Job Summary

This role is to support IT category strategy sourcing manager on IT activities as per IT DD and China US trade war, there are more activities in IT categories, incl. Second source identification, Second source qualification, RFP to replace, All suppliers to take sign VMI contract, Remove all US suppliers to Move to China and Malaysia; the position is planed based on procurement organization budget.

Job Description

What you will do

• Support global senior category manager to manage the total IT spend ($50-60M) on a global level.
• Liaise with IT vendors and our (IT, HR, Factory) departments for routine and ad-hoc procurement projects to secure the best IT performance throughout the organization.
• Payment term negotiation, contract, and vendor performance management.
• Benchmark and formulate best-fit procurement vehicles to drive cost savings and efficiency improvement.
• Measure the supplier performance and provide them with constructive feedback.
• Sourcing market information, latest trends and benchmarking best practices in procurement area.
• Enforce the procurement policy and ensure all purchases are fully complied with the requirement.

What you will need

• At least 5 years of experience in IT procurement or sourcing.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering, Automation, Computer Science, or a related field; or a professional qualification such as CIPS.
• Related sourcing category experience in MNC, IT area experience is a plus.
• Strong Excel skills, including VLOOKUP and Pivot Tables, for effective reporting and data-driven decision making
• Interest in IT technologies evolution and basic market intelligence.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills in English.
• Proven project management experience with data driven analytical & problem-solving skills.
• Flexible in adapting to changing deadlines, priorities, and requirements.