Procurement Country Manager (Manufacturing)

TL;DR

Procurement Country Manager (Manufacturing): Leading and driving procurement strategy, transformation, and value delivery across China operations with an accent on category management, strategic sourcing, and supplier relationship development. Focus on implementing the global procurement roadmap, optimizing business outcomes, and ensuring compliance with quality and regulatory standards.

Location: Guangzhou, China (Hybrid work model)

Company

A global leader in the construction sector committed to sustainability and innovation.

What you will do

• Lead and develop the country procurement team to drive performance and a strong procurement culture.
• Implement the global procurement transformation roadmap and develop long-term category strategies.
• Manage end-to-end category management, including strategic sourcing and contract negotiation.
• Build and manage strategic supplier relationships to ensure innovation and supply security.
• Drive collaboration with internal stakeholders to optimize procurement outcomes and business value.
• Ensure compliance with quality, safety, and regulatory standards.

Requirements

• Fluent English required.
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, Economics, Logistics, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in procurement or purchasing management, ideally in manufacturing.
• Proven capability in category strategy development and execution.
• Strong analytical mindset with experience in SAP or Ariba.
• Knowledge of import/export and customs processes.

Culture & Benefits

• Recognized as the world's #1 most trustworthy company in the construction sector.
• Strong focus on safety, teamwork, and community.
• Commitment to the 'Road to Sustainability 2030' vision.
• Equal opportunity employer with a focus on diversity and inclusion.
• Hybrid and flexible working arrangements based on trust.