Position Summary

Position Summary:

This individual will be responsible for the management and implementation of sourcing & purchasing related projects & programs for the company and drive continuous improvement on supplier cost, delivery and service level. Working closely with division and location cross-functional teams including SCM planning, customer service, R&D, manufacturing, engineering, finance and quality management team. The main goal is to develop and grow a robust supplier base to meet division business growth and development requirement. This position reports directly to the division sourcing manager and must be able to travel extensively.

Scope/Supervision and Interaction:

Report to Division Sourcing Manager CDA

Lead and manage supplier cost, delivery and service level development & improvement program per company’s requirement with close cooperation with division and location cross-functional teams including R&D, manufacturing, engineering, finance, quality and supply chain management team.

Direct Reports: No.

Responsibilities

Job Responsibility:

• Lead Sourcing & Purchasing related development and improvement projects & programs to achieve goals, objectives and targets covering key supplier base for different countries / locations within division

• Lead material localization projects and programs to meet business growth requirement 

• Lead sourcing program on new supplier selection, evaluation, cost analysis, price justification and risk assessment of suppliers.

• Lead cost negotiation and contract management with suppliers to achieve cost, quality, delivery, and innovation targets 

• Establish supplier performance scorecards and lead monthly business reviews with suppliers to drive continuous improvement

• Collaborate and support location planning & procurement teams for supplier management & improvement in terms of on-time delivery, supply lead time reduction, and other key metrics

• Lead communication with suppliers to resolve key supply issues and drive quick improvement when it happens 

• Lead supplier risk management to identify and mitigate supply risks (single-source, geopolitical, financial, compliance requirement).

• Lead and support cross-functional HPTs on continuous improvement for the supplier related projects & programs

Qualifications

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, business, engineering, or related field. Chemistry or polymer sciences background is preferred

• Professional certification in Supply Chain, Purchasing or Project Management is a plus (CPSM, CSCP, PMP, or similar)

• 5+ years of relevant experience in supply chain management, strategic sourcing, purchasing & procurement with 2-3 years leading teams for complex categories. 

• Chemical or material industry related working experience in Multi-National Company is an advantage

• Strong negotiation skills, effective communication skills and contracting experience with proven track record delivering measurable savings, supplier performance improvements, and supply risk reduction

• Experience with supplier management process and system 

• Good command of English in both speaking and writing 

• Integrity with strong work ethic 

• Must be willing to travel frequently