Procurement Specialist
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- Shanghai
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Responsible for System Integration Unit direct categories, e.g. Sample Condition System - FITTING & INSTRUMENT VALVE, Temperature & Pressure Gauge/Switch, FLOW SWITCH With IECEX, PRESSURE REGULATOR and other direct spending categories as assigned. you will need a strong sense of urgency and the ability to drive resolutions.
- Requires experience with strategic sourcing methodologies by performing market and spend analysis, for evaluating all the costs associated with acquiring goods or services from suppliers. It involves assessing direct and indirect expenses to ensure the procurement process aligns with the organization's financial and strategic goals, aiming to achieve the best value for money.
- Responsible for identifying and researching potential suppliers across the country, evaluating their capabilities and qualifications, and determining which suppliers best suit the organization’s needs, and ensuring possible Supplier Relationship Management planning & execution.
- Build a category roadmap, perform sourcing activities, lead competitive bidding by using e-Sourcing tools, customer orientation with technical evaluation for suppliers’ RFP, contract negotiation and award to supplier, then utilizing scorecard and quarterly supplier review to monitor supplier performance, such as on-time delivery and quality metrics, and making decisions about future partnerships.
- Responsible for identifying cost savings opportunities, keeping up to date with market trends, such as new products, technologies, and suppliers, and using this information to make informed sourcing decisions. Continuously identify areas for improvement and implement process improvements to increase efficiency and reduce costs.
- Must ensure compliance with company policy and regulations related to purchasing, such as competitive bidding policy, ABAC (anti-bribery & anti-corruption) laws and import/export regulations etc.
- A bachelor’s degree or master’s degree preferably in Supply China Management/ International trade / Business management / Machinery / electronics, or a related field.
- >6 Years of Work Experience, minimum of >4 years of experience in Supply Chain Management and/or Sourcing is typically required for this role, preferably with direct material sourcing background in manufacturing industry.
- Ability to work in systematic and structured manner to ensure tasks are performed efficiently with minimal use of resources, time, and effort.
- Analytical and influence others, drive self-learning and keep continuous Improvement, result oriented and taking ownership, teamwork spirit and good communication & coordination skills.
- Professional certifications such as CPSM (Certified Professional in Supply Management) or CPSP (Certified Professional in Supply Chain) are valued.
- Travel to Middle East or other countries may required
- Fluent in verbal and written English
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools in Excel, PowerPoint, and Power BI, capable for e-Sourcing & Ariba and SAP