Management (Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)
Full time
No Relocation Assistance Offered#159751 - Selangor, Selangor, Malaysia
Who We Are
Colgate-Palmolive Company is a caring, innovative growth company that is reimagining a healthier future for all people, their pets and our planet. Focused on Oral Care, Personal Care, Home Care and Pet Nutrition, we sell our products in more than 200 countries and territories under brands such as Colgate, Palmolive, elmex, hello, meridol, Sorriso, Tom's of Maine, EltaMD, Filorga, Irish Spring, PCA SKIN, Protex, Sanex, Softsoap, Speed Stick, Ajax, Axion, Fabuloso, Soupline and Suavitel, as well as Hill's Pet Nutrition.
We are recognized for our leadership and innovation in promoting sustainability and community wellbeing, including our achievements in decreasing plastic waste and promoting recyclability, saving water, conserving natural resources and improving children's oral health.
If you want to work for a company that lives by their values, then give your career a reason to smile and join our global team!
As the Lead Manager - Indirect Procurement, you are responsible for leading the South ASEAN Hub Indirect Procurement Team and strategically engage with all local stakeholders including the leadership team. You will drive seamless implementation of global procurement policies for all Indirect Services and Materials and to adapt Global/Regional strategy to the hub by connecting with both Division & Global IP Teams.
What you will do:
Develop business centric procurement strategies across Commercial, Supply, Demand, Logistics and Professional Services in line with Indirect Procurement key objectives in Growth, Financials, and Resilience, include ensuring centrally led sourcing projects meet local business requirements.Lead strategic supplier management strategy by being the primary contact for the negotiations of contract agreements in partnership with the Legal Department.Team development including hiring, coaching, training and creating a succession plan.Comply with all Indirect Procurement mandates (Indirect Procurement involvement with all spends, supplier creation, PO compliance, etc.).Implement metrics, tools, and new processes to optimize sourcing, supplier innovation and business simplification (ie. Relationship Management Programs, KPI's, redesign processes for simplification, etc.).Implement comprehensive organizational plans to improve organizational readiness for efficient sourcing processes and strategies.Provide regular updates to the Management Team on status vs. annual objectives, major projects, key issues, industry best practices, processes, and technology trends.Minimum Requirements:
Bachelor's degree or equivalent in any relevant field from a reputable university.Minimum 12 years' experience in Indirect Procurement in an FMCG industry or fast moving environment.Experienced in vendor evaluations, complex project management and strategic action planning.Self-starter, team player and able to work in a cross-cultural working environment.Strong interpersonal skills, both written and verbal.Equal Opportunity Employer
Colgate is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, marital status, veteran status (United States positions), or any other characteristic protected by law.
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