About Ingredion:

Join Ingredion, where innovation impacts lives worldwide! Without even realizing it, you've experienced our work in your favorite chocolate, your pet's food, the paper you write on, and your everyday snacks. As a global powerhouse across more than 60 industries, we harness the potential of natural ingredients to transform lives. Whether you're just starting your career or bringing years of experience, there's a place for you here to make a real difference. Be part of our team that values a wide range of perspectives and is committed to shaping a better world with every product we create.

Location :Bandar Enstek, Negeri Sembilan/ Bangkok Bangna, Bangkok/ Songjiang Province, Shanghai

Reports to :Senior Director, Procurement, APAC

Direct reports : 4

Workplace type :On-site / Hybrid

Lead Procurement Transformation Across APAC

Are you a strategic procurement leader who can turn complexity into opportunity

We are hiring a Senior Manager, Indirect Procurement to lead the transformation of a US$250M indirect spend portfolio across 13 countries and 11 manufacturing sites. This is a high-visibility regional role with the opportunity to shape procurement strategy, drive measurable value creation, strengthen supplier partnerships, and establish governance across a diverse and rapidly evolving APAC business.

What you will do:

• Develop and execute regional indirect procurement strategies that deliver sustainable savings and business value.

• Lead strategic sourcing, supplier negotiations, contracting, and supplier performance management.

• Drive procurement governance, compliance, and process standardization across APAC markets.

• Partner with Operations, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, and Finance leaders to influence decisions andoptimizespend.

• Identifyopportunities to simplify specifications, manage demand, and improve total cost of ownership.

• Use analytics and market intelligence to manage risk, improve supplier performance, and uncover new value opportunities.

What you will bring:

• 10+ years of procurement experience, including significant indirect procurement responsibility.

• Exposure to categories such as CAPEX, MRO, Logistics, Facilities Management, or Business Services, in a manufacturing or industrial sector is highly desirable.

• Experience working across multiple APAC markets in a fast-paced, multicultural environment.

• Proven success managing large, regional spend portfolios and delivering measurable cost savings.

• Strong expertise in strategic sourcing, category management, supplier negotiations, and contract management.

• Experience influencing senior stakeholders and driving change in complex matrix organizations.

• Strong commercial acumen with the ability to leverage data and analytics to support decision-making.

• Experience leading procurement transformation, governance, or continuous improvement initiatives.

• Ability to build strategic supplier partnerships while effectively managing risk and supply continuity.

Why Join Ingredion

Discover why Ingredion is the ideal place to advance your career with our exceptional rewards and benefits package designed to help you thrive. Create the future with us and enjoy:

• Total Rewards Package - Competitive salary and performance-based pay recognizing your contributions to our success
• Comprehensive Benefits & Wellness Support - Health, long-term savings, and resources for your physical, mental, and emotional well-being
• Flexible Work Arrangements - We value flexibility to support you both professionally and personally
• Career Growth - Learning, training, and development opportunities.
• Employee Recognition Program - A culture of real-time appreciation, with personalized recognition rewards globally

No relocation provided

Ingredion uses AI-enabled tools to support parts of the recruitment process, including resume screening and interview scheduling. These tools help match candidate skills to job requirements and streamline communication. All AI-assisted decisions are reviewed by our Talent Acquisition team to ensure fairness and compliance with applicable laws. By applying, you acknowledge that AI may be used to support your application journey.

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