As a Procurement Exec/Snr Exec, you will responsible for managing Global Procurement Strategies to optimize costs, and Supplier relationships across Makino Groups operations. You will play a critical role in driving strategic initiatives to enhance competitiveness, efficiency and profitability.
Main Duties & Responsibilities
Global Procurement Strategy:
- Plan and execute strategies aligned with Companys objectives;
- Identify procurement opportunities and potential Suppliers;
Supplier Relationship Management:
- Build and maintain strong relationships with Key Suppliers;
- Negotiate contracts and agreements, securing favorable Terms and Conditions;
Cost Optimization:
- Implement cost-effective procurement strategies to achieve saving targets;
- Monitor market trends and supplier performance to identify cost-saving opportunities;
Risk Management:
- Assess and mitigate risks associated with global procurement activities;
- Develop contingency plans to ensure Assurance of Supply;
Quality Assurance:
- Collaborate to establish quality standards for procured parts;
- Monitor supplier performance and implement quality improvement initiatives;
Cross-Functional Collaboration:
- Work closely with internal stakeholders across Makino Group to ensure alignment of procurement strategies with business needs;
- Participate in cross functional teams on New Product Realization and initiatives;
Compliance and Ethics:
- Ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements related to global procurement;
- Promote ethical procurement practices throughout the Supply Chain;
Requirements:
- Diploma/Degree or Professional Qualification in Supply Chain Management, or any Engineering-related fields.
- Minimum 3 years of relevant experience in manufacturing.
- Experience in strategic procurement, or supply chain management with focus on global operations.
- Knowledge of global procurement practices, market dynamics, and supplier relationship management.
- Negotiation and contract management skills.
- Effective communication skills, good interpersonal and cross-cultural experiences will be a plus.
- Ability to communicate in languages other than English will be a plus.
- Meticulous and detail-orientated.
- Able to work independently with minimal supervision.
- Able to travel overseas, willingness to relocate overseas.
