Manager Strategic Procurement Purchasing Business Partner

PT Kamadjaja Logistics; Surabaya ꦱꦸꦫꦧꦪ; On-site; IDR 300,000,000 - 600,000,000; Full time

Job summary

PT Kamadjaja Logistics in Surabaya, Jawa Timur, is seeking an experienced Manager Strategic Procurement Purchasing Business Partner to drive procurement excellence and cost optimisation across the organisation. You will develop and implement strategic procurement initiatives, build strong relationships with internal stakeholders and external vendors, and lead the procurement team.

Key responsibilities include negotiating contracts, managing vendor performance, monitoring market trends, and

Qualifications

• 7–10 years of experience in strategic procurement, purchasing or supply chain management
• At least 5 years in a managerial or senior procurement role
• Experience in vendor relationship management, contract negotiation and vendor selection processes
• Knowledge of procurement best practices, cost analysis and total cost of ownership
• Experience in warehousing, transport, logistics or related industries is desirable
• Strong stakeholder management and analytical skills

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute strategic procurement plans
• Identify, evaluate and negotiate contracts with vendors
• Lead vendor relationship management and performance monitoring
• Collaborate with internal units to deliver tailored procurement solutions
• Manage tender development, bid evaluation and vendor selection
• Monitor market trends and supply chain risks for sourcing decisions
• Optimize inventory and working capital through demand forecasting
• Lead cross-functional teams and mentor junior staff
• Ensure compliance with regulations and ethical sourcing
• Prepare reports on procurement performance and cost savings

Skills

Vendor management

Contract negotiation

Cost analysis

Total cost of ownership

Stakeholder management

Procurement systems

Excel / MS Office

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business / Supply Chain Management / Economics

Tools

Microsoft Office

Procurement ERP systems

Job description

Manager Strategic Procurement Purchasing Business Partner

About the role

PT Kamadjaja Logistics is seeking an experienced Manager Strategic Procurement Purchasing Business Partner to join our organisation on a full-time basis in Surabaya, Jawa Timur. This is a pivotal position within our Purchasing, Procurement division, reporting directly to senior management. As Manager Strategic Procurement Purchasing Business Partner, you will play a crucial role in driving procurement excellence and cost optimisation across the organisation. You will be responsible for developing and implementing strategic procurement initiatives that align with our business objectives, whilst building and maintaining strong relationships with internal stakeholders and external vendors. This role is central to our mission to deliver operational efficiency and sustainable value creation across our logistics operations.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and execute strategic procurement plans that support business growth and cost reduction targets
• Identify, evaluate and negotiate contracts with vendors to secure competitive pricing, quality and delivery terms
• Lead vendors relationship management, including performance monitoring, risk assessment and continuous improvement initiatives
• Collaborate with internal business units across operations, finance and supply chain to understand procurement requirements and deliver tailored solutions
• Manage procurement processes including tender development, bid evaluation and vendor selection to ensure compliance with company policies
• Monitor market trends, commodity pricing and supply chain risks to inform strategic sourcing decisions
• Optimise inventory levels and working capital through effective demand forecasting and supply chain coordination
• Lead cross-functional teams and mentor junior procurement staff to develop capability within the department
• Ensure procurement activities comply with relevant regulations, company standards and ethical sourcing practices
• Prepare reports and provide insights to senior management on procurement performance, cost savings and strategic opportunities

What we're looking for

A minimum of 7–10 years experience in strategic procurement, purchasing or supply chain management, with at least 5 years in a managerial or senior procurement role

Proven experience in vendor relationship management, contract negotiation and vendor selection processes

Strong understanding of procurement best practices, cost analysis and total cost of ownership principles

Demonstrated ability to develop and implement procurement strategies that deliver measurable cost savings and operational improvements

Experience working in warehousing, transport, logistics or related industries is highly desirable

Excellent stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence and collaborate across multiple departments

Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities with proficiency in procurement systems and Microsoft Office applications

Knowledge of supply chain risk management, compliance and ethical sourcing standards

Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Economics or a related discipline

Logistics, Freight & Delivery Services 1,001-5,000 employees

One of the biggest integrated logistics service provider (international & domestic freight forwarding, warehousing & transportation), invites the competent candidates to take the challenge to become our staff.

Jakarta

Grha Kamadjaja