Assistant Procurement Manager

Sika; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 450,000 - 780,000; Full time

Job summary

Sika in Hong Kong is seeking an Assistant Procurement Manager to lead direct and indirect spending, develop category strategies, and drive cost savings while delivering supplier value. You will report to the Head of Procurement and act as a high‑impact contributor shaping strategic sourcing initiatives.

You will negotiate key contracts, manage supplier relationships, conduct spend analysis, and ensure governance and compliance across procurement activities including CAPEX/OPEX indirect

Responsibilities

• Direct Material Spend Management: Own and manage all Direct Material spend, determining optimal supplier allocation and sourcing strategies to achieve cost-efficiency, risk mitigation, and continuous innovation.
• Strategic Sourcing & Negotiation: Lead end-to-end RFP/RFI/RFQ processes. Plan and execute complex negotiations with key suppliers regarding pricing, commercial terms, Service Level Agreements (SLAs), and contractual guarantees.
• Structural Cost Savings: Proactively identify, lead, and deliver structural cost-saving initiatives across all spend categories by partnering with internal department leaders to align procurement strategies with business objectives and operational needs.
• Supplier Relationship Management (SRM): Conduct regular supplier audits, performance evaluations (KPI tracking), and drive continuous supplier improvement programs.
• Spend Analysis: Prepare regular procurement performance reports, including market analysis, benchmarking, and spend analysis etc.
• Risk & Contract Governance: Collaborate with legal, compliance, and risk teams to draft, review, and finalize vendor contracts while managing supply chain continuity and compliance risks.
• Indirect Procurement Oversight: Managing key indirect categories (e.g., equipment, maintenance/MRO, office supplies, professional services, IT/facility services), ensure cost efficiency across CAPEX/OPEX.
• Compliance & Governance: Ensure strict adherence to company procurement policies, the global procurement manual, and the local Authority Matrix across all factory purchasing activities.

Job description

Role Summary

As an Assistant Procurement Manager, you will be responsible for both Direct/Indirect Procurement Spending. Developing, executing, and managing end-to-end category strategies to optimize spend, drive cost savings, and secure supplier value. Reporting directly to the Head of Procurement, you will operate as a high-impact individual contributor—leading strategic sourcing initiatives, negotiating key contracts, and managing cross-functional stakeholder and supplier relationships.

Key Responsibilities

• Direct Material Spend Management: Own and manage all Direct Material spend, determining optimal supplier allocation and sourcing strategies to achieve cost-efficiency, risk mitigation, and continuous innovation.
• Strategic Sourcing & Negotiation: Lead end-to-end RFP/RFI/RFQ processes. Plan and execute complex negotiations with key suppliers regarding pricing, commercial terms, Service Level Agreements (SLAs), and contractual guarantees.
• Structural Cost Savings: Proactively identify, lead, and deliver structural cost-saving initiatives across all spend categories by partnering with internal department leaders to align procurement strategies with business objectives and operational needs.
• Supplier Relationship Management (SRM): Conduct regular supplier audits, performance evaluations (KPI tracking), and drive continuous supplier improvement programs.
• Spend Analysis: Prepare regular procurement performance reports, including market analysis, benchmarking, and spend analysis etc.
• Risk & Contract Governance: Collaborate with legal, compliance, and risk teams to draft, review, and finalize vendor contracts while managing supply chain continuity and compliance risks.
• Indirect Procurement Oversight: Managing key indirect categories (e.g., equipment, maintenance/MRO, office supplies, professional services, IT/facility services), ensure cost efficiency across CAPEX/OPEX.
• Compliance & Governance: Ensure strict adherence to company procurement policies, the global procurement manual, and the local Authority Matrix across all factory purchasing activities.