Global Sourcing Manager, Indirect Spend

Overview

Manage and optimize indirect spend categories in APAC, driving savings and supplier ties.

Key Responsibilities

• cost reporting
• spend optimization
• category management
• stakeholder collaboration
• strategy implementation

Tasks

-Cost reporting and documentation -Continuously implement global and optimize regional indirect spend categories -Individual responsibility for selected indirect spend categories (Logistics, MRO, Construction primarily) -Cross stakeholder collaboration with mutual support of Indirect Spend activities -Implement Long-term strategy category strategies

Requirements

• negotiation
• bachelor’s
• strategic sourcing
• vendor mgmt
• presentation
• 6-8 yrs

What You Bring

-Be a skilled negotiator with deep knowledge about indirect spend -Have a Bachelor’s degree or proven equivalent experience related to Indirect Category Management/Procurement -Great English skills -Strategic sourcing (pipeline planning, RFQ, contract negotiations, etc.) -CSR improvements -Kluang, Johor, Malaysia OR Puchong, Malaysia -Ability to work and manage external vendors to deliver results within designated timelines -Collaborative and relationship builder with strong presentation and communication skills (also in writing e.g. PowerPoint) -Min 6 - 8 years’ of relevant / role specific experience in an international company (Chemical industry experience)

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Benefits

-Working capital improvements -Bonus if consultancy background -Bonus if coating industry knowledge / experience

About Hempel A/S

-Provides innovative coatings and solutions globally. -Focuses on protecting and decorating surfaces across multiple industries. -Known for expertise in marine coatings and expansion into energy, infrastructure, and industrial sectors. -Delivers sustainable and high-performance coatings for ships, oil rigs, buildings, and more. -Committed to supporting industries with durable, long-lasting solutions to withstand harsh conditions. -Trusted by clients worldwide, including private enterprises and government bodies. -Innovates with cutting-edge technologies for corrosion protection, energy efficiency, and environmental sustainability.

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