Strategic Indirect Categories Manager – Malaysia & Singapore

asia pacific breweries (singapore) pte ltd; Singapore; On-site; SGD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

HEINEKEN Singapore seeks a Category Manager for Indirect Categories to craft category strategies, influence sourcing, and elevate supplier performance across Malaysia and Singapore. The role partners with business stakeholders to secure sustainable savings, improve cash flow, manage risk, and support procurement transformation while aligning with regional and global strategies.

Degree in a related field is required; professional procurement qualifications (CIPS/ISM) are an advantage.

Qualifications

• Degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Finance, Economics or related disciplines.
• Professional procurement qualifications (CIPS, ISM or equivalent) will be an advantage.
• Minimum 5-7 years of procurement, sourcing or category management experience.
• Experience leading sourcing projects, supplier negotiations and contract management.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute category strategies for Indirect category across Malaysia and Singapore.
• Lead end-to-end sourcing activities including market assessments, tenders, supplier negotiations and contract execution.
• Manage strategic contracts and supplier performance to ensure delivery, quality, service and commercial commitments.
• Partner with internal stakeholders to understand business requirements and provide procurement expertise.

Skills

Category Management

Strategic Sourcing

Negotiation

Contract Management

Supplier Relationship

Procurement Analytics

Excel & PowerPoint

Leadership

Education

Degree in Supply Chain Management

CIPS or ISM qualification

Tools

ERP systems

Procurement systems

Job description

HEINEKEN Singapore seeks a Category Manager for Indirect Categories to craft category strategies, influence sourcing, and elevate supplier performance across Malaysia and Singapore. The role partners with business stakeholders to secure sustainable savings, improve cash flow, manage risk, and support procurement transformation while aligning with regional and global strategies.

Degree in a related field is required; professional procurement qualifications (CIPS/ISM) are an advantage.