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Indirect Procurement Manager

Colgate Palmolive
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Petaling Jaya

Full-Time

Job Description

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Responsible for optimizing the management of all Indirect Commercial Spends and Processes for one or more Hubs, for both CP and Hill’s organizations. Must establish full alignment with Hub Mgmt Team(s) and key stakeholders in order to develop/execute sourcing strategies which meet the business needs/objectives. The Hub Procurement Manager plays an integral role by:
 
  • Developing and executing plans to achieve annual Hub savings and business simplification (supplier reduction, process efficiency) targets.  Requires understanding Hub business priorities and regular interaction/alignment with Hub Mgmt Team.
  • Ensuring that all IP mandates are respected (IP involvement with all spends, supplier creation, PO compliance, etc.)
  • Managing strategic business relationships, internally and externally.
  • Ensuring service and quality objectives are maintained and continuously improved, and all issues are resolved quickly.
  • Working collaboratively with division and global spend Category Leaders, stakeholders and suppliers to ensure centrally led sourcing projects meet local business requirements and are executed efficiently.
  • Maintain, with the help of category leaders, knowledge of best practices, processes, and technology trends and sharing this knowledge with Hub stakeholders.
  • Implementing metrics, tools, and new processes to optimize sourcing, supplier innovation and business simplification (ie. Relationship Mgmt Programs, KPI’s, Redesigning processes for simplification, etc.)
  • Developing and implementing comprehensive change management plans to ensure organizational readiness for the implementation of improved sourcing processes and strategies.
  • Development and negotiation of contract agreements with suppliers, in partnership with the Legal Dept.
  • Facilitating CRMC approval for supply agreements when required
  • Providing regular updates to the Hub Mgmt Team on status vs. annual objectives, major projects, key issues, etc.
  • Ability to lead or participate in special projects/taskforces at Division and Global level.

Job Requirements

Do you have experience in Indirect Procurement ?
Do you experience in handling Commercial Function procurement?

Education:
 
  • A Bachelor of Arts or Science in Sourcing, Business, Finance, or comparable discipline is preferred. 
  • An advanced degree (MBA) or professional certification (CPM, CPIM, or Project Management) is desirable.
 
Experience:
 
This position requires a strong understanding of Procurement processes, change and project management methodologies,  remote people management, and strong leadership and communication skills.
 
Mobility:
 
Potential for mobility within Asia, or globally, desirable for eventual career development reasons, but not required
 

Additional Info

Experience Level

0 - 7 Years of Experience

Job Specialisation

Supply Chain & Logistics


Company Profile

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Colgate Palmolive

Colgate-Palmolive is a global company serving people in over 200 countries and territories with consumer products that make their lives healthier and more enjoyable. Colgate manufactures and markets oral care, personal care, home care and pet nutrition products under such internationally recognized brand names as Colgate, Palmolive, Speed Stick, Lady Speed Stick, Softsoap, Irish Spring, Protex, Sorriso, Kolynos, elmex, Tom’s of Maine, Sanex, Ajax, Axion, Fabuloso, Soupline and Suavitel, as well as Hill’s Science Diet, Hill’s Prescription Diet and Hill’s Ideal Balance. A truly global company, we have a world of opportunities and experiences to offer.

Every one of our employees plays an important role in ensuring we deliver the quality products consumers rely on to care for themselves and the ones they love. So we recognize that our success is driven by these talented and dedicated Colgate people around the world. And in turn we are dedicated to the success of our people, offering an array of resources to help expand their professional and personal horizons - from stimulating career opportunities and access to world-class training and leadership development programs, to wellness initiatives and opportunities to contribute to the communities where we live and work.

We’re committed to helping our people get where they want to go. Explore the world of opportunities and experiences Colgate-Palmolive has to offer you.

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Indirect Procurement Manager

Colgate Palmolive

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Petaling Jaya

Full-Time

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