Indirect Procurement Manager

1. Procurement Process & Policy Development

• Develop procurement policies and procedures.
• Review, adjust, and continuously improve procurement processes and policies to align with the company's development strategy.

2. Procurement Strategy Execution

• Execute company and departmental procurement policies, strategies, and directives effectively.
• Develop and implement strategic sourcing plans for goods, services, and projects across the organization (excluding Agriculture/Agro procurement and direct materials & packaging used in production).
• Establish and drive KPI targets to ensure committed results are achieved.

3. Supplier Development

• Develop plans to identify and qualify new supply sources and evaluate potential suppliers.
• Collaborate with responsible personnel to strengthen supplier engagement and relationships.

4. Supplier Management

• Propose sourcing strategies by category and supplier in line with the Group's and Company's development plans.
• Proactively manage procurement and production costs, ensure supply continuity, and streamline supplier management.
• Support the resolution of supplier complaints and inquiries within delegated authority.
• Coordinate with team members and relevant departments to evaluate strategic suppliers and high-value tenders before, during, and after procurement activities.

5. Procurement Planning

• Analyze requirements and develop quarterly and annual procurement plans for assigned categories of goods and services.
• Coordinate supplier evaluation, negotiations, and approval processes.
• Participate in negotiations for strategic and high-value contracts.

6. Procurement Data Analysis

• Analyze procurement data, monitor market trends and emerging technologies, and develop deep category expertise to optimize resource allocation.
• Conduct cost analysis and benchmarking to support supplier development and cost control initiatives.

7. Contract Management

• Execute contracts with strategic suppliers.
• Conduct quarterly and annual contract performance evaluations to ensure alignment with company objectives.

8. Procurement Operations Management

• Lead and coordinate indirect procurement activities, utilizing resources effectively to achieve results.
• Guide and develop the procurement team to ensure professional and efficient procurement practices while resolving operational issues.
• Manage pricing and supplier capabilities to ensure procurement packages remain within budget, meet quality requirements, and are delivered on schedule.
• Research and analyze market trends, forecast market price fluctuations, and develop sourcing strategies accordingly.
• Evaluate procurement team members' performance.
• Review and approve procurement-related submissions within delegated authority.

9. Systems Utilization

• Optimize the use of procurement-related systems, including SAP, DigiO, eBidding, and HRM.
• Participate in company-wide improvement and transformation projects.

10. Reporting & Other Assigned Duties

• Report and take accountability for procurement performance and KPIs.
• Perform tasks assigned by direct management.
• Ensure compliance with procurement regulations, policies, and procedures.

11. Internal Audit

• Conduct reconciliations and provide explanations during internal audit reviews as planned.
• Assess compliance levels and propose corrective actions for identified non-conformities.

• Education
• Bachelor's degree or above.
• Major in Economics, International Trade, Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
• Experience
• Minimum 7-10 years of procurement management experience in a similar role.
• Skills
• Leadership and strategic procurement planning capabilities.
• Strong analytical skills for procurement evaluation and decision-making.
• Excellent problem identification and problem-solving skills.
• Advanced negotiation, influencing, supplier relationship management, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to lead teams and collaborate cross-functionally to drive business results.
• Strong planning, reporting, communication, and negotiation skills.
• Ability to work independently and effectively under pressure.
• Experience in organizations with a similar business model and scale is an advantage.