Asst. Indirect Procurement Manager (English fluently)

Our client is automotive manufacturer

Responsibilities:

1. Manage end-to-end indirect procurement, including sourcing, supplier selection, quotation evaluation, negotiation, and purchasing.
2. Develop sourcing strategies and cost-saving initiatives to improve procurement efficiency, quality, and service delivery.
3. Manage supplier relationships, contract negotiations, performance evaluations, and risk mitigation.
4. Oversee assigned procurement categories across manufacturing sites and business operations.
5. Analyze spending, market trends, and supplier performance to identify cost optimization opportunities.
6. Collaborate with global procurement teams, site management, and internal departments to support business and operational requirements.
7. Ensure procurement activities comply with company policies, procedures, and approval processes.
8. Drive procurement process improvements and manage purchasing activities using SAP S/4HANA or other ERP systems.

Requirements:

1. Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, Business Administration, or a related field.
2. Experience in indirect procurement, strategic sourcing, or purchasing within a manufacturing or industrial environment.
3. Strong skills in supplier management, negotiation, contract management, and cost optimization.
4. Good analytical, commercial, and problem-solving skills.
5. Experience working with international suppliers and global stakeholders is an advantage.
6. Proficient in SAP/ERP systems and Microsoft Office.
7. Good command of written and spoken English.