Purchasing Manager
About the Role
Our client, an established global manufacturing leader specialising in high-performance protective products, is seeking an experienced Purchasing Manager based in Rayong, Thailand.
In this key leadership role, you will lead end-to-end direct procurement, oversee international strategic sourcing, and drive digital process transformation ahead of a major ERP rollout. If you excel in technical, quality-focused manufacturing environments and deliver both commercial value and operational excellence, this is an excellent opportunity to make a lasting impact.
Key Responsibilities
- Strategic Sourcing: Lead domestic and international procurement strategies for specialised direct raw materials (including composites, polymers, technical textiles, and chemicals) across Asia and Europe.
- Cost Optimisation: Develop and execute annual cost-reduction programs, localization strategies, and logistics efficiencies without compromising safety or quality standards.
- Trade & Regulatory Compliance: Oversee customs clearance, freight forwarding, and international trade operations while ensuring full compliance with Thailand Board of Investment (BOI) privileges.
- Systems & Governance: Champion procurement improvements and master data governance (lead times, MOQs, safety stock) in preparation for an ERP implementation.
- NPI & Cross-Functional Partnership: Collaborate with R&D, Quality, and Engineering teams to support New Product Introduction (NPI) sourcing, CAPEX procurement, and adherence to international safety standards.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Industrial Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field.
- 8+ years of direct procurement experience within a manufacturing environment, including 3+ years in a leadership or managerial capacity.
- Hands-on sourcing experience with technical commodities (e.g., polymers, technical textiles, composites, resins, or specialised chemicals).
- Strong working knowledge of Thailand BOI regulations, import/export customs clearance, and Incoterms.
- Experience with procurement workflow improvements, master data management, or ERP system implementations.
- Native-level fluency in Thai and professional business proficiency in English for international vendor management and executive reporting.
What We Offer
- Competitive monthly salary (80,000 – 120,000+ THB, commensurate with experience).
- Performance-based annual bonus.