Category Purchaser (Logistics)

TL;DR

Category Purchaser (Logistics): Leading global spare parts procurement for hydraulics, pneumatics, and electrical components with an accent on strategic supplier management and cost-efficiency. Focus on executing sourcing strategies, managing global price negotiations, and optimizing the supply chain footprint.

Location: Laem Chabang, Thailand. Able to work remotely with time zone differences (e.g., China, Europe, North America) and effective time management is required.

Company

Leading global developer and supplier of technologies, automation and services for the pulp, paper, and energy industries.

What you will do

• Execute procurement activities for globally assigned categories and suppliers in alignment with sourcing strategies.
• Manage price agreements, monitor purchase orders, and maintain item data in ERP systems.
• Lead annual price negotiations and implement long-term cost-saving initiatives, including Design-to-Cost programs.
• Perform spend analysis and identify savings opportunities to support sourcing decisions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define supply strategies, priorities, and timelines.
• Identify, evaluate, and qualify new suppliers to strengthen the global supplier base.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in engineering or commercial fields.
• 3+ years of working experience in a similar procurement role.
• Fluent in English; other languages are an asset.
• Proficiency in ERP systems (Infor LN preferred, SAP, or Oracle) and MS Office.
• Strong negotiation skills and ability to work within a global matrix organization.
• Valid driving license.

Nice to have

• Background in Hydraulics and Pneumatics industries.

Culture & Benefits

• Challenging work environment that values innovation and professional growth.
• Generous wage and benefits package.
• Global company offering various career paths to suit individual aspirations.
• Investment in skills development, leadership, and employee well-being.