Senior Procurement Specialist (Indirect)

At Pepperl+Fuchs, we combine a strong commitment to innovation with a deep respect for the traditions that have shaped our success. From renewable energy and automotive production to water treatment plants and chemical systems, our advanced electronic sensors and automation components enable smooth and safe operations around the globe.
We take pride in fostering a supportive and collaborative workplace culture, where employees feel connected and valued - much like a close-knit family. As we continue to grow, we are excited to welcome a new team member for the following position:
Senior Procurement Specialist (Indirect)
Job Purpose:
Represent the Indirect Purchasing (IPUR) function and lead strategic sourcing and category management initiatives to maximize business value, improve supplier performance, and support procurement transformation objectives;
Identify, develop, and manage strategic supplier relationships for indirect materials and services while delivering measurable savings, risk mitigation, and sustainable procurement outcomes;
Provide procurement expertise, lead sourcing projects, and collaborate with regional procurement teams to align category strategies, governance standards, and supplier management practices across South East Asia;
Major Accountabilities:
Develop and execute sourcing strategies for assigned indirect categories.
Drive supplier consolidation and spend optimization.
Lead complex sourcing projects and commercial negotiations.
Evaluate total cost of ownership and supplier risk.
Establish supplier KPIs and conduct performance reviews.
Drive supplier development initiatives.
Partner with business stakeholders to align procurement strategies.
Support business planning and demand management.
Drive process improvements and share procurement best practices.
Coach junior procurement team members
Role Requirements:
Bachelor's degree or above in Procurement, Supply Chain, Engineering, Business, Finance, or related field; a professional procurement certification is preferred;
Business-level proficiency in written and spoken English is essential; proficiency in other Asian language would be an advantage;
5 to 8 years of experience in procurement with proven experience in strategic sourcing and category management;
Excellent stakeholder management and interpersonal skills with the ability to influence cross-functional teams, manage supplier relationships, strategic sourcing and tender management;
Strong commercial acumen with demonstrated negotiation, analytical, problem-solving, and cost optimization capabilities, including total cost of ownership (TCO) methodologies; and procurement risk assessment;
Preferred: Professional certification (CIPS / CPSM / equivalent);
Are you excited about this opportunity? We can't wait to get to know you! Submit your application online - we're looking forward to hearing from you!
Pepperl+Fuchs actively promotes diversity, equity, and inclusion and is committed to a policy of equal employment opportunity. We welcome applications from all individuals, regardless of ethnicity, country of origin, gender, religion, sexual orientation, age, skin color, physical or mental abilities, social background, or any other protected characteristic. All employment decisions are made based on these principles and in full compliance with applicable federal and state laws.
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