Procurement Director

International award-winning executive recruitment expert Monroe Consulting Group Vietnam is recruiting on behalf of one of the world's leading agrochemical manufacturers. Our client is seeking a Procurement Director who have deep comprehension in the Procurement process.

Job Responsibilities:

  • Coordinates with Regional and Global Procurement, supply chain and materials management organizations internally and with suppliers.
  • Acting in a Cost Leadership position by bringing about a noticeable reduction in the Material Cost & Inventory.
  • Responsible for strategic category management, supplier negotiations, contracts, and ongoing supplier management within the assigned categories.
  • Introducing new technologies to manage the sourcing and purchasing process effectively.
  • Reducing material cost.
  • Deepening relationships with suppliers by establishing long-term relationships with vendors/suppliers & looking at new suppliers for new products being developed
  • Improving Bargaining Power with Suppliers & increase the client's power as a buyer.
  • Cost-effective outsourcing of not so critical or non-strategic items but having business importance.

Job Requirements:

  • Minimum 10 years of progressive chemical procurement experience
  • Strong management skills with the ability to lead cohesive and productive teams
  • Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate with all levels of management
  • Experience in Sourcing Tools
  • Awareness of registration for chemical raw materials
  • Working Knowledge of Procurement Analytics
  • Good command of spoken and written English