Lead annual strategic sourcing plan, provide directions, drive and oversee the formulation and execution of sourcing strategies for direct and indirect purchase

Ensure the consistent usage of the structured seven-step strategic sourcing methodology and involvement of cross functional teams to ensure achievement of sourcing benefits and opportunities
Define strategic sourcing best practices, provide thought leadership to expand the sourcing benefits and opportunities
Develop annual sourcing plan and identify strategic sourcing waves based on market changes, contract expiration, and duration since last strategic sourcing activity, in alignment with THP business priorities
Oversee and drive collation & analysis of market intelligence data, including full supplier base info & capabilities, using relevant sources (e.g. industry reports, expert interviews, informal network, internal knowledge, etc)
Guide development of spend cube (item, category, supplier, spend, etc.) for respective sourcing categories to understand complete internal usage profile
Drive development of sourcing strategy in conjunction with key stakeholders
Oversee development of RFI and RFP documentation and evaluation criteria
Oversee and provide guidance to the execution of sourcing strategy
Drive development of negotiation strategy with key stakeholders; prepare and participate in negotiations with team members (as applicable)
Work with Analytics team to track and document savings after every sourcing initiative
Communicate progress of sourcing initiatives 
Monitor progress for sourcing exercise through rigorous work plan reviews

Responsible for planning, formulating, guiding, driving and monitoring implementation of category (Business, Logistic, Facility, RE, CE) management strategies 

Establish the Category Management team as the central point of contact and knowledge regarding a particular category Develop, communicate and implement category / supplier standards Develop category management strategies for cost reduction or value enhancement in line with THP’s business objectives Work with Sourcing, Analytics and SRM to track/assess market developments and benchmark suppliers Evaluate supply strategies based on changing market conditions and provide inputs into strategic sourcing activities Develop category strategies in close alignment with stakeholders Define the supplier base and secure capacity, plan implementation (timeline, resources, cost, …) and align stakeholders Ensure execution of and compliance with the agreed category strategies Support sourcing projects related to the assigned categories by giving guidance, providing methodologies and sharing any other relevant expertise Ensure compliance of the category strategies and with Procurement Policy, Guidelines and SOPs as well as legal and regulatory requirements

 Computer skill:     Understanding about ERP as SAP, Oracle and Power BI, MS Excel and MS Office

 Language skill:   Proficiency in English. Third or more language is preferred

 Year of working experience : At least 7 years experience in category management, strategic sourcing, purchasing operation (R2P) in a large company, food and beverage companies preferred

Skills:        Significant project management, communication, negotiation and people management skills

Proven ability in problem-solving, conflict resolution & relationship management

Excellent analytic skills and ability to think strategically about category

Strong category management and general procurement background,

Proven experience in negotiating with suppliers for high value contracts

Strong knowledge on procurement services processes

Effective communication in all forms and at all levels, with ability to adjust style effectively based on situation and type of communication required

Demonstrated ability to work across business units and functions