Commodity Manager

Commodity Manager – Plant OPS, PE, CMES & Energy

📍Location: Bangna, Bangkok

About the Role

We are looking for an experienced Commodity Manager to lead procurement activities for Plant Operations, Production Engineering (PE), CMES, and Energy categories in Thailand. This role is responsible for driving strategic sourcing initiatives, supplier performance, cost optimization, and value creation while ensuring alignment with local, regional, and global procurement strategies.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute category and sourcing strategies
• Lead supplier management, contract negotiations, and procurement initiatives
• Deliver cost savings, value creation, and procurement performance targets
• Partner with stakeholders across Operations, Engineering, and Business functions
• Lead and develop the procurement team
• Ensure compliance, risk management, and ethical sourcing practices

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Engineering, Supply Chain, Procurement, Business, or related fields
• Minimum 10 years of experience in Procurement, Supply Chain, Engineering, or related functions
• Strong experience in strategic sourcing, supplier management, and contract negotiation
• Experience in manufacturing, industrial gases, engineering, maintenance, energy, or EPC environments is preferred
• Proven leadership and stakeholder management skills
• SAP or ERP knowledge is an advantage
• Strong communication skills in Thai and English

Key Competencies

✅ Strategic Sourcing & Category Management

✅ Supplier & Stakeholder Management

✅ Commercial Negotiation

✅ Leadership & Team Development