Senior Purchasing Manager, Finance Office at Hong Kong Baptist University

Hong Kong, Hong Kong Island, Hong Kong S.A.R. -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

07 May, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

06 Feb, 26

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Finance, Engineering, Purchasing, Procurement, Digital Transformation, Data Analytics, Excel, Power BI, Power Query, Power Automate, Tableau, Stakeholder Management, Communication, Process Improvement

Industry

Higher Education

Description

FINANCE OFFICE Senior Purchasing Manager (25260502) Report to the Assistant Director of Finance (Purchasing and Support Services Section), the idea candidate will play a key leadership role in driving procurement excellence, governance and digital transformation. Responsibilities: Support the Assistant Director of Finance in the overall management and continuous development of the procurement function; Act as a trusted business partner to internal stakeholders by providing strategic advice, early engagement, and value‑adding procurement solutions while upholding strong governance and compliance standards; Review, enhance, and implement procurement policies and procedures to ensure transparency, accountability, and best value for money; Lead and support digital transformation initiatives for the procurement function, including workflow automation, data analytics, and system enhancement; Liaise with internal departments and external suppliers to implement cost‑effective sourcing strategies, purchasing initiatives, and special projects; Prepare tender reports and vet tender, contract, and related procurement documentations; Conduct regular procurement, spend, and supplier analyses, and compile insightful management reports; Maintain, enhance, and govern the supplier database, including supplier performance and risk management; Promote best practices in procurement and continuous process improvement. Requirements: A bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Finance, Engineering, or related disciplines; At least 12 years of experience in purchasing or procurement, with 5 years or above in a managerial role; Proven experience in a sizeable and complex procurement organisation is essential; prior experience in public organisations is preferred; Hands‑on experience with digital and automation tools, including RPA, Data Analytics, advanced Excel, Power BI, Power Query, Power Automate and Tableau; High integrity, a proactive and can‑do attitude, and excellent communication, stakeholder‑management, and influencing skills; Be well-organised, proactive and service-oriented; and Experience in procuring or managing insurance and support services (such as carpooling and mailroom services) is an advantage. Shortlisted candidates will be invited to attend a written test and an interview. The initial appointment will be offered on a fixed-term contract for three years. Re-appointment thereafter will be subject to mutual agreement and availability of funding. Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. Application Procedure: Applicants are invited to submit their applications at the HKBU e-Recruitment System. Those who are not invited for interview 8 weeks after the submission of applications may consider their applications unsuccessful. Details of the University’s Personal Information Collection Statement can be found at https://hro.hkbu.edu.hk/en/worklife-at-hkbu/employee-favourable-environment.html#privacy-policy. The University reserves the right not to make an appointment for the post advertised, and the appointment will be made according to the terms and conditions applicable at the time of offer. Review of applications is ongoing until the position is filled.

Responsibilities

The Senior Purchasing Manager will support the Assistant Director of Finance in managing and developing the procurement function while providing strategic advice to internal stakeholders. They will also lead digital transformation initiatives and ensure compliance with procurement policies.