Procurement Assistant Manager

Procurement Assistant Manager Salary: Competitive and based on experience Location: Bangkok Keywords: collaborative, optimisation, digitalisation, stakeholder engagement, continuous improvement, strategic direction, inclusive leadership, process excellence, supplier relationships, governance

An exceptional career opportunity for an Associate Procurement Manager in Thailand offers full strategic and operational ownership over both direct and indirect categories. This role integrates you into the supply chain leadership team to drive cost optimization, continuous improvement, and digitalization while collaborating across functions like Finance, R&D, and Quality. Ideal for an agile leader who thrives in a collaborative environment, the position empowers you to refine organizational strategy, lead cross-functional initiatives, and mentor local talent.

What you'll do:

• Develop and execute end-to-end procurement strategies for direct (chemicals, packaging, contract manufacturing) and indirect (business services, Capex, logistics) portfoliosใ
• Drive cost-saving initiatives, negotiate competitive contracts, and execute cash extension strategies to improve overall working capital.
• Advance process excellence by implementing automation and digital solutions to enhance efficiency, compliance, and operational transparency.
• Partner closely with Supply Chain, R&D, Quality, Finance, and Commercial teams to align sourcing goals with broader business strategies.
• Cultivate robust supplier relationships, mitigate supply chain risks proactively, and ensure continuity across critical operations.
• Coach and mentor direct and dotted-line reports to foster a high-performance culture grounded in continuous improvement and inclusive leadership.
• Challenge legacy practices with innovative sourcing methodologies while enforcing strict adherence to ethical standards and company codes of conduct.

What you bring:

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, Business, Engineering, or a related field (Master’s degree or chemical industry experience preferred).
• Minimum 6 years in procurement, including at least 2 years of direct people management experience.
• Strong capacity to uncover cost optimization opportunities and resolve complex supply chain challenges without sacrificing quality or compliance.
• Fluent command of spoken and written English to effectively engage local and regional stakeholders.
• Proven interpersonal skills to partner seamlessly across Supply Chain, R&D, Quality, Finance, and Commercial departments.
• Demonstrated ability to mentor team members, drive talent development, and cultivate a high-performance work culture.
• Familiarity with modern digital tools and automated technologies to improve operational efficiency.
• Strong commitment to ethical standards and compliance, with the ability to work dependably both independently and collaboratively.

What's next:

If you are ready to take on a rewarding challenge where your expertise can make a real difference—apply now!

Due to the high volume of applications, our team will only be in touch if your application is shortlisted.

Robert Walters Recruitment (Thailand) Limited
Recruitment License No.: น. 1188 / 2551