Specialist, Procurement (TH)

Company Description

“To be the most loved everyday food and groceries destination!” - that’s our mission at foodpanda (small ‘f’).
foodpanda is the largest food and grocery delivery platform in Asia, outside of China. Operating in more than 400 cities across 11 markets, we continue to expand and grow in our core food delivery business, as well as in new verticals like grocery deliveries, with a strong tech infrastructure at our core. From our restaurants-partners, cloud kitchens and cloud grocery stores — foodpanda is just one tap away, getting everything you need into your hands quickly and conveniently!
If you love working with technology to create solutions and are not afraid to roll up your sleeves to get things done, you will find your tribe here at foodpanda. foodpanda comprises of people from more than 60 nationalities, and we believe in winning through diversity.
foodpanda is part of the Delivery Hero Group, the world’s leading local delivery platform operating in 70+ countries worldwide

Job Description

We’re looking for a highly motivated Procurement Specialist. The ideal candidate will manage the procurement process, ensuring the timely acquisition of goods and services that align with organizational needs while maintaining quality and cost-effectiveness. The role is based in Thailand and reports to the Head of Finance, Thailand.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conducting market research to source for potential suppliers and evaluate their capabilities.

• Negotiating contracts and preparing reports (e.g. on orders and costs).

• Developing and implementing procurement strategies to optimize purchasing activities.

• Preparing Request for Proposals (RFPs) and Request for Quotations (RFQs). 

• Reviewing deliveries against the orders.

• Dealing with non-supplied, under orders, over orders and damaged goods.

• Analyzing spending patterns, identifying cost-saving opportunities and determining the most profitable offers.

• Ensuring compliance with purchasing policy and legal requirements. 

Qualifications

What you bring to the table:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.

• Minimum 3 years of experience in procurement construction, IT system, goods and services, or supply chain management.

• Proficient in use of MS Office Applications (Words, Excel, Access).

• Good knowledge of distribution management

• Strong negotiation, analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Able to work well under stress in a fast-paced environment.

• Good communication and interpersonal skills.

Additional Information

What we offer:

• A dynamic and inclusive work environment.

• Opportunities for personal and professional development

• Responsibility from day one in a global company.

• A well-balanced professional and personal life.

• Freedom to learn, be creative and have fun!

We thank all applicants for their interest and efforts. All applications will be reviewed; however, only shortlisted applicants will be contacted due to the volume of applications. If you don't hear from us within two weeks, kindly consider your application unsuccessful.