Regional Procurement Buyer - MBS (Marketing & Business Services)
Core
Lead a regional procurement team to manage diverse categories (Creative, IT, Travel, etc.) across APAC, delivering margin targets and cost savings for a coffee company.
Role type
Senior Regional Procurement Manager (Strategic Leadership)
Builds
Sourcing strategies, supplier contracts, and cost-saving initiatives for Marketing & Business Services portfolio
Domain
FMCG / Coffee & Tea / Procurement
Required skills
Strategic sourcing, contract negotiation, team leadership, supplier risk management, financial analysis, stakeholder management, process optimization
Preferred skills
MBA or equivalent, CIPS/CPM certification, FMCG industry experience, digitalization expertise
Technologies
Sourcing platforms, risk assessment databases, pricing models
Responsibilities
Develop and implement regional sourcing strategies; lead and mentor Category Buyers; negotiate with strategic suppliers; manage supplier performance and risk; drive cost-saving innovation programs; ensure contract compliance and payment terms.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with leadership responsibilities