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 prospects

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