Assistant Category Procurement Manager

Assistant Category Procurement Manager (Indirect)

Responsibility:

1. Develop and execute procurement strategies for assigned indirect categories (General Services, Advertising-digital/media buying, IP Rights, Media Services, Factory Indirects) to achieve cost savings, quality improvement, and supply chain stability.
2. Conduct supplier research, evaluation, and selection; negotiate contracts, pricing, terms, and conditions to maximize value for the company.
3. Collaborate with internal stakeholders to align procurement strategies with business goals；
4. Stay updated on market trends, industry regulations, and new technologies related to indirect procurement; identify opportunities for process optimization and innovation.
5. Initiate & execute process improvement initiatives. Lead & participate in projects.

Requirements:

1. Bachelor’s degree or higher in Procurement, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
2. At least 5 years of proven experience in indirect procurement, with familiarity in categories such as MRO, marketing services, or administrative procurement.
3. Negotiation skills
4. Strong communication, problem solving & analytical skills,
5. Team player
6. Flexible and able to adopt to changes
7. Ability to work effectively with internal and external customers at different levels of organization
8. Proven ability to operate in a dynamic, fast-paced, deadline driven organization

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