Senior Procurement Specialist (Team Indirect)

Pepperl+Fuchs Group; Kepulauan Riau; On-site; IDR 450,000,000 - 650,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Pepperl+Fuchs Group is seeking a Senior Procurement Specialist (Team Indirect) to lead strategic sourcing and category management across indirect materials and services in Southeast Asia. You will drive savings, supplier performance, and procurement transformation in collaboration with regional teams.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in a related field, professional procurement certification (preferred), and 5–8 years of experience in cross-functional procurement projects, with strong TCO,

Qualifications

• The Bachelor’s Degree requirement is stated in the job description.
• Professional procurement certification is preferred.
• 5–8 years of procurement experience.
• Experience managing cross-functional procurement projects.
• Category management methodology.
• Supplier relationship, strategic sourcing and tender management.
• Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) principles, contract negotiation and commercial analysis.
• Procurement analytics, reporting and risk assessment.

Responsibilities

• Category Management
• Develop and execute sourcing strategies for assigned indirect categories
• Drive supplier consolidation and spend optimization
• Strategic Sourcing & Negotiation
• Lead complex sourcing projects and commercial negotiations
• Evaluate total cost of ownership and supplier risk
• Supplier Performance Management
• Establish supplier KPIs and conduct performance reviews
• Drive supplier development initiatives
• Cross-Functional Business Partnership
• Partner with business stakeholders to align procurement strategies
• Support business planning and demand management
• Procurement Excellence
• Drive process improvements and share procurement best practices
• Coach junior procurement team members

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Procurement, Supply Chain, Engineering, Business, Finance, or related field

Professional procurement certification (CIPS / CPSM / equivalent)

Job description

At Pepperl+Fuchs, we combine a strong commitment to innovation with a deep respect for the traditions that have shaped our success. From renewable energy and automotive production to water treatment plants and chemical systems, our advanced electronic sensors and automation components enable smooth and safe operations around the globe.

We Take Pride In Fostering a Supportive And Collaborative Workplace Culture, Where Employees Feel Connected And Valued - Much Like a Close-knit Family. As We Continue To Grow, We Are Excited To Welcome a New Team Member For The Following Position

Senior Procurement Specialist (Team Indirect)

Role Purpose

The Senior Procurement Specialist shall represent the Indirect Purchasing (IPUR) function and lead strategic sourcing and category management initiatives to maximize business value, improve supplier performance, and support procurement transformation objectives.

The primary objective of the role is to identify, develop, and manage strategic supplier relationships for indirect materials and services while delivering measurable savings, risk mitigation, and sustainable procurement outcomes.

The incumbent shall provide procurement expertise, lead sourcing projects, and collaborate with regional procurement teams to align category strategies, governance standards, and supplier management practices across Southeast Asia.

Role Responsibilities

• Category Management
• Develop and execute sourcing strategies for assigned indirect categories
• Drive supplier consolidation and spend optimization
• Strategic Sourcing & Negotiation
• Lead complex sourcing projects and commercial negotiations
• Evaluate total cost of ownership and supplier risk
• Supplier Performance Management
• Establish supplier KPIs and conduct performance reviews
• Drive supplier development initiatives
• Cross-Functional Business Partnership
• Partner with business stakeholders to align procurement strategies
Support business planning and demand management
• Procurement Excellence
• Drive process improvements and share procurement best practices
• Coach junior procurement team members

Role Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Procurement, Supply Chain, Engineering, Business, Finance, or related field
• Professional procurement certification preferred (CIPS / CPSM / equivalent)
• 5–8 years of procurement experience
• Experience managing cross-functional procurement projects
• Category management methodology
• Supplier relationship, Strategic sourcing and tender management
• Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) principles, Contract negotiation and commercial analysis
• Procurement analytics, reporting and risk assessment

Pepperl+Fuchs actively promotes diversity, equity, and inclusion and is committed to a policy of equal employment opportunity. We welcome applications from all individuals, regardless of ethnicity, country of origin, gender, religion, sexual orientation, age, skin color, physical or mental abilities, social background, or any other protected characteristic. All employment decisions are made based on these principles and in full compliance with applicable federal and state laws.