Senior Procurement Manager-Logistics

Luca; San Francisco (CA); Sur place; USD 140 000 - 230 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Lazada is seeking a Senior Strategic Category Manager for logistics procurement across warehouse leasing, transportation, and related sub-categories. You will lead category strategy, end-to-end sourcing, and complex negotiations, partnering with operations and finance to align procurement with regional objectives.

The role emphasizes market intelligence, supplier development, and governance to deliver competitive, compliant outcomes while managing a global supplier portfolio in a fast-paced

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field required.
• Master’s or MBA preferred.
• Certifications such as CIPS/CSCP/CPSM are advantageous.

Responsabilités

• Develop and execute multi-year category strategies for logistics sub-categories.
• Lead end-to-end strategic sourcing processes from demand analysis to contract execution.
• Continuously scan the market for pricing trends and supplier opportunities.
• Lead complex commercial negotiations on pricing, terms, and SLAs.
• Ensure contracts are properly governed, stored, and tracked for milestones.
• Conduct supplier risk assessments and manage risk escalation.
• Drive year-over-year cost savings through bidding and value engineering.
• Prepare and present procurement reports to senior management.
• Collaborate with Operations, Finance, and Legal to align procurement with business goals.
• Manage supplier lifecycle and drive supplier development and performance reviews.

Connaissances

Strategic thinking

Negotiation & commercial acumen

Analytical rigor

Stakeholder management

Leadership

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Time management

Formation

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management

Master's degree or MBA

Certifications (CIPS, CSCP, CPSM)

Outils

Excel

Procurement analytics tools

Reporting tools

Description du poste

Job Description

Strategic Category Management & Sourcing

• Category Strategy: Develop and execute multi-year category strategies for logistics procurement sub-categories such as: warehouse leasing, transportation/freight, engineering & construction, MHE/capex, tools & spare parts, aligned with Lazada’s business strategy and regional procurement objectives.
• Strategic Sourcing: Lead end-to-end strategic sourcing processes — from demand analysis, market intelligence, and RFx design through to supplier selection, award recommendation, and contract execution — ensuring transparent, competitive, and compliant procurement practices.
• Market Intelligence: Continuously scan the Indonesia logistics and real estate market for pricing trends, new suppliers, alternative solutions, and innovation opportunities that can deliver competitive advantage.

Contract Management & Commercial Negotiation

• Contract Negotiation: Lead complex commercial negotiations on pricing, payment terms, SLAs, liability, termination, and renewal clauses for high-value logistics contracts (warehouse leases, transportation agreements, construction contracts), targeting best-in-class commercial outcomes.
• Contract Governance: Ensure all contracts are reviewed by Legal/Compliance, properly executed, stored in the contract repository, and tracked for key milestones (expiries, escalations, renewals).
• Risk Management: Conduct supplier risk assessments covering financial stability, operational capacity, legal/compliance exposure, and business continuity. Proactively identify and escalation risks to Country Head and Senior Management.
• Cost Optimization: Drive year-over-year cost savings through competitive bidding, contract restructuring, scope optimization, and value engineering initiatives. Track and report realized savings against targets.

Stakeholder Management & Reporting

• Executive Reporting: Prepare and present comprehensive procurement reports to the Country Head, Senior Management Team, and regional stakeholders as required.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with Operations, Finance, and Legal to align procurement activities with business objectives, resolve escalations, and drive process integration across functions.
• Business Partnering: Act as the primary procurement interface for internal stakeholders on logistics categories, translating business requirements into actionable procurement plans with clear timelines and deliverables.

Vendor Management & Performance

• Supplier Lifecycle: Manage the full supplier lifecycle — onboarding, qualification, performance evaluation, development, and offboarding — for all logistics procurement categories.
• Performance Reviews: Conduct periodic supplier evaluations (semi annual) using structured scorecards covering quality, delivery, cost, service, and compliance. Drive corrective action plans for underperforming suppliers.
• Supplier Development: Build and nurture strategic supplier relationships. Identify opportunities for supplier-led innova

Job Requirements

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Engineering, Logistics, or a related field.
• Master’s degree or MBA (preferred).
• Relevant professional certifications (e.g., CIPS, CSCP, CPSM) are advantageous.

Experience

• Minimum 8–10 years of progressive procurement/sourcing experience, with at least 4 years specifically in logistics-related categories (warehouse leasing, transportation/freight, construction/engineering, capex, MHE).
• Demonstrated experience in strategic sourcing, contract negotiation, and supplier management for contracts exceeding IDR 5 billion in annual spend.
• Experience in e-commerce, 3PL, or logistics industry is strongly preferred.
• Track record of leading and developing procurement teams (2–5 direct/indirect reports) is advantageous.

Skills & Competencies

• Strategic Thinking: Ability to develop long-term category strategies aligned with business objectives and translate them into actionable procurement roadmaps.
• Negotiation & Commercial Acumen: Strong negotiator with deep understanding of commercial contract structures, pricing models, and cost analysis techniques (TCO, should-cost, value engineering).
• Analytical Rigor: Numerically astute with strong data analysis skills; proficient in Excel, procurement analytics, and reporting tools.
• Stakeholder Management: Excellent communication, presentation, and influencing skills; able to engage effectively with senior executives, cross-functional partners, and external suppliers.
• Leadership: Proven ability to lead, motivate, and develop teams; drives accountability and high performance.
• Problem-Solving: Able to navigate complex, ambiguous situations, make sound decisions under pressure, and deliver results in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Attention to Detail: Keen eye for accuracy in contract terms, financial analysis, and compliance documentation.
• Time Management: Effective at prioritizing multiple competing demands and meeting deadlines.

Language Requirements

• English fluency (written and spoken) — mandatory.
• Bahasa Indonesia fluency — required for local stakeholder and supplier engagement.
• Mandarin fluency — added value for regional alignment and HQ communication.

Work Location

• Based in Cimanggis (Depok), with visits to the Head Office in Central Jakarta 1–2 times per week.