Procurement manager

Posted 6 Days Ago
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Beijing, CHN
In-Office
Expert/Leader
Robotics • Analytics • Energy
The Role
Leads sourcing and supply strategy across direct and indirect procurement categories. Manages supplier performance, cost optimization, KPI reporting, procurement processes, contracts, compliance, risk, and sustainability initiatives. Develops digital and process infrastructure, owns the procure-to-pay process, coordinates supplier assessments, and mentors the supply chain team. The role requires strategic thinking, manufacturing knowledge, analytical skills, leadership, fluent English, and 8–10 years of supply chain experience.
Summary Generated by Built In

At ABB, we help industries run leaner and cleaner—and every person here makes that happen. You’ll be empowered to lead, supported to grow, and proud of the impact we create together. Join us and help run what runs the world.

This position reports to:

Operations Manager

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General Responsibilities:

  • Set up Sourcing and supply Strategy
  • Organize Direct and Indirect division Sourcing
  • Manage cost optimization
  • Manage supplier performance and support operations request
  • SCM Tools and Processes Development
  • Compliance, contract management, and risk management
  • SCM Sustainability

Main Accountabilities :

  • Define and implement a comprehensive sourcing and supply strategy aligned with business objectives and market dynamics.
  • Lead and coordinate sourcing activities for both direct and indirect division categories. Build and maintain a diversified, resilient supplier base
  • Drive continuous cost reduction and value creation across the supply chain.Define annual cost savings targets and track progress against KPIs. Implement initiatives: negotiation, innovation, specification optimization, and demand management etc.
  • Periodically reporting and summarize KPI and visualize performance
  • Ensure supplier performance meets quality, delivery, and service requirements to support uninterrupted operations.Define and track Supplier KPIs
  • Build and continuously improve actions, set up digital and process infrastructure supporting procurement and logistics.
  • Ensure all procurement activities adhere to legal, regulatory, and internal governance standards while proactively managing supply chain risks. Process owner of P2P process.
  • Embed ESG principles throughout the supply chain. Define and implement sustainable procurement aligned with ABB's ESG and carbon neutrality goals. Coordinate EPD. Conduct supplier sustainability assessments and audits.
  • Team Leadership: Mentor and develop an agile and professional supply chain team
Requirements:
  • University or aboveMinimum 8–10 years, perfer in Supply Chain Management, within a manufacturing environment
  • Strategic thinking, Analytical Mindset, Risk Awareness, Familiar with manufacturing and operation process, Leadership
  • Fluent English
  • Resilient, patient, result oriented, strong communicator

Building a cleaner, smarter future takes all kinds of minds: the curious, the courageous, and the creative. That's why we welcome people from all backgrounds and experiences.

Ready to make an impact?

Apply today or visit https://www.abb.com to learn more about the impact of our solutions across the globe.

Skills Required

  • University degree or higher
  • 8–10 years of experience, preferably in Supply Chain Management within a manufacturing environment
  • Strategic thinking
  • Analytical mindset
  • Risk awareness
  • Familiarity with manufacturing and operations processes
  • Leadership skills
  • Fluent English
  • Resilient, patient, and results-oriented
  • Strong communication skills

ABB Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about ABB and has not been reviewed or approved by ABB.

  • Healthcare Strength Healthcare coverage is described as comprehensive, with medical, dental, vision, mental health support, and disability and life insurance included. Immediate eligibility in some roles reinforces the sense of dependable core coverage.
  • Leave & Time Off Breadth Time-off offerings are described as broad, including paid holidays, sick days, volunteer time, sabbaticals, and, in some cases, 25 days of PTO. Flexible scheduling and remote-work options add to perceived time-off and flexibility value.
  • Retirement Support Retirement benefits are positioned as robust, including a 401(k) with company contributions or matching and, in some cases, profit sharing or pension savings. Stock purchase/share acquisition programs complement longer-term savings options.

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The Company
HQ: Zürich
104,000 Employees
Year Founded: 1988

What We Do

ABB is a leading global technology company that energizes the transformation of society and industry to achieve a more productive, sustainable future. By connecting software to its electrification, robotics, automation and motion portfolio, ABB pushes the boundaries of technology to drive performance to new levels. With a history of excellence stretching back more than 130 years, ABB’s success is driven by about 110,000 talented employees in over 100 countries. www.abb.com

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