Procurement Category Manager, Logistics And Professional Services, APAC

Procurement Category Manager, Logistics & Professional Services APAC

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Location: Bangkok (Bangna), Thailand Workplace type: Hybrid Reports to: Sr. Manager, Indirect Category Procurement, APAC Direct reports: None

Make a difference as Procurement Category Manager, Logistics & Professional Services APAC As Procurement Category Manager, you will lead the development and execution of sourcing strategies for Logistics and Professional Services across APAC. You will collaborate with procurement operations, centers of excellence, and regional/global stakeholders to ensure supply continuity, compliance, and value creation. This role will be central in driving supplier management, governance, and innovation while optimizing cost efficiency and mitigating risks.

What you will do:

• Develop and implement regional category strategies for Logistics and Professional Services across APAC, aligned with global frameworks
• Execute strategic sourcing methodologies to optimize total cost of ownership (TCO) and drive value
• Lead supplier selection, negotiations, and contract development in collaboration with stakeholders and Legal
• Manage supplier relationships, conduct performance reviews, and ensure quality, delivery, and compliance standards
• Establish governance frameworks for procurement activities and ensure compliance with corporate policies
• Monitor spend data, supplier performance, and market trends to identify savings, improvements, and risk mitigation opportunities
• Champion innovation and process improvements through e-sourcing tools, analytics, and digital platforms
• Drive stakeholder engagement and support change management initiatives for scalability in a growth environment

What you will bring:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Business, Supply Management, Logistics, or related field
• 7–10 years of procurement experience, with at least 5 years in category management (Logistics and Professional Services)
• Proven experience supporting multiple plants across APAC (Thailand, China, Malaysia, India, Japan, Australia)
• Deep knowledge of APAC supplier markets and local dynamics
• Expertise in strategic sourcing, negotiations, RFP management, contracting, and supplier lifecycle management
• Strong financial acumen including cost modeling and forecasting
• Proficient in procurement platforms (e-RFx, e-auction), spend analytics, Power BI, and Microsoft Excel
• Fluent in English (spoken and written)

Who you are:

• Skilled in managing 3PL suppliers, warehouse integration, and transportation cost optimization
• Strong project management and business process improvement capabilities
• Collaborative and influential with strong stakeholder engagement skills
• Globally minded, adaptable, and able to work across cultures
• Entrepreneurial, decisive, and proactive in driving change and impact

Why Join Ingredion? Discover why Ingredion is the ideal place to advance your procurement career with our exceptional rewards and benefits package designed to help you thrive. Create the future with us and enjoy:

• Total Rewards Package – Competitive salary and performance-based incentives
• Comprehensive Benefits & Wellness Support – Health, savings, and well-being programs
• Career Growth – Exposure to APAC regional category leadership with global advancement opportunities
• Employee Recognition Program – Real-time platform to celebrate contributions
• Employee Referral Program – Earn rewards for helping us hire top talent

Relocation Available: No