Purchasing Manager - Global Industrial Company

Nanjing Permanent RMB450,000 - RMB600,000 per year View Job Description
A Global multinational manufacturing company is seeking an experienced Purchasing Manager to lead the sourcing and procurement function for its production site in China.
  • Join a global multinational organization with a strong market reputation
  • Significant exposure to strategic procurement and international stakeholders

About Our Client

Our client is a globally recognized industrial technology player serving the energy, infrastructure, and advanced manufacturing sectors. With a century-long history, the company operates worldwide and is known for its high-performance engineered products, strong innovation capabilities, and commitment to operational excellence

Job Description

Lead all purchasing activities for the plant, covering direct and indirect spend categories.

Develop and execute sourcing strategies that support business objectives, cost competitiveness, and supply continuity.

Drive supplier development, performance management, and strategic sourcing initiatives.

Manage supplier negotiations, contracts, and commercial agreements.

Identify and deliver cost reduction opportunities while maintaining quality, service, and compliance standards.

Support CAPEX projects through sourcing, bidding, and supplier selection processes.

Collaborate closely with Operations, Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, and Finance teams.

Lead and develop the local purchasing team while promoting procurement practices.

The Successful Applicant

Bachelor's degree or above.

Minimum 8 years of procurement experience in a multinational manufacturing environment, including leadership responsibilities.

Strong experience in strategic sourcing, supplier management, and contract negotiation.

Exposure to industrial manufacturing, metals, machinery, energy, automotive, or related sectors is preferred.

Experience with ERP systems (SAP preferred).

Strong analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills.

Fluent English and Mandarin Chinese.

Ability to work effectively in a matrix organization and international environment

What's on Offer

Play a key role in driving procurement excellence and business transformation.

Attractive career development opportunities within an international organization

Contact
Sheva Fang
Quote job ref
JN-102026-7127288
Phone number
+86 21 6026 8105

Job summary

Function
Procurement & Supply Chain
Specialisation
Procurement Management
What is your area of specialisation?
Industrial / Manufacturing
Location
Nanjing
Contract type
Permanent
Consultant name
Sheva Fang
Consultant phone
+86 21 6026 8105
Job Reference
JN-102026-7127288

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