China Procurement Head - International School

Shanghai Permanent View Job Description
An exciting leadership opportunity to shape procurement strategy and oversee a substantial spend portfolio within an international organization. This role offers significant exposure to senior leadership, cross-functional collaboration, and the chance to drive meaningful business impact.
  • Strategic leadership role with significant impact on business operations.
  • Opportunity to work closely with senior leadership and global stakeholders.

About Our Client

Our client is a well-established international organization with a strong presence in China, known for its high standards of operational excellence, governance, and stakeholder collaboration. They are currently seeking an experienced Procurement Head to drive strategic sourcing, procurement operations, and contract management across a diverse range of spend categories.

Job Description

  • Develop and execute procurement strategies to optimize cost, service quality, and supplier performance.
  • Drive sourcing activities across indirect categories including contract services, facilities management, and IT.
  • Establish and monitor procurement KPIs, ensuring transparency and continuous improvement.
  • Oversee vendor selection, evaluation, and contract renewal processes.
  • Negotiate commercial agreements and secure favorable contractual terms.
  • Partner with senior stakeholders to support operational and project requirements.
  • Ensure procurement activities comply with internal policies and regulatory requirements.
  • Coach and develop a high-performing procurement team.

The Successful Applicant

A successful 'Procurement Director' should have:

  • Bachelor's degree or above in Business, Finance, Supply Chain, or related disciplines.
  • 8+ years of procurement, sourcing, contract management, or operational leadership experience.
  • Strong background in indirect procurement and supplier management.
  • Proven contract negotiation and stakeholder management skills.
  • Excellent analytical, commercial, and problem-solving capabilities.
  • Strong leadership presence with the ability to influence cross-functional and multinational stakeholders.
  • Fluent English and Mandarin communication skills.
  • Experience in facilities management, construction projects, or complex service procurement is highly preferred.

What's on Offer

  • Permanent contract.
  • Collaborative, diverse, and international working environment.



Please apply to discuss the Procurement Director role in Shanghai.

Contact
Sophia Shao
Quote job ref
JN-112026-7138494
Phone number
+86 2160268008

Job summary

Function
Procurement & Supply Chain
Specialisation
Procurement Management
What is your area of specialisation?
FMCG (Fast Moving Consumer Goods)
Location
Shanghai
Contract type
Permanent
Consultant name
Sophia Shao
Consultant phone
+86 2160268008
Job Reference
JN-112026-7138494

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