Regional Procurement Manager - Logistics & Warehouse Services
We are seeking a results-driven and strategic Regional Procurement Manager to lead the procurement of logistics and warehouse services across the ASEAN region for a leading FMCG company. This role is responsible for developing sourcing strategies, managing supplier relationships, ensuring cost efficiency, and supporting the overall supply chain and business objectives.
Key Responsibilities:
- Strategic Sourcing & Category Management:
- Develop and implement procurement strategies specific to logistics (inbound/outbound transportation, freight forwarding, and warehousing across ASEAN.
- Align sourcing strategies with FMCG supply chain priorities to support product availability, responsiveness, and service level.
- Conduct spend analysis and identify opportunities for savings, service improvement, and innovation.
Supplier Management:- Identify, evaluate, and negotiate contracts with logistics and warehousing service providers.
- Lead regular supplier performance reviews based on KPIs such as cost, quality, delivery, and innovation.
- Ensure suppliers comply with FMCG regulatory, safety, and operational standards.
Cost Optimization & Value Creation:- Drive initiatives that reduce logistics and warehousing costs without compromising service levels.
- Leverage volume consolidation, network design, and alternative sourcing strategies.
Cross-functional Collaboration:- Collaborate with regional supply chain, customer service, finance, and commercial teams to align procurement efforts with business needs.
- Act as the procurement point of contact for logistics and warehousing in cross-functional projects.
Risk Management & Compliance:- Monitor regional market dynamics, logistics disruptions, and risks.
- Ensure all contracts and practices comply with legal, regulatory, and company policies.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business Administration, or related field; Master's degree is a plus.
- Minimum 8-10 years of procurement experience in logistics and warehousing, preferably in FMCG or consumer goods.
- Strong negotiation, contract management, and supplier relationship skills.
- Understanding of ASEAN logistics and warehousing markets.
- Experience in working in regional or multi-country environments is an advantage.
- Good command of both Thai and English
Argyll Scott Asia is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
