Senior Procurement Manager

Forestown; Daerah Khusus Ibukota Jakarta; On-site; IDR 200.000.000 - 300.000.000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in electric mobility seeks a Senior Procurement Manager to oversee sourcing operations in Indonesia. This role involves developing procurement strategies, managing supplier relationships, and ensuring compliance while navigating the dynamic EV market. The ideal candidate has substantial experience in procurement and a strong grasp of cross-cultural communication. Join us to influence strategic decisions and drive operational excellence within a fast-growing industry.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Leadership potential

Regional exposure

Autonomy to build processes

Qualifications

• 8 years of procurement experience in automotive or technology sectors.
• Proven track record in strategic sourcing and vendor negotiation.
• Proficiency in English; Mandarin is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute sourcing strategies for materials.
• Manage supplier relationships across markets.
• Drive process improvements and implement digital tools.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Analytical skills

Cross-cultural communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Business

Master’s degree (preferred)

Job description

Job Title: Senior Procurement Manager

Location: North Jakarta, Indonesia

Industry: Electric Vehicle (EV) & Smart Mobility

Reporting To: General Manager / Regional Head of Operations

Language: English-speaking environment (Chinese leadership background)

About the hiring company
Our client is a leading global innovator in electric mobility, committed to redefining the driving experience through intelligent technologies and cutting-edge EV solutions. Headquartered in Singapore, we are expanding rapidly across Southeast Asia. Our operations in Indonesia focus on aftermarket services, parts supply, and assembly support for electric vehicles in the region.

Job Overview
As Senior Procurement Manager, you will take end-to-end ownership of procurement and sourcing operations in Indonesia, with a strong focus on strategic supplier development, cost leadership, and process transformation. This role is pivotal in aligning the local supply chain with global HQ standards while navigating the fast-evolving EV and automotive parts ecosystem in Southeast Asia.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and execute sourcing strategies for direct and indirect materials, focusing on aftermarket components and services.

• Identify, assess, and manage supplier relationships across local and international markets.

• Lead supplier performance reviews and negotiate contracts to meet cost, quality, and delivery targets.

• Optimize procurement spend through category management, demand planning, and TCO analysis.

• Act as a bridge between Chinese HQ and local teams, translating strategic goals into local procurement actions.

• Ensure compliance with internal policies, contracts, and regulatory standards.

• Drive process improvements and implement digital tools (e.g., ERP, e-sourcing) to enhance procurement efficiency.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Business, or related field (Master’s preferred).
• 8 years of procurement experience, ideally in automotive, manufacturing, EV, or technology-intensive sectors.
• Proven track record in strategic sourcing, vendor negotiation, and international procurement.
• Strong understanding of cross-cultural communication—able to work seamlessly in Chinese-led yet English-speaking teams.
• Analytical, structured, and data-driven decision maker.
  
• Strong leadership presence, negotiation skills, and stakeholder management experience.
• Familiarity with local Indonesian suppliers and regulatory environment is a strong advantage.
• Proficiency in English (Mandarin is a plus but not required).

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a high-growth EV company revolutionizing mobility in Southeast Asia.
• Work in a dynamic, cross-border team bridging innovation and operational excellence.
• Competitive compensation with leadership potential and regional exposure.
• Autonomy to build processes, drive strategic impact, and grow with the company.

To Apply:
Submit your CV here or contact via WhatsApp: [phone].

Indicative Salary Range — Senior Procurement Manager

Location | North Jakarta, Indonesia

Component	Local Currency (IDR)	USD ≈ 16,000IDR≈1USD16,000 IDR ≈ 1 USD16,000IDR≈1USD	Notes
Monthly Base	45 – 70 million	≈ 2,800 – 4,400	Upper‐quartile for strategic managers in multinational or EV/tech manufacturing environments.
Annual Base (x 12)	540 – 840 million	≈ 34 – 53 k	—
Target Bonus / 13-th Month	10 – 25 % of base (≈ 55 – 200 M)	≈ 3.5 – 12.5 k	Performance-linked; Chinese firms often pay one-off “project” or “year-end” awards.
Total Cash (OTR)	600 – 1,050 million	≈ 38 – 66 k	Inclusive of bonus; high performers with scarce EV supply-chain expertise can reach the top end.