Indirect Procurement Manager

KOS International Limited; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

KOS International Limited in Hong Kong leads a strategic procurement role across Hong Kong and Macau, owning category sourcing outcomes, driving negotiations, and strengthening supplier ecosystems.

You will partner with business units, oversee S2P processes, champion e-procurement systems (Coupa/SAP/Ariba), and promote sustainability across the supply base. 7+ years in procurement in MNCs and strong negotiation skills are highly valued.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of procurement or managerial experience within MNCs.
• Experience in strategic sourcing, contract drafting, and commercial negotiation.
• Strong understanding of end-to-end Source-to-Pay (S2P) processes.

Responsibilities

• Own indirect spend categories (OPEX and CAPEX) and drive RFX processes, benchmarking and data-driven negotiations.
• Act as SME across Business Units, guiding internal stakeholders on procurement processes.
• Build and manage local supplier partnerships, perform supplier evaluations and due diligence.
• Serve as market 'Super User' for e-procurement systems, training and change management.
• Integrate sustainability principles into sourcing strategies and support ESG goals in APAC.

Skills

Strategic Sourcing

Negotiation

Stakeholder Management

S2P processes

English & Chinese

Education

Bachelor's degree in Procurement/Business

Tools

Coupa

SAP

Ariba

Job description

The Opportunity

This role sits at the heart of the brand's Hong Kong and Macau operations. You will own category sourcing outcomes, lead commercial negotiations, strengthen supplier ecosystems, and champion process excellence across the end-to-end Source-to-Pay (S2P) journey. You will act as a trusted advisor to business units, balancing commercial rigour with brand protection and sustainability.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic Sourcing & Value Delivery: Own indirect spend categories (OPEX and CAPEX), driving RFX processes, market benchmarking, and data-driven negotiations to deliver measurable value while safeguarding brand standards.
• Business Partnership & Influence: Act as a trusted Subject Matter Expert (SME) across Business Units, guiding internal stakeholders on procurement processes and elevating the overall procurement experience.
• Supplier Ecosystem & Risk Governance: Build and manage high-impact local supplier partnerships - leading segmentation, performance evaluations, contractual due diligence, and risk monitoring.
• S2P Process Excellence & System Adoption: Serve as the market "Super User" for e-procurement systems (Coupa/SAP/Ariba), facilitating training, coaching, and change management while enforcing policy compliance.
• Sustainable & Responsible Procurement: Integrate sustainability principles into sourcing strategies, contribute to CSR supplier audit initiatives, and support APAC regional ESG goals.

Who We Are Looking For

• My client is looking for a proactive self-starter with a strong compliance and risk mindset - someone who thrives in ambiguity, enjoys building processes from scratch, and can influence senior stakeholders with confidence.
• Minimum 7+ years of procurement or managerial experience within MNCs
• Solid track record in strategic sourcing, contract drafting, and commercial negotiation
• In-depth understanding of end-to-end Source-to-Pay (S2P) processes
• Hands‑on experience with e-Procurement tools (Coupa, SAP, or Ariba) - experience as a system "Super User" is a strong advantage
• Bachelor's degree in Procurement, Supply Chain, Business Administration, or related disciplines
• Exceptional stakeholder management, influencing, and relationship-building skills
• Good command of written and spoken English and Chinese

Preferred (but not essential):

• Luxury retail or FMCG background
• Experience with S2C/Coupa implementation
• Intermediate Excel proficiency and strong analytical rigour

Why This Role?

This is not just another procurement job. This is a chance to build something from the ground up within one of the world's most iconic luxury brands. You will have the autonomy to shape the function, drive real change, and work alongside passionate, collaborative colleagues who value creativity, excellence, and long-term thinking.

The brand is focused on creating an inclusive culture that nurtures personal growth and contributes to collective progress. If you are a commercial, governance-minded procurement professional who thrives on challenge and purpose, this could be the career-defining move you have been looking for.