Strategic Sourcing Consultant – Cross-Category (APAC)

Chain IQ

Hong Kong

On-site

HKD 600,000 - 900,000

Full time

12 days ago

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Job summary

Chain IQ in Hong Kong is seeking a Consultant in Cross-Categories Sourcing to deliver value-added sourcing services across IT, professional services, facilities and logistics. You will work closely with category managers and stakeholders to execute end-to-end sourcing initiatives that align with CIQ standards and client expectations.

The role requires a minimum of 5+ years in strategic sourcing, fluency in English and Simplified Chinese, and strong Cantonese.

Qualifications

University degree (ideally in economics or Supply Management and/or Legal) or industry experience equivalent.
A minimum of 5+ years’ experience and demonstrable success in strategic sourcing ideally gained in an international environment.
Additional certification as Sourcing/Procurement professional, e.g. CIPS Certificate, Registered Purchasing Manager (CPC), etc.
Strong oral and written English and Simplified Chinese (mandatory).
Strong Cantonese skills and understanding of local market preferred as role supports Hong Kong.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to influence decisions and resolve conflicts; ability to work in cross-functional teams and manage projects.
Proficient in negotiations and contract knowledge with ability to review contracts in Simplified Chinese and English; experience in IT and Packaging procurement preferred.

Responsibilities

Relationship Management: collaborate with client stakeholders and colleagues across regions to deliver goals.
Develop client stakeholder matrix per category/location and maintain engagement.
Ensure supplier relationship management for assigned suppliers.
Act as key contact for China locations on allocated categories and sourcing initiatives.
Perform spend and contract analysis to identify savings opportunities.
Define and implement commodity strategies and sourcing area plans for China locations.
Represent regional/local interests to Global sourcing categories.
Lead and execute sourcing projects end-to-end with defined timelines and savings targets.
Drive adoption of procure-to-pay through sourcing initiatives and contract management.
Adhere to sourcing policies and maintain high ethics in engagements.
Provide sourcing subject matter expertise to support client engagements and pitches.