1. Scope of Work

Responsible for 100% Direct Procurement activities covering raw materials, packaging, and tolling for the DECO business unit.

Key Responsibilities

Project Management (40%)

·         Lead and coordinate cross-functional projects related to:

o    New product introduction (NPI)

o    New raw material and packaging initiatives

o    Product and quality improvement programs

·         Act as the central point to align stakeholders (R&D, Planning, QA, Production, etc.) to ensure timely project execution

Supply Security (30%)

·         Collaborate closely with Planning teams and suppliers to:

o    Mitigate raw material and packaging shortages

o    Ensure continuity of supply and minimize production disruptions

·         Proactively manage risks related to supplier capacity, logistics, and external factors

Master Data & Price Maintenance (10%)

·         Coordinate with Regional Sourcing and P2P teams to:

o    Maintain accurate pricing in systems

o    Ensure master data integrity (material/vendor information)

Stakeholder & Supplier Interface (10%)

·         Act as the key interface between internal stakeholders and suppliers for:

o    Supply chain issues (delivery, shortages, delays)

o    Quality-related concerns and escalation handling

·         Drive issue resolution and ensure alignment across parties

Other Responsibilities (10%)

·         Support procurement-related activities including:

o    Contract management

o    Supplier audits and performance tracking (e.g., OTIF)

o    Sustainability initiatives and compliance

·         Perform additional tasks as assigned by the line manager

2. Stakeholder Management

·         Daily interaction with Regional Sourcing teams

·         Close collaboration with internal stakeholders across Supply Chain, R&D, and Operations

3. Organizational Structure

·         Individual contributor role (no direct reports)

·         Reports directly to Head of Procurement

4. Candidate Profile

Experience

·         Background in manufacturing environment is highly preferred

·         Open to both junior and senior candidates (6-month contract role)

Skills & Competencies

·         Experience with SAP and/or Coupa is a strong advantage

·         Strong English communication skills (written and verbal)

·         Advanced Excel skills

·         Demonstrates learning agility, ownership, and strong common sense

·         Able to work independently in a dynamic, fast-paced environment

5. Working Arrangement

·         Working days: Monday to Friday

·         Hybrid model: Work From Home on Monday & Friday (2 days/week)