Job Location BangkokJob DescriptionOverview of the jobProcter & Gamble Purchases is part of the Supply Chain function and has the unique responsibility for developing and executing the sourcing strategies for the Company's multi-billion-dollar goods and services needed to produce world class consumer products. As a Purchases professional, your goal is to link the most appropriate supplier capabilities with our business needs and contribute to delivering the best shareholder return. Your everyday work will consist of technical, analytical, and commercial skills to source for P&G in Asia-Pacific. The demand for Purchases expertise has never been higher, and the excitement and opportunities at Procter & Gamble are boundless!Your teamYour role as a Purchasing Manager will be accountable for Media Purchase for P&G Thailand. This role reports to Purchasing Director, Thailand.How success looks likePurchases people are P&G's lifeline to the world of suppliers, translating the needs of our business in a way that enables, encourages, and invites our supply base to partner with us in providing products and services of superior quality and value that improve the lives of our consumers. We are looking for people with the intellectual capacity, creative intelligence and strategic insight to join our team.Responsibilities of the role
Analyzing market trends and supplier landscape
Providing insights and recommendations to senior management and suppliers
Leading and managing key internal and external relationships
Spotting and exploiting emerging trends and technologies
Uncovering business-building ideas and cost-saving opportunities
Designing sourcing strategies that improves the value, availability and technology of the service
Striking deals through negotiation or leading competitive bidding
Building effective working relationships with suppliers
Developing strategic choices & interventions to deliver value to the business
Influencing shifts in external industries to drive competitive advantage for P&G
Accountable for flawless and professional execution of strategies and timely resolution of issues
Participating as a critical member of a cross-functional team to deliver a project
Accountable for excellence in business results and compliance
Job QualificationsQualifications:
Minimum Bachelor’s Degree
3 - 5 years of experience in FMCG, Media Agency or e-commerce companies preferred.
Proven experience in Media Buying will be a plus
Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English, and be able to regularly engage in discussions within P&G and our suppliers
Self Motivated/Strong leadership skills to drive supplier negotiations, lead external discussions
Strong analytical skills and ability to interpret insights from data
Strong collaboration and interpersonal skills across geographies
Ability to leverage external connections and regional/global networks to find opportunities that drive innovation and cost savings
Understanding of stewardship, governance, and compliance
About usWe produce globally recognized brands and we grow the best business leaders in the industry. With a portfolio of trusted brands as diverse as ours, it is paramount our leaders are able to lead with courage the vast array of brands, categories and functions. We serve consumers around the world with one of the strongest portfolios of trusted, quality, leadership brands, including Always®, Ariel®, Gillette®, Head & Shoulders®, Herbal Essences®, Oral-B®, Pampers®, Pantene®, Tampax® and more. Our community includes operations in approximately 70 countries worldwide.Visit to know more.We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate against individuals on the basis of race, color, gender, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, citizenship, disability, HIV/AIDS status, or any other legally protected factor.Job Schedule Full timeJob Number R000099944Job Segmentation Experienced Professionals (Job Segmentation)
