Senior Global Procurement & Strategic Sourcing Leader

STARTEAM GLOBAL

Hong Kong

On-site

HKD 900,000 - 1,500,000

Full time

9 days ago

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Job summary

STARTEAM GLOBAL in Hong Kong seeks a seasoned Procurement Leader to shape and execute group-wide strategies for key materials and services. You will oversee supplier governance, contract negotiations, and cost-reduction initiatives across regions.

The role requires 10–15 years in manufacturing procurement, strong SAP/ERP experience, and travel readiness. You will collaborate with operations, engineering, and finance to align procurement with business needs and driveDigitalization in supply chain

Qualifications

University degree in procurement / supply chain management or related field.
10–15 years of progressive procurement experience in manufacturing or trading environments.
Travel is required.
Strong analytical and negotiation skills.
Experience with SAP or ERP systems preferred.

Responsibilities

Develop and implement group-wide procurement strategies aligned with business objectives and cost optimization targets.
Lead sourcing initiatives for key materials, components, and services across regions.
Drive supplier consolidation, localization, and risk diversification strategies.
Monitor global market trends, commodity pricing, and supply risks to inform purchasing decisions.
Establish and maintain a robust vendor management framework, including selection, evaluation, and performance monitoring.
Build strategic partnerships with key suppliers to ensure continuity, pricing, quality, and innovation.
Lead contract negotiations, pricing agreements, and commercial terms at the corporate level.
Ensure compliance with company policies, ethical sourcing standards, and regulatory requirements.
Continuously monitor raw material market trends and industry dynamics to adjust procurement strategies proactively.
Drive cost reduction initiatives through supplier consolidation, volume bundling, renegotiation, and other levers to achieve savings targets.
Analyze procurement data to identify savings opportunities and operational improvements.
Collaborate with operations, engineering, finance, and sales teams to align procurement with production and business needs.
Provide high-level oversight and guidance to factory purchasing teams in JST and PST, ensuring alignment with corporate standards.
Support new product development initiatives through early supplier involvement.
Standardize procurement processes and policies across regions.
Enhance procurement systems and tools (e.g., SAP) to improve transparency, efficiency, and reporting.
Promote digitalization and data-driven decision-making within the procurement function.
Identify and mitigate supply chain risks, including geopolitical, logistical, and supplier-related risks.
Ensure adherence to internal controls, audit requirements, and corporate governance standards.