Senior Procurement Manager, Software

About our Client

Our Client is an MNC and has a market lead position in the Lifestyle Appliances industry, with a multi-million turnover in worldwide markets. The company has a vision to combine innovation, knowledge and products. With increasing demand and new business ventures, they are currently looking for a Senior Procurement Manager in the software category to be an integral part of their business to assist and continue to improve the Value Chain.

Job Description

Your major responsibilities will involve managing your category portfolio mainly in direct or product software procurement projects as well as extensive stakeholder engagement. This is a strategic Procurement position.

Your other responsibilities include:

• Sourcing strategy ownership within the direct or product software category

• Strategic sourcing and negotiation with Vendors and Suppliers

• RFP/RFQ

• Understanding of Open Source Licenses

• Extensive stakeholder engagement

• Client engagement and client facing

The Successful Applicant

You should possess a degree in Electronics, Engineering, Aerospace, Tech or equivalent related studies and you must have a minimum of 5 years of experience in Procurement or Category Management. Experience in Automotive, Aerospace, Defence, FMCG, Consumer Electronics, Tech sectors will be an advantage. You should also be strong with analytics as well as be sensitive to trends. Strong communication and negotiation skills with the ability to work in a fast paced and collaborative environment is essential.

What’s on Offer?

You will be in an organisation that takes pride in their excellent vision for the future. The company has an European culture and takes pride in work-life balance. High performing employees are recognised and rewarded with competitive remuneration packages, personal development awards, annual salary reviews and short-term incentive programme. Some core benefits include health and welfare insurance subsidies.