Global Sourcing Manager, Indirect Spend at Hempel A/S

Kluang, Johor, Malaysia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

02 Apr, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

02 Jan, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Global Sourcing, Indirect Spend, Category Management, Negotiation, Supplier Relationships, Logistics, MRO, CAPEX, Communication, Collaboration, Problem Solving, Presentation Skills, Cost Reporting, Strategic Sourcing, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Customer Focused

Industry

Chemical Manufacturing

Description

Hempel has an ambitious goal of shaping a brighter future with sustainable coating solutions. Join us and support our Double Impact strategy by optimising our Indirect Spend in South & East Asia. In Hempel, we offer a variety of global career possibilities and many cross-functional and cross-cultural working relationships. We strive to create the right conditions for personal and professional development. Make an impact and drive improvements in the region In this position, you will support developing and execute the strategy for your specific category/ries. You will report to the Regional Procurement Manager, APAC and work closely with Global Category Managers and all parts of the business. You will play a crucial role in fostering strong supplier relationships and developing innovative, value-added solutions. You will be responsible for work associated with obtaining goods and services for all types of business processes applicable to the organization, including: Logistics, Maintenance, Repair & Operations (MRO), Construction (CAPEX), Real Estate, Facility, Utilities, Professional services, , Marketing, Fleet, Travel & Events. Activities include product/service sourcing, supplier selection, pricing/terms negotiation, order processing, contract management, identifying and implementing savings, and optimizing overall service quality. Here are some of the other things you can look forward to working on. Strategic sourcing (pipeline planning, RFQ, contract negotiations, etc.) Individual responsibility for selected indirect spend categories (Logistics, MRO, Construction primarily) Continuously implement global and optimize regional indirect spend categories Working capital improvements CSR improvements Implement Long-term strategy category strategies Cost reporting and documentation Cross stakeholder collaboration with mutual support of Indirect Spend activities A skilled negotiator with global Indirect Spend experience We are looking for someone with global experience within Indirect Spend category management with in-depth category knowledge, preferably within Logistics (transportation, Warehousing), Factory & R&D procurement (MRO and CAPEX). You have a global mindset and are comfortable working with many different cultures. Personal values and behaviours are very important to us, and we are looking for someone who is customer-focused, instils trust, collaborates, and drives results. Job Location: You will work from either of the following Hempel Office/Plant Locations (subject to valid working rights in the given location): Kluang, Johor, Malaysia OR Puchong, Malaysia Mumbai, India OR Pune India We expect you to: Have a Bachelor’s degree or proven equivalent experience related to Indirect Category Management/Procurement Min 6 - 8 years’ of relevant / role specific experience in an international company (Chemical industry experience) Collaborative and relationship builder with strong presentation and communication skills (also in writing e.g. PowerPoint) Great English skills Bonus if coating industry knowledge / experience Bonus if consultancy background Be a skilled negotiator with deep knowledge about indirect spend Ability to work and manage external vendors to deliver results within designated timelines A people-oriented person who is always looking for solutions and bringing quality improvements. . Application due 2026-02-28 Seniority Level Mid-Senior level Job Functions Purchasing Industry Chemicals At Hempel, you’re welcomed to a global community of +7000 colleagues around the world. A workplace built on shared trust, mutual respect and support for each other. We’re on a mission to double our impact. To succeed, we need bright minds and team players. Which is why, from day one, your input, ideas and initiative are not only welcomed, but expected. In return, you will enjoy great opportunities for development in a growing global company – and be part of the solution by contributing to our global impact. At Hempel, we are committed to everyone feeling safe, valued and treated equally, in an environment where each employee can bring their authentic selves to work. We believe that inclusion is key to innovation and by bringing together the most diverse perspectives and talents, we can achieve great things, together. Hempel is a world-leading supplier of trusted coating solutions working with customers within the decorative, marine, infrastructure and energy industries. Our purpose is to shape a brighter future with sustainable coating solutions, and being owned by the Hempel Foundation gives us the stability, means and purpose to deliver lasting, positive change in the world. The Hempel Group is the owner and parent company of Crown Paints, Wattyl and the Neogard brand.

Responsibilities

The Global Sourcing Manager will develop and execute strategies for indirect spend categories, focusing on logistics, MRO, and construction. This role involves fostering supplier relationships and implementing cost-saving measures.