Tuesday: Commodity manager

Singapore - The successful candidate will be responsible for managing the procurement and supply chain for particular commodity groups, leading supplier management efforts and developing supply sourcing strategies to reduce costs.

Role description:

Client is a pioneering pharmaceutical company, renowned for their innovative approach to developing new products.

Reporting to the global director, you will be responsible for:

• managing the procurement & supply chain for particular commodity groups, supporting operational requirements and identifying suppliers of materials across the network
• leading supplier management efforts and developing supply sourcing strategies to reduce costs whilst ensuring continuity of supply and maintaining quality levels.  

Company description:

Michael Page is one of the world's leading professional recruitment consultancies, specializing in the placement of candidates in permanent, contract, temporary and interim positions with clients around the world. The Group has operations in the UK, Continental Europe, Asia-Pacific and the Americas. The Group operates through 149 offices in 25 countries and employs over 5,000 employees worldwide.

Requirements:

The ideal candidate should have a business, supply chain or engineering related degree with at least 10 years' relevant work experience and a strong background in category/commodity management. He/She must enjoy working in an innovative environment, show strong initiative and have solid business acumen. Excellent influencing, communication and interpersonal skills are essential.

Salary Range: Not stated

Country: Singapore

Date Posted: Monday, 15 September, 2008

Closing Date: Thursday, 30 October, 2008

To Apply:

Attention to: Simon Gregory

Phone No.: 6533 2777

Email: http://www.michaelpage.com.sg/apply quote reference: H263980

Website: http://www.michaelpage.com.sg/