Head of Procurement
- 12-5-25
- THB180000 - THB230000 per month
- Bangkok
- Permanent
- V-49140
Job Description
Job Summary: We are seeking a strategic and results-driven
Head of Procurement to lead the procurement and sourcing functions for our's client - a global F&B manufacturing operations. The ideal candidate will be responsible for overseeing end-to-end purchasing activities, developing cost-effective procurement strategies, managing vendor relationships, and ensuring the uninterrupted supply of raw materials, packaging, and services critical to food production.
Key Responsibilities:- Develop and implement strategic procurement plans aligned with business goals.
- Oversee sourcing and purchasing of raw materials, ingredients, packaging, indirect materials, and services.
- Ensure cost-effectiveness while maintaining quality and compliance with food safety standards (e.g., HACCP, GMP, ISO, etc.).
- Lead vendor selection, negotiation, contract management, and performance evaluation.
- Build and maintain strong supplier relationships, including international sourcing where necessary.
- Monitor market trends, price volatility, and supply risks to maintain procurement agility.
- Collaborate with production, R&D, quality, and supply chain teams to align procurement with operational needs.
- Ensure timely and efficient procurement to avoid stockouts and production delays.
- Optimize inventory levels through planning, forecasting, and JIT strategies.
- Drive procurement digitization, ERP integration, and process improvements.
- Lead, coach, and develop the procurement team to achieve performance targets.
Experience Requirements: Direct Procurement Experience:- Minimum 8–10 years of progressive experience in direct procurement within the food & beverage manufacturing industry.
- Proven track record in sourcing and purchasing raw materials, ingredients, additives, packaging materials (e.g., bottles, cartons, labels, films), and agricultural commodities.
- Strong understanding of food safety regulations, supply chain traceability, and quality standards (e.g., HACCP, GMP, ISO 22000).
- Experience in developing cost-saving initiatives while ensuring continuity of supply and product quality.
- Knowledge of contract farming, supplier audits, and local/international sourcing strategies.
Indirect Procurement Experience:- Solid exposure to indirect procurement including sourcing of MRO (maintenance, repair, and operations) supplies, CAPEX equipment, utilities, logistics services, IT systems, facility services, and professional services.
- Ability to evaluate and negotiate vendor agreements for service providers, ensuring cost-efficiency and SLA compliance.
- Experience in managing procurement for plant expansion, automation, or production line upgrades is a strong advantage.
- Familiar with budgeting, project-based purchasing, and alignment of procurement strategies with long-term operational needs.
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