We are seeking a commercially driven and strategically minded professional to lead our Energy & Fertilizer procurement portfolio across global operations. This role plays a critical part in ensuring supply security, optimizing costs, and shaping long-term commodity strategies aligned with business growth.

Why Join Us:

Opportunity to take on a global leadership role in a critical commodity function
Exposure to high-value commercial decisions and strategic investments
Work within a dynamic, multi-country operating environment

Key Responsibilities:

Lead end-to-end procurement strategy for Energy and Fertilizer commodities across global mills, with a focus on Southeast Asia
Develop and execute commodity strategies aligned with global business objectives
Build and manage strong partnerships with vendors, traders, and internal stakeholders
Drive cost optimization initiatives and deliver against assigned savings targets
Monitor and analyze market trends to provide actionable insights and purchasing decisions
Oversee the full lifecycle of commercial deals/trades including execution and risk considerations
Lead or support strategic projects (e.g., acquisitions, JVs, investments) to create long-term value
Identify and onboard new suppliers to enhance supply resilience and quality standards
Provide regular market intelligence updates to senior leadership
Act as a key global point of contact for energy and fertilizer procurement matters

Requirements:

Degree in Engineering or Business (Master's preferred)
Proven experience managing large procurement spend or trading book (≥ USD 200M annually)
Minimum 5 years of experience in direct procurement and/or commodities trading
Strong knowledge of energy and/or fertilizer markets (buy-side or trading exposure preferred)
Demonstrated commercial acumen and ability to drive strategic initiatives
Proven track record in negotiation and value delivery
Experience in market analysis and translating data into strategy
Ability to operate effectively in a global, cross-cultural environment
Strategic thinker with strong stakeholder management and communication skills

Assistant Procurement Manager (Energy and Fertilizer, Base: Raffles Place, Global Portfolio)