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Procurement Lead (Chemicals)

Singapore Permanent SG$9,000 - SG$12,000 per month (SG$108,000 - SG$144,000 per year) View Job Description
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced procurement professional to lead regional sourcing and category management activities across Asia for a global chemical manufacturing and specialty materials industry.This role combines strategic leadership with hands-on execution, overseeing both direct and indirect procurement spend while driving procurement excellence.
  • Join a global industry leader
  • Partner directly with senior regional leadership

About Our Client

Our client is a leading multinational organisation within the chemical manufacturing and specialty materials sector, with a strong global presence and a reputation for innovation, technical excellence, and sustainable growth.

Job Description

  • Develop and execute procurement strategies for direct and indirect spend categories across Asia.
  • Lead strategic sourcing initiatives, supplier negotiations, and contract management for key spend areas.
  • Establish strong supplier partnerships while driving commercial improvements and performance standards.
  • Deliver measurable savings through category management, cost optimisation, demand management, and working capital initiatives.
  • Ensure supply continuity through proactive risk management, supplier diversification, and contingency planning.
  • Partner with operations, engineering, quality, finance, and senior business leaders on procurement-related initiatives.
  • Strengthen procurement governance, digitalisation, ESG compliance, and capability development across country teams.

The Successful Applicant

  • Bachelor's Degree in Business, Engineering, Supply Chain, Economics, or related discipline.
  • Minimally 10 years of procurement experience within an international industrial or manufacturing environment.
  • Proven success managing both direct and indirect procurement categories.
  • Strong track record delivering cost savings through strategic sourcing and complex contract negotiations.
  • Experience working across multiple Asian markets and managing regional supplier networks.
  • Strong commercial, financial, and supplier risk management capabilities.
  • Experience operating within matrix organisations and influencing senior stakeholders across functions.
  • Familiarity with ERP systems, procurement platforms, spend analysis tools, and procurement governance processes.
  • Demonstrated ability to drive change, build processes, and establish procurement best practices.

What's on Offer

  • Opportunity to build and shape a regional procurement function with significant autonomy.
  • Exposure to senior leadership and strategic decision-making across Asia.
  • Ownership of a sizeable procurement portfolio with direct impact on business performance.
  • Regional role covering multiple countries and diverse supplier markets.
  • Career progression opportunities within a globally recognised multinational organisation.
  • Collaborative and inclusive working environment focused on innovation and continuous improvement.
Contact
Kimberly Choo (Lic No.: R22109855 / EA No.: 18S9099)
Quote job ref
JN-082026-7091530
Phone number
+65 6533 2777

Job summary

Function
Procurement & Supply Chain
Specialisation
Procurement Management
What is your area of specialisation?
Industrial / Manufacturing
Location
Singapore
Contract Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Kimberly Choo (Lic No.: R22109855 / EA No.: 18S9099)
Consultant contact
+65 6533 2777
Job Reference
JN-082026-7091530

Diversity & Inclusion at Michael Page

We don't just accept difference - we celebrate it. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply for this role and are committed to building inclusive, diverse workplaces where everyone can thrive. If you require any support or reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know.