Procurement Manager

Key Responsibilities:1. Strategic Sourcing and Category Management (10%)
Develop and execute category plans across indirect and direct spend (e.g., MRO, IT & telecom, equipment, components, services, logistics, facilities, travel, professional services).
Implement global procurement strategies with localized execution for each entity, considering currency, tax, import/export, and regulatory nuances.
Lead supplier qualification, RFPs/RFQs, negotiation, and contracting with a focus on total cost of ownership (TCO) and long-term value
2. Supplier Relationship & Risk Management (10%)
Establish and maintain strategic relationships with key suppliers; conduct quarterly business reviews (QBRs).
Drive supplier performance measurement (scorecards, SLAs, KPIs) and continuous improvement initiatives
Develop and monitor supplier risk management programs (financial, operational, geopolitical, compliance)
3. Global Operations, Governance & Compliance (30%)
Create and enforce global procurement policies, processes, and standards; ensure consistent procure-to-pay processes across all entities
Align procurement activities with corporate guidelines, ethics, and compliance (anti-corruption, anti-bribery, conflict minerals where applicable, data privacy)
Collaborate with Finance, Legal, Tax, Compliance, and HSE to ensure smooth cross-functional workflows and audit readiness.
Lead cost optimization initiatives (bulk negotiating, contract consolidation, supplier localization strategies where beneficial)
Ensure quality compliance for purchased goods/services, including supplier audits and acceptance testing where relevant
Manage import/export compliance, duties/taxes, incoterms, and logistics optimization for cross-border spend
4. Cross-Regional Coordination & Financial Control (20%)
Synchronize procurement activities across Vietnam, Thailand, Romania, and India; support regional procurement centers as applicable
Manage currency risk mitigation strategies (forex hedging, local pricing) and payment terms optimization
Facilitate the roll-out of procurement digital tools (eProcurement, ERP integrations, supplier portal)
Own regional/global procurement budget, forecast savings, and spend analytics.
Prepare and present procurement dashboards to senior leadership; provide insights to drive business decisions
5. Projects and Change Management (30%)
Lead procurement workstreams for M&A activity, site expansions, or divestitures as needed
Manage procurement-related IT/system implementations (ERP modules, e-sourcing, supplier onboarding)
Required Qualifications:
Education: Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or related field. Master's degree or MBA preferred.
Experience: 8-12+ years in procurement/supply chain with global or regional leadership roles;
experience across multiple countries and industries is highly desirable.
Industry knowledge: Manufacturing/tech/industrial sectors are a plus; familiarity with electronics, components, or industrial services is beneficial.
Language: Proficiency in English required; additional languages (Vietnamese, Thai, Romanian, Hindi, or others) a plus.
Technical skills: Strong understanding of procurement processes (P2P/P2P), eProcurement systems (ERP/SCM), eSourcing platforms, data analytics tools, and MS Office.
Negotiation and contracting: Demonstrated ability to negotiate complex contracts and drive savings (target savings metrics to be defined by company).
Regulatory/compliance: Knowledge of local and international trade regulations, import/export controls, tax implications, anti-corruption laws (e.g., FCPA/UKBribery Act where relevant), and data privacy considerations.
Leadership: Experience in building or leading cross-functional teams, stakeholder management, and change management.
Travel: Willingness to travel as needed (country-to-country coordination).
Benefits:
Attractive Salary
MacBook and additional working-support devices provided on demand.
100% salary in probation + Competitive long- term salary package + performance bonus. 13th-month salary + Lì xì + Review performance and salary every release milestone.
Company trip + Monthly Team building
Birthday bonus + Snacks and drinks lounge. Sport clubs (Console, Badminton, Soccer, Archery, ...), etc...