Procurement Manager (Primary Packaging & Supply Chain MRO)

Coca-Cola Beverages Singapore, Malaysia & Brunei; Nilai; On-site; MYR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

The Coca-Cola Beverages Singapore, Malaysia & Brunei procurement team is seeking a seasoned professional to lead primary packaging and MRO procurement strategies. You will build reliable supplier partnerships, drive cost improvements, and ensure supply continuity across SIMA.

Responsibilities include end-to-end sourcing, supplier qualification, and contract management. You will collaborate with internal stakeholders across Malaysia and Singapore, manage plant equipment and facilities, and

Qualifications

• Have at least five years of relevant experience in procurement, strategic sourcing or category management within manufacturing, FMCG or a comparable operational environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead category strategy and execution for primary packaging and supply chain MRO.
• Manage end-to-end sourcing, supplier identification, tendering, evaluation and contracting.
• Develop cost improvement plans balancing savings with quality, service and total cost of ownership.
• Strengthen supplier and converter performance and drive continuous improvements.
• Coordinate sourcing with project stakeholders to meet timelines, budgets and technical requirements.

Skills

Procurement strategy

Category management

Strategic sourcing

Negotiation

Stakeholder management

Job description

Who We Are

The Coca-Cola Company (TCCC) is the world's largest beverage company, refreshing consumers worldwide for over 135 years. Our unrivaled portfolio includes more than 500 sparkling and still brands and more than 3,800 beverage choices, with iconic brands such as Coca-Cola, Sprite, Minute Maid, Schweppes, FuzeTea, Monster, and Fanta.

With over 1,500 employees, Coca-Cola Beverages Singapore, Malaysia & Brunei is a complex and well-developed organization that produces, sells, and distributes the Coca-Cola Company products across the country. Our world-class manufacturing plant in Halal Park, Bandar Enstek in Negeri Sembilan serves as our Halal production hub for Malaysia, Singapore, and Brunei.

About The Role

You will lead procurement strategies for primary packaging and Supply Chain Maintenance, Repair and Operations (MRO), building reliable supplier partnerships and delivering sustainable value through cost competitiveness, quality and supply continuity.

Your primary packaging portfolio will cover PET, HDPE and aluminium materials, preforms, closures, aluminium cans and Bag-in-Box bags, alongside packaging converters, packaging projects and promotional or festive packaging requirements across SIMA.

You will also manage procurement supporting Malaysia and Singapore supply chain operations, including plant equipment, utilities, repairs and maintenance, capacity expansion, facilities, automation, Quality, Safety and Environment (QSE), security and surveillance, and water and energy efficiency initiatives.

Location: Bandar Enstek, Negeri Sembilan

Department: Procurement

Reports to: Head of Procurement, SIMA

What You'll Do

Lead Category Strategy and Execution

• Develop, execute and regularly refresh procurement strategies for primary packaging and Supply Chain MRO, aligning sourcing priorities with business needs.
• Act as a trusted category adviser, providing insights on supplier markets, commodity trends, cost drivers and sourcing opportunities.
• Lead category spend and financial analysis, cost forecasting, annual budgets and long-term budget planning.
• Identify supply risks and implement mitigation plans to strengthen supply continuity and support sustainable sourcing.

Drive Strategic Sourcing and Commercial Value

• Manage the end-to-end sourcing process, including supplier identification and qualification, tender preparation, quotation evaluation, negotiation and contracting.
• Develop and deliver annual cost improvement plans, balancing savings with quality, service, reliability and total cost of ownership.
• Continuously assess new suppliers, alternative materials and sourcing solutions to expand the vendor pool and improve competitiveness.
• Negotiate pricing, payment terms and commercial conditions, ensuring sourcing decisions and documentation are completed accurately and on time.

Strengthen Supplier and Converter Performance

• Build and manage supplier and packaging converter relationships to ensure consistent delivery against contractual, quality and operational requirements.
• Establish supplier performance measures, conduct regular reviews and drive improvements in cost, quality, delivery and service.
• Work with internal teams and suppliers to resolve performance issues and implement corrective actions.
• Support packaging development, consumer promotions and festive packaging requirements through timely sourcing and supplier readiness.

Enable Supply Chain Projects and Operational Efficiency

• Partner with Supply Chain, Engineering and QSE teams to translate technical and operational needs into effective procurement plans.
• Lead sourcing for plant equipment, utilities, maintenance services, facilities, capacity projects and automation initiatives.
• Support procurement for water and energy efficiency projects, helping operations achieve productivity and sustainability objectives.
• Coordinate sourcing activities with project stakeholders to meet agreed timelines, budgets and technical requirements.

Build Stakeholder Alignment and Ensure Compliance

• Proactively engage internal and external stakeholders to align category priorities, sourcing decisions and implementation plans.
• Partner with Legal on contract preparation and ensure purchasing activities comply with procurement policies, procedures and internal controls.
• Collaborate with regional and Group procurement teams to share expertise, align sourcing practices and strengthen procurement capabilities.
• Identify and lead improvements that simplify procurement processes and enhance service to the business.

What You Bring

• Have at least five years of relevant experience in procurement, strategic sourcing or category management within manufacturing, FMCG or a comparable operational environment.
• Bring relevant experience in primary packaging and/or Supply Chain MRO procurement, with exposure to both portfolios being a strong advantage.
• Demonstrate ownership of category strategies and end-to-end sourcing activities, including tender management, supplier evaluation, commercial negotiation and contracting.
• Have strong commercial and analytical skills, with the ability to assess cost structures, market trends, supplier proposals and total cost of ownership, and translate insights into sourcing decisions.
• Demonstrate a track record of delivering measurable cost improvements while maintaining quality, service and supply reliability.
• Be comfortable working with technical stakeholders to understand packaging specifications, equipment requirements and operational needs.
• Have strong stakeholder management, communication and influencing skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities and build effective supplier partnerships.
• Demonstrate sound judgement, attention to detail and a commitment to procurement governance, ethical sourcing and continuous improvement.
• Be willing to travel approximately 25–35% across Malaysia and Singapore.

Our Purpose & Growth Behaviour

We are taking deliberate action to nurture an inclusive culture that is grounded in our company purpose, to refresh the world and make a difference. We focus on five key behaviours – curious, empowered, inclusive, agile, and corporate entrepreneurship – and value how we work as much as what we achieve.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state, or local protected class. When we collect your personal information as part of a job application or offer of employment, we do so in accordance with industry standards and best practices and in compliance with applicable privacy laws.