POSITION: CATEGORY PROCUREMENT MANAGER - MANAGE TEAM CONSTRUCTION, RENOVATION, CAPEX, OPEX, MRO FOR STORES, PLANT AND LOGISTICS

• Report to: Head of Procurement
• Work location: Binh Thanh Dist - HCMC
• Working hours: Monday to Friday
• Category handle: Construction, Renovation, CAPEX, OPEX, MRO for Stores, Plant and Logistics

MAIN DUTIES:

1. Strategic Category Management

• Leads the creation of strategies for local categories and implementation of business-wide category strategies

• Conduct thorough market analysis and proactive risk assessments.

• Align procurement strategies and execution plans with business objectives.

• Provide strategic inputs to improve the overall category management framework and approaches.

• Develop and project-manage the execution of category sourcing strategies.

• Manage Year-on-Year (YoY) inflation and build robust mitigation plans.

2. Cost Management

• Driving cost effectiveness through appropriate and excellent negotiation.

• Develop competitive bidding processes and Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) analysis

• Identify, track, and deliver sustainable cost-saving and cost-avoidance opportunities.

• Conduct regular spend analytics to uncover new cost-optimization opportunities.

• Monitor and report on category spend performance against budget.

3. Supplier Management

• Lead, build and maintain strategic supplier relationships

• Lead structured supplier performance reviews and collaborative development plans.

• Conduct monthly and quarterly Business Reviews with key strategic suppliers.

• Enforce strict contract management, governance, and policy compliance.

4. Stakeholder Satisfaction

• Build and maintain the cross-functional collaboration: Global Procurement, SC, R&D, MKT, Finance, Operation, Business Network, HR, IT, RSQM.

• Serve as a trusted advisor for stakeholders on market insights and supplier innovations.

• Establish governance forums for transparency on procurement performance.

5. Process Excellence

• Leads the compliance on Procurement Policy and Process.

• Standardize sourcing methodologies and contract governance across categories.

• Deploy advanced digital tools (spend analytics, supplier portals…).

• Lead continuous improvement programs within the procurement and in the interaction with other functions

6. People Development

• Guide, coach, and mentor team members to build capability.

• Strengthen team capabilities by creating targeted professional development opportunities.

• Build and implement a robust succession plan for critical roles within the team.

REQUIREMENTS:

1. Education

• Bachelor‘s and/or Master‘s degree in a relevant field.

2. Experience

• At least 12 years of professional experience and demonstrated knowledge of the food value chain.
• Strong experience in category management, strategic sourcing, and procurement.
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams within project-driven environments.
• Skilled in building long-term partnerships, driving change, and providing strategic direction both internally and externally.

3. Training/License/Certification

• Professional Procurement and/or Supply Chain certifications (e.g., CIPS, CSCP, CPSM) will be an advantage.

4. Essential Traits

Technical Competencies

• Category Management.
• Supplier Relationship Management (SRM).
• Cost Optimization & Value Engineering.
• Commercial Negotiation.
• Risk Assessment & Mitigation Planning.
• Project Management & Execution.
• Customer/Stakeholder Relationship Management.

Essential Traits and Skills

• Strong communication skills (internal, external with peers and suppliers).
• Strong English proficiency (Written & Oral).
• Strong People Management Skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and possess the desire and curiosity to understand emerging trends.
• Partnership orientation (ability to work in a team environment and achieve results through collaboration and influence).
• Strong Project Management Skills.
• Robust analytical skills.
• Strong presentation skills.
• Proven ability to maintain strict confidentiality.
• Ability to craft long-term internal and external business relationships, manage change, and provide strategic leadership.
• Planning.
• Problem Solving.
• Good research skills.
• Innovative.