WHAT YOU WILL DO

Strategic Planning and Execution
- Lead OC-wide procurement strategy formulation and execution aligned with business growth targets.
- Own category management for direct/indirect materials, sourcing channel optimization, and cost-down roadmaps.

Procurement Operations & Governance
- Own & manage E2E procurement processes incl. PR to PO, vendor onboarding, contract lifecycle, & compliance
- Manage tactical sourcing and tail spend through data-driven analyses, formulating sourcing strategies, and executing spot buys - incl. high-touch, emergency, ad hoc purchases
- Establish, document, and maintain procurement policies, standard operating procedures, and controls
- Ensure adherence to internal policies, financial controls, and regulatory requirements

Process Optimization
- Identify inefficiencies and lead continuous improvement initiatives using Lean, Six Sigma, or similar methodologies
- Standardize procurement workflows across BUs/regions
- Partner with Users to streamline processes, reduce cycle time
- Optimize use of buying channels; drive automated buying





Performance Management & Analytics
- Define and track procurement KPIs, develop dashboards and insights (e.g., cycle time, compliance, supplier performance)
- Report operational performance, risks, and opportunities

Team Leadership & Capability Building
- Manage and develop procurement team members
- Coach the team on best practices, continuous improvement, and development

OUR PERFECT CANDIDATE
- 15+ years of total working experience, in procurement operations
- 5+ years in procurement leadership / sr. managerial roles within large companies (USD 500 million+ in procurement spend), ideally in a global multi-BU organization
- Proven track record in leading procurement function across multiple sites
- Proven track record in driving coordination between business stakeholders, procurement operations
- Experience in leading teams including managing outcomes, KPIs and SLAs, performance and people

📌 Associate Procurement Director (Chang)
🏢 Perfetti Van Melle
📍 Chang