an inspirational business advocate; connecting people and driving sustainable procurement value; while aiming to achieve operational and transactional excellence to ensure business continuity.

Excellence in procurement is achieved by establishing strong partnerships for strategic internal and external cooperation, as well as responding innovatively and agilely to business disruptions and challenges.

No matter if Procurement people are based in Japan, Australia, Malaysia, Europe or any other location, there is a one-direction approach used to maximize value delivery in a consistent way.

Cost and Net Working Capital efficiency is equally important as proactive risk management is. The aspiration for continuity, sustainability, and circular economy is reflected in everything we do. Moreover, Procurement employees are not only experts in their categories but also ambassadors for corporate social responsibility. Following the Asahi Group philosophy, Procurement thinks globally and acts locally.

Job title: Global Category Manager - Glass

Qualification criteria

· University degree, preferably in Business related field (master's degree preferred)

· Proficiency in English

· 7+ years of professional experience, whereof 4+ years in procurement of Glass category

· International experience from multinational company

· Experience from an above-market role

· 3+ years of proven managerial experience

· Procurement platform/-s experience

· Advanced knowledge of MS Office Suite

Reporting to : Global Category Director - Packaging Materials

Main interfaces

Internally

Senior leadership teams across the globe

Externally

Suppliers / other procurement organization / local authorities

Main purpose of the job

The primary role of a Global Category Manager - Glass is to lead and implement procurement strategies, vision, and governance across the organization. This position heads the Procurement team, fostering unity across regions and promoting the sharing of best practices and knowledge. Alongside adhering to established governance, policies, and processes, the role involves protecting the company's assets and reputation through effective internal control systems, procedures, and legal compliance. The role is also responsible for driving sustainable procurement and procurement innovation strategies, as well as creating and implementing category strategies. Responsibilities include executing strategic sourcing plans to maximize business value, building and enhancing stakeholder relationships across all procurement activities, and managing supplier partnerships. The Global Category Manager also manages and tracks plans and budgets against objectives, key value drivers, and related KPIs. Risk management, with a focus on price volatility, supplier stability, and product or service availability, is a key part of the role. The ultimate goal of the role is to contribute to operational excellence in Procurement and drive continuous improvement of Procurement capabilities and practices in alignment with Asahi's overall strategy and external benchmarks.

Accountabilities and deliverables

1. Implement Procurement purpose, vision, strategies and governance.

2. Lead Procurement team overseeing the definition and execution of functional goals.

3. Promote one team spirit between all regions to enable sharing of best practices and knowledge.

4. Support Global Procurement People strategy and culture (incl. DEI, employee engagement and well-being).

5. Self-manage adherence to defined governance, policies, and processes.

6. Protect all company’s assets by putting in place internal control system and procedures.

7. Protect reputation of Asahi by following applicable legislation.

8. Drive Sustainable Procurement (incl. CSR) and Procurement innovation strategies and projects.

9. Create and implement category strategies.

10. Execute strategic sourcing plans to maximize the value for the business.

11. Build and enhance strong stakeholder relationship across all Procurement activities.

12. Develop and maintain strong partnership with suppliers including performance and quality assurance.

13. Manage and track plans and budgets including objectives, key value drivers and related KPIs.

14. Risk management focusing on extended agenda: price volatility, supplier stability, and product or service availability.

15. Contribute to achieving operational excellence for Procurement, including its processes and systems.

16. Drive continuous improvement of Procurement capabilities and practices in alignment with the overall Asahi strategy and external benchmarks.