Manager, Indirect Procurement
Core
Independently manage the Indirect Procurement portfolio across Japan and Korea, partnering with stakeholders to develop sourcing strategies, deliver cost efficiencies, and ensure supply continuity.
Role type
Senior Indirect Procurement Manager
Builds
Sourcing strategies, supplier contracts, and commercial outcomes for Indirect categories
Domain
Manufacturing / Industrial (FMCG or food manufacturing preferred)
Required skills
Indirect Procurement lifecycle management, commercial negotiation, contract development, spend analysis, supplier relationship management, stakeholder management, value chain analysis, demand management, tail spend management
Preferred skills
Logistics Procurement experience, experience in manufacturing or industrial environment, experience working with regional/global procurement teams
Technologies
Excel
Responsibilities
Manage key Indirect categories including Sales & Marketing, Logistics, IT/Technology, Leases & Rental, HR Services, Facilities Management, Travel, Utilities, Fees and Consultancies; Lead end-to-end procurement process from requirement scoping to supplier relationship management; Develop sourcing strategies based on spend analysis and market intelligence; Negotiate commercial contracts with suppliers; Conduct value engineering and productivity improvements; Manage supplier performance and compliance.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC