APAC Procurement Lead – Strategic Sourcing & Suppliers

449 AVON COSMETICS POLSKA SP. Z.O.O.; Makati; On-site; PHP 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Job summary

Avon is seeking a Commodity Manager for APAC External Manufacturing Procurement to lead sourcing, negotiations, and supplier governance across the region. This role requires a strategic mindset, strong analytics, and the ability to engage cross-functional stakeholders to deliver cost savings and risk management.

You will develop procurement strategies, drive supplier development, and monitor market trends to support new product launches and growth initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain, Business, or related discipline.
• 5+ years of Procurement or Supply Chain experience.
• Strong sourcing, supplier management, and negotiation skills.
• Experience leading cross-functional and multicultural stakeholder engagements.
• Experience in supplier qualification and development.
• Korean language proficiency is advantageous to support supplier engagement.
• Self-motivated, results-oriented, and able to work independently while being an effective team player.

Responsibilities

• Conduct commercial negotiations and cost management initiatives to deliver savings opportunities and protect Avon’s commercial interests.
• Develop and execute Procurement strategies aligned with APAC business requirements and Global Procurement objectives.
• Assist in contract mgmt, supplier governance, and risk mitigation activities to ensure compliance and operational effectiveness.
• Lead supplier development, qualification, and performance management to strengthen supply capability and competitiveness.
• Build and maintain effective relationships with existing and prospective suppliers across APAC.
• Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to drive procurement excellence, innovation, and sustainable business outcomes.
• Supports shared-KPI's related to service, quality, innovation, supply assurance, and total cost of ownership.
• Coordinate sourcing activities and support cluster market requirements, new product launches, and business growth initiatives.
• Monitor market trends, supplier capabilities, and industry developments to identify Procurement opportunities and support strategic decision-making.

Skills

Sourcing

Negotiation

Supplier management

Cross-functional collaboration

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Stakeholder engagement

Team player

Education

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain, Business, or related discipline

Job description

Avon is seeking a Commodity Manager for APAC External Manufacturing Procurement to lead sourcing, negotiations, and supplier governance across the region. This role requires a strategic mindset, strong analytics, and the ability to engage cross-functional stakeholders to deliver cost savings and risk management.

You will develop procurement strategies, drive supplier development, and monitor market trends to support new product launches and growth initiatives.