Manager, Non-Trade Procurement & Assets

DKSH Hong Kong Limited; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

DKSH Hong Kong Limited is seeking an experienced Procurement Manager to lead non-trade procurement in Hong Kong. You will develop strategy, policies and processes, centralize spend categories, and drive cost-saving initiatives with vendors while ensuring compliance and risk management.

You will manage a procurement team, mentor staff, and partner with internal stakeholders on contracts and performance. The role requires strong negotiation, project management and ERP experience, with fluency in

Qualifications

• Degree or professional qualification in Business Administration, Accounting, Finance, or related discipline.
• Minimum 8 years' relevant experience in procurement with strong exposure to operational procurement processes.
• Experience with freight forwarders and supply chain management is an advantage.
• Fluency in English and Chinese.
• Proven hands-on experience in procurement, contract management, and vendor management.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain HK Non-Trade Procurement (NTP) related strategy, policy and procedures.
• Centralize and implement NTP process for each spend category.
• Initiate and implement cost savings projects, drive process improvements together with pricing rationalization with vendors to match with cost savings initiatives.
• Continuously develop and maintain a vendor base that is sustainable, financially stable and strategic long term partners.
• Lead and support corporate projects i.e. office renovation and leasing review.
• Get the best possible knowledge of the relevant stakeholder /corporate requirements and establish close contacts to ensure actual and future knowledge of internal demand and service quality requirement.
• Provide guidance on strategic contract negotiations and comments on contract to maximize cost saving opportunity.
• Responsible for vendor audit / assessment / evaluation and spend monitoring.
• Maintain proper records of all procurement activities and drive centralized documentation according to group standard.
• Manage and oversee team's delivery of team/function goals to drive execution against goals set.
• Drive learning and development of team in the area of Procurement Management and DKSH behavior to achieve team/function goals.
• Drive self-learning and improvement in the area of Procurement Management and DKSH behavior as part of continuous learning.

Skills

Project management

Problem solving

Communication

Negotiation

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

ERP / SAP experience

Bilingual English & Chinese

Education

Degree in Business Administration/Accounting/Finance

Tools

SAP

Job description

DKSH's purpose is to enrich people's lives. For over 160 years, we have been marketing, selling, and distributing high-quality products and brands for multinational and Fortune 500 companies. Through our Business Units Consumer Goods, Healthcare, Performance Materials, and Technology, we deliver sustainable growth for our partners. We contribute to improving the quality of life for our employees and people in the local communities in which we operate. Headquartered in Switzerland, DKSH is publicly listed and operates in 35 markets across Asia Pacific, Europe, and North America. We employ over 26,800 specialists and produced net sales of CHF 11.1 billion in 2025.

General Responsibilities

Develop, implement, and maintain HK Non-Trade Procurement (NTP) related strategy, policy and procedures. Drive awareness/compliance to adhere to such policies and procedures, through close collaboration and educating the internal customers and external vendors

Centralize and implement NTP process for each spend category

Initiate and implement cost savings projects, drive process improvements together with pricing rationalization with vendors to match with cost savings initiatives

Continuously develop and maintain a vendor base that is sustainable, financially stable and strategic long term partners, who can consistently meet and exceed our requirements on cost (competitiveness), quality (product/service level) and delivery (on time per contract/agreed)

Lead and support corporate projects i.e. office renovation and leasing review

Get the best possible knowledge of the relevant stakeholder /corporate requirements and establish close contacts to ensure actual and future knowledge of internal demand and service quality requirement

Provide guidance on strategic contract negotiations and comments on contract to maximize cost saving opportunity

Responsible for vendor audit / assessment / evaluation and spend monitoring

Maintain proper records of all procurement activities and drive centralized documentation according to group standard

Leadership responsibilities

Manage and oversee team's delivery of team/function goals to drive execution against goals set

Drive and manage learning and development of team in the area of Procurement Management and DKSH behavior to achieve team/function goals

Drive self-learning and improvement in the area of Procurement Management and DKSH behavior as part of continuous learning

Job Requirements

Strong understanding of business operations and industry practices.

Proven hands-on experience in procurement, contract management, and vendor management, including exposure to relevant ERP systems.

Experience with SAP or similar enterprise systems is an advantage.

Strong project management, problem-solving, communication, and negotiation skills.

Proficiency in office productivity tools such as Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.

Sound knowledge of commercial and contractual considerations related to suppliers (e.g. supply and risk management).

Fluency in English and Chinese (written and spoken).

Qualifications

Degree or professional qualification in Business Administration, Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.

Minimum of 8 years' relevant experience with strong exposure to operational procurement processes; experience with freight forwarders and supply chain management is an advantage.

See What You Can Do!

At DKSH, we offer you breadth that accelerates growth, trust that lets you lead, and purpose that connects your work to the things people depend on every day. As DKSH spans industries, markets, and segments, serving thousands of customers, you'll build expertise that is rare, well rounded, and difficult to replicate elsewhere. You'll be trusted to own your role and supported to deliver real results. The impact of your work extends far beyond your role. Through the work you do, you are an essential part of making, powering, and improving everyday life.