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The successful candidate will drive cost optimization, supplier performance, operational efficiency, procurement governance, and sustainable procurement practices within a highly matrixed and international environment.\nThe role operates at both strategic and operational levels, partnering closely with regional business leaders, global procurement teams, finance, operations, legal, and functional stakeholders to deliver long-term procurement value and business continuity across APAC.\nThis is a key leadership role requiring strong commercial acumen, stakeholder management capability, supplier negotiation expertise, and experience driving procurement transformation initiatives within complex industrial or engineering environments.\nWhat you will be doing:\nRegional Procurement Leadership\nDefine and execute APAC indirect procurement strategies aligned with global procurement objectives and regional business priorities\nLead and develop a high-performing procurement team responsible for 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procurement platforms\nMonitor procurement spends, savings performance, and budget compliance across APAC\nPromote continuous improvement culture within the procurement function using modern procurement practices and digital solutions\nLeadership & Capability Building\nBuild, mentor, and further develop a high-performing and motivated procurement team\nFoster a collaborative, accountable, and high-performance procurement culture\nCoach stakeholders on procurement best practices, supplier management, and governance standards\nSupport talent development and succession planning within the procurement organization\nPosition requirements:\nDegree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Procurement, Logistics, Engineering, Operations Management, or a related discipline\nMinimum 8 years of professional experience in procurement, strategic sourcing, or category management within industrial, engineering, manufacturing, energy, marine, or multinational environments\nStrong 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