Senior Purchasing Manager, SEA – Indirect Procurement

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES 

Full Purchasing Responsibility (Southeast Asia, Beauty Division): 

• Assume end-to-end ownership for all purchasing activities for the Beauty Division across the Southeast Asia region. 

• Develop, implement, and manage sourcing strategies aligned with business needs and Maisons dynamics in SEA. 

• Conduct comprehensive analysis cost-saving opportunities. 

Team Leadership & Development: 

• Directly manage and mentor a Purchasing Manager, providing guidance, performance feedback, and supporting their professional growth. 

• Delegate tasks effectively and ensure the Purchaser's contribution aligns with overall purchasing goals and deadlines. 

Strategic Contribution & Roadmap Development: 

• Actively contribute to the development and execution of the purchasing roadmap ensuring alignment with global and regional objectives. 

• Play a key role in the formulation and implementation of the broader Southeast Asia purchasing strategy. 

Operational Purchasing - TBC Category: 

• Lead the operational procurement of a defined category (TBC) for the Beauty Division in Southeast Asia. 

• Oversee the entire purchasing cycle for that category, from requisition to order placement, delivery. 

• Ensure adherence to budget for all purchases. 

Stakeholder Management: 

• Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with critical internal stakeholders, including Marketing, Sales, Brand Management, Finance, and Supply Chain teams within the Beauty Division and across Southeast Asia. 

• Collaborate effectively to understand requirements, manage expectations, and ensure seamless execution of purchasing initiatives. 

• Act as the primary point of contact for all purchasing-related queries and escalations from internal departments  

Supplier Relationship & Performance Management: 

• Manage a portfolio of suppliers, building strong, collaborative partnerships. 

• Negotiate favorable terms, pricing, contracts, and service level agreements (SLAs) with suppliers. 

• Monitor and evaluate supplier performance regularly, addressing any issues and driving continuous improvement. 

Cost Optimization & Compliance: 

• Drive cost reduction initiatives and identify value-added opportunities without compromising quality or supply reliability. 

• Ensure all purchasing activities comply with company policies, ethical standards, and local regulations across Southeast Asia. 

Reporting & Analysis: 

• Provide regular reports on purchasing performance, financial savings, and market insights to the LVMH Beauty Division Purchasing, CFO and Local Maison GMs