PROCUREMENT MANAGER

• Strategic Sourcing & Supplier Development
• Develop and implement sourcing strategies aligned with business objectives, production requirements, cost competitiveness, and supply chain resilience.
• Identify, evaluate, qualify, and develop local and international suppliers in collaboration with Quality, Technical, and other relevant functions.
• Conduct market research and analyze supplier capabilities, raw material trends, pricing structures, and potential supply risks.
• Lead commercial negotiations covering pricing, payment terms, lead times, contracts, and supply agreements within delegated authority.
• Identify opportunities for cost reduction through competitive sourcing, supplier consolidation, alternative materials, and long-term supplier partnerships.
• Develop alternative sourcing strategies and contingency plans to reduce dependency on single-source and high-risk suppliers, subject to customer and technical approval requirements.
• Collaborate with Global/Regional Sourcing teams to align local procurement activities with corporate sourcing strategies and preferred supplier arrangements.
• Support new product development and material introduction projects through supplier engagement and sourcing feasibility assessments       2. Supplier Governance, Quality Performance & Nominated Supplier Management
• Establish and maintain a comprehensive supplier governance framework covering both nominated and non-nominated suppliers, with clearly defined performance standards, responsibilities, and accountability mechanisms.
• Manage suppliers nominated by customers, footwear brands, Global/Regional Sourcing teams, or other authorized business partners, ensuring that nomination arrangements do not compromise supplier performance expectations or operational accountability.
• Work closely with Quality, Technical, and relevant stakeholders to establish supplier quality management procedures covering material specifications, inspection requirements, non-conformance handling, corrective actions, and supplier performance monitoring.
• Ensure supplier responsibilities, quality obligations, delivery commitments, service expectations, and escalation procedures are clearly documented, communicated, and periodically reviewed.
• Establish supplier performance scorecards covering material quality, on-time delivery, responsiveness, corrective action effectiveness, and overall supplier reliability.
• Lead regular supplier performance reviews and coordinate cross-functional improvement actions to address quality concerns, delivery delays, material shortages, and recurring supplier-related issues.
• Ensure supplier non-conformities are properly recorded and investigated, with documented root cause analysis, corrective action plans, accountable owners, and defined closure timelines.
• Coordinate supplier responses, recovery plans, and commercial or operational follow-up, while Quality and Technical functions retain responsibility for technical assessment and quality acceptance decisions.
• Establish clear ownership, decision-making authority, and escalation mechanisms for nominated suppliers, particularly where local Procurement has limited authority to select, replace, or negotiate with suppliers.
• Proactively escalate unresolved or recurring supplier performance issues to customers, footwear brands, Global/Regional Sourcing, or other relevant stakeholders, supported by documented evidence and business impact assessments.
• Drive supplier development and continuous improvement initiatives to strengthen quality performance, delivery reliability, responsiveness, and supply continuity.
• Ensure supplier nomination status is not used as a justification for unresolved supplier-related issues or a lack of proactive performance management.       3. Purchasing Operations & Material Availability
• Lead and oversee daily purchasing operations to ensure timely, accurate, and efficient procurement of raw materials, components, consumables, equipment, and services.
• Ensure purchasing activities comply with approved procurement procedures, authorization limits, and business requirements.
• Work closely with Demand Planning, Production, Warehouse, and other departments to align purchasing activities with production schedules, material requirements, and inventory targets.
• Monitor purchase order status, supplier delivery commitments, material shortages, and outstanding purchasing issues.
• Proactively identify potential supply disruptions and implement recovery actions to minimize production downtime and delivery risks.
• Establish effective follow-up and escalation processes for overdue purchase orders, critical materials, and supplier delivery failures.
• Lead and oversee daily purchasing operations to ensure timely, accurate, and efficient procurement of raw materials, components, consumables, equipment, and services.
• Ensure purchasing activities comply with approved procurement procedures, authorization limits, and business requirements.
• Work closely with Demand Planning, Production, Warehouse, and other departments to align purchasing activities with production schedules, material requirements, and inventory targets.
• Monitor purchase order status, supplier delivery commitments, material shortages, and outstanding purchasing issues.
• Proactively identify potential supply disruptions and implement recovery actions to minimize production downtime and delivery risks.
• Establish effective follow-up and escalation processes for overdue purchase orders, critical materials, and supplier delivery failures.        4. Cost Optimization & Commercial Performance
• Develop and implement procurement cost optimization initiatives while maintaining required quality, service, compliance, and supply reliability standards.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities through competitive bidding, supplier negotiations, demand consolidation, alternative sourcing, and procurement process improvements.
• Apply Total Cost of Ownership principles when evaluating procurement decisions, including purchase price, transportation, quality-related costs, lead time, inventory impact, and supply risks.
• Establish procurement savings initiatives with measurable targets, validated baselines, and transparent reporting.
• Monitor purchase price variances, procurement spend, supplier cost performance, and market price movements.
• Collaborate with Finance and relevant stakeholders to improve cost transparency, purchasing budget control, and working capital efficiency.
• Identify opportunities to improve commercial terms and supplier value while respecting customer-nominated supplier arrangements and applicable approval requirements        5. Procurement Governance, Compliance & Risk Management
• Ensure procurement activities comply with company policies, delegated authority limits, applicable laws, ethical standards, and corporate governance requirements.
• Maintain transparent and auditable procurement processes, including supplier selection, quotation evaluation, contract management, purchase order approval, and supplier performance records.
• Ensure appropriate segregation of duties and internal controls throughout procurement activities.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate procurement-related risks, including supplier dependency, material shortages, price volatility, quality failures, and supplier financial or operational instability.
• Develop supply risk mitigation and business continuity plans for critical materials and suppliers.
• Ensure suppliers comply with applicable requirements relating to responsible sourcing, business ethics, environmental standards, labor practices, and social compliance.
• Support internal and external audits and ensure timely implementation of corrective actions.
• Promote integrity, transparency, accountability, and zero tolerance for bribery, conflicts of interest, or unethical procurement practices.       6. Cross-Functional Collaboration & Continuous Improvement
• Act as a key procurement business partner to Demand Planning, Production, Quality, Technical, Warehouse, Finance, Engineering, and other relevant functions
• Establish clear cross-functional responsibilities, communication channels, service expectations, and issue escalation procedures.
• Collaborate with Quality and Technical teams on supplier qualification, material specifications, supplier quality concerns, and alternative material approval.
• Support new product development, material changes, and manufacturing improvement initiatives through early procurement involvement.
• Lead procurement process improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency, transparency, data accuracy, and service responsiveness.
• Drive the effective use of ERP systems, procurement reporting tools, and digital solutions to improve purchasing control and supplier performance visibility.
• Promote structured problem-solving, root cause analysis, and preventive actions to reduce recurring operational issues.
• Provide regular procurement performance reports, risk assessments, and improvement recommendations to management        7. Team Leadership & Capability Development
• Lead, coach, and develop the Sourcing and Purchasing teams to achieve procurement objectives and operational excellence.
• Establish clear team structures, responsibilities, performance expectations, and individual accountability.
• Set and monitor team and individual KPIs aligned with business priorities and procurement performance objectives.
• Develop team capabilities in strategic sourcing, supplier negotiation, cost analysis, supplier performance management, risk assessment, and problem-solving.
• Conduct regular performance reviews, provide constructive feedback, and implement individual development plans.
• Establish succession plans, cross-training, and backup arrangements for critical procurement activities.
• Foster a proactive, collaborative, ethical, and results-oriented working culture.

​​​​​​ Education & Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Procurement, Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field.
• Professional certifications such as CIPS, CPSM, or equivalent are an advantage.
• Professional Experience 7–10 years of experience in procurement, sourcing, purchasing, or supply chain management, including at least 3 years in a managerial or team leadership role.
• Proven experience in strategic sourcing and operational purchasing within a manufacturing environment.
• Experience in footwear, footwear components, textile, or related manufacturing industries is strongly preferred.
• Experience managing customer-nominated and globally nominated suppliers, including supplier performance, quality, delivery, and issue resolution.
• Strong background in supplier development, commercial negotiations, cost optimization, and supply risk management.
• Experience in multinational manufacturing companies and working with international customers or global sourcing teams is preferred.
• Technical & Management Skills
• Strong knowledge of strategic sourcing, supplier relationship management, procurement operations, and supplier quality management.
• Solid understanding of production planning, material requirements, inventory management, and manufacturing supply chain operations.
• Strong negotiation, cost analysis, contract management, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Knowledge of procurement compliance, internal controls, responsible sourcing, and supplier risk management.
• Proven leadership, team development, stakeholder management, and cross-functional collaboration skills.
• Proficiency in ERP systems, Microsoft Excel, and procurement reporting tools. SAP experience is an advantage
• Language Requirements
• Good command of written and spoken English and Vietnamese.
• Ability to communicate and negotiate effectively with international suppliers, customers, and global stakeholders.
• WHY CHOOSE TO GROW YOUR CAREER WITH US?
• At OrthoLite, we believe that people are the foundation of sustainable growth.
• Therefore, we are committed to creating a safe, professional, and respectful workplace where every employee is valued, recognized, and provided with opportunities for continuous learning and long-term career development.
• Through our ongoing commitment to building a positive, people-centered workplace, OrthoLite is proud to have been recognized as one of the “Best Companies to Work for in Asia” for three consecutive years.
• WHAT WE OFFER
• When you join OrthoLite, you will enjoy the following benefits:
• Salary: Negotiable based on qualifications and experience.
• Transportation allowance.
• Attendance allowance.
• Childcare allowance.
• Menstrual allowance.
• Foreign language allowance
• Social insurance in accordance with Vietnamese labor laws and 24/7 accident insurance.
• Quarterly birthday celebrations.
• Annual health check-ups.
• Birthday gifts, Tet gifts, and gifts on special occasions. 10 days of fully paid leave for prenatal check-ups.
• Reimbursement of job application document preparation costs.
• A professional and safe working environment with a strong focus on training and talent development.
• Opportunities for continuous learning and career advancement in a global manufacturing environment. WORKING HOURS
• Office Staff: 08:00 AM – 04:30 PM

Saturday

• Flexible working arrangements.
• WORK LOCATION
• Road No. 23, VSIP II-A Industrial Park, Vinh Tan Ward, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam (formerly Binh Duong Province).
• Company shuttle bus service is available for office employees from Dong Nai, Ho Chi Minh City, and Binh Duong areas.