Assistant Purchasing Manager (Logistics)

JOB DESCRIPTION:

• Category Management: Develop and execute logistics category strategy covering local transportation, warehousing, customs clearance, freight forwarding, insurance and other logistics services.
• Tender & Negotiation: Lead RFQ/RFP processes; negotiate contracts, freight rates and service agreements to achieve best total cost of ownership.
• Cost Savings & Productivity: Identify and implement cost reduction, cost avoidance, network optimization and logistics productivity initiatives.
• Supplier Management: Develop strategic relationships with logistics providers and conduct supplier performance reviews.
• Contract Management: Ensure logistics contracts comply with Purchasing Policy, legal requirements and insurance obligations.
• Risk Management: Identify logistics supply risks and develop mitigation plans to ensure business continuity.
• Logistics KPI Management: Monitor and improve freight cost, warehouse cost, OTIF, lead time, service level and carrier performance.
• Market Intelligence: Monitor logistics market trends, fuel indexes, freight market conditions, regulatory changes and industry benchmarks.
• Data Analytics & Reporting: Develop dashboards and provide regular reports on cost, performance, savings and supplier management.
• Cross-functional Collaboration: Work closely with Supply Chain, Logistics, Production, Sales and Finance to support operational excellence.
• Compliance & Governance: Ensure compliance with Purchasing Policy, Supplier Charter, ICRF requirements, DOA and sustainability commitments.
• Digital & Continuous Improvement: Drive utilization of purchasing e-tools, analytics, automation and process improvement initiatives.

JOB REQUIREMENT:

1.Education

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business Administration, Economics or related fields.
• Professional certification in Supply Chain or Procurement is preferred.

2.Experience

• Minimum 5–8 years in Purchasing, Logistics Procurement, Transportation or broker Management or Supply Chain.
• Experience working within manufacturing companies is preferred.
• Experience in logistics tender management and contract negotiation.

3.Technical Competencies

• Transportation procurement for both general and chemical products
• Freight cost analysis
• Warehouse procurement
• Contract management
• Supplier performance management
• Logistics network optimization
• Procurement strategy development

4.Skills & Abilities

• Strong negotiation skills
• Analytical and data-driven mindset
• Project management capability
• Strong stakeholder management
• Advanced Excel and Power BI
• SAP knowledge preferred
• Excellent communication skills in English and Vietnamese