Senior Manager, Indirect Procurement APAC
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What you'll do
- Lead indirect procurement strategy across APAC.
- Drive value creation, standardization, supplier consolidation, and procurement governance.
- Partner with Operations, Engineering, Supply Chain, Manufacturing, and Finance leaders across the region.
- Lead and develop a team of 5+ procurement professionals.
- Drive adoption of regional strategies and ensure execution across sites and countries.
- Ownership of business outcomes, not just sourcing activities.
What they're looking for
- Have led large regional procurement portfolios across multiple countries.
- Can influence senior stakeholders without relying on authority.
- Are comfortable challenging the status quo and driving change.
- Have experience in manufacturing, industrial, or similarly complex environments.
- Think like a business leader, not only a procurement expert.
- Can build accountability, collaboration, and capability across teams.
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Full description from employer
About Ingredion:
Join Ingredion, where innovation impacts lives worldwide! Without even realizing it, you’ve experienced our work in your favorite chocolate, your pet’s food, the paper you write on, and your everyday snacks. As a global powerhouse across more than 60 industries, we harness the potential of natural ingredients to transform lives. Whether you’re just starting your career or bringing years of experience, there's a place for you here to make a real difference. Be part of our team that values a wide range of perspectives and is committed to shaping a better world with every product we create.
Work Location : Flexible based on candidate's location - KL Eco City/ Bandar Enstek/ Bangkok Bangna/ Songjiang Province, Shanghai
Reports to : Senior Director, Procurement, APAC
Direct reports : 4
Workplace type : On-site / Hybrid
We're looking for a procurement leader to transform a US$250M+ indirect spend portfolio across 13 countries and 11 manufacturing sites in APAC.
What you will do:
Lead indirect procurement strategy across APAC.
Drive value creation, standardization, supplier consolidation, and procurement governance.
Partner with Operations, Engineering, Supply Chain, Manufacturing, and Finance leaders across the region.
Lead and develop a team of 5+ procurement professionals.
Drive adoption of regional strategies and ensure execution across sites and countries.
Ownership of business outcomes, not just sourcing activities.
You are well suited for the role if you:
Have led large regional procurement portfolios across multiple countries.
Can influence senior stakeholders without relying on authority.
Are comfortable challenging the status quo and driving change.
Have experience in manufacturing, industrial, or similarly complex environments.
Think like a business leader, not only a procurement expert.
Can build accountability, collaboration, and capability across teams.
Why Join Ingredion?
If you're looking for a role where you can influence decisions, lead meaningful change, and see the direct impact of your work, this is it.
Work alongside senior leaders across APAC and around the world.
Shape procurement strategy and help define what's next for the function.
Deliver real business value beyond cost savings.
Lead transformation initiatives that drive lasting results.
Enjoy the freedom to challenge, innovate, and make your mark.
Ingredion uses AI-enabled tools to support parts of the recruitment process, including resume screening and interview scheduling. These tools help match candidate skills to job requirements and streamline communication. All AI-assisted decisions are reviewed by our Talent Acquisition team to ensure fairness and compliance with applicable laws. By applying, you acknowledge that AI may be used to support your application journey.
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