Strategic APAC Indirect Procurement Lead

AIR LIQUIDE BUSINESS SERVICES SDN BHD; Selangor; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global industrial gases provider is seeking a Category Manager for Indirect Procurement across the APAC region. The successful candidate will have 8-10 years of procurement experience and direct knowledge of Professional Services and Consulting. Responsibilities include developing sourcing strategies, managing supplier relationships, and conducting market analysis. This role will focus on maximizing savings and leading transformation initiatives within the procurement process. Strong leadership and negotiation skills are essential to succeed in this role.

Qualifications

• 8-10 years of successful experience in Procurement and Category Management.
• Strong knowledge in Professional Services, Consulting, and Contingent Workforce.
• Experience in negotiating large and complex contracts.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement supply chain category models and strategies.
• Lead the strategic sourcing and procurement process end-to-end.
• Conduct spend and market analysis for optimization.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Stakeholder management

Analysis skills

Project management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration or Supply Chain Management

Tools

Coupa

Job description

A leading global industrial gases provider is seeking a Category Manager for Indirect Procurement across the APAC region. The successful candidate will have 8-10 years of procurement experience and direct knowledge of Professional Services and Consulting. Responsibilities include developing sourcing strategies, managing supplier relationships, and conducting market analysis. This role will focus on maximizing savings and leading transformation initiatives within the procurement process. Strong leadership and negotiation skills are essential to succeed in this role.