Job Title:  Lead Manager - Indirect Procurement

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# 159751 - Selangor, Selangor, Malaysia

Who We Are
Colgate-Palmolive Company is a caring, innovative growth company that is reimagining a healthier future for all people, their pets and our planet. Focused on Oral Care, Personal Care, Home Care and Pet Nutrition, we sell our products in more than 200 countries and territories under brands such as Colgate, Palmolive, elmex, hello, meridol, Sorriso, Tom’s of Maine, EltaMD, Filorga, Irish Spring, PCA SKIN, Protex, Sanex, Softsoap, Speed Stick, Ajax, Axion, Fabuloso, Soupline and Suavitel, as well as Hill’s Pet Nutrition.

We are recognized for our leadership and innovation in promoting sustainability and community wellbeing, including our achievements in decreasing plastic waste and promoting recyclability, saving water, conserving natural resources and improving children’s oral health.

If you want to work for a company that lives by their values, then give your career a reason to smile and join our global team!
 

About Colgate Palmolive

Do you want to come to work with a smile and leave with one as well? In between those smiles, your day consists of working in a global organization, continually learning and collaborating, having stimulating discussions, and making impactful contributions! If this is how you see your career, Colgate is the place to be!

Our dependable household brands, dedicated employees, and sustainability commitments make us a company passionate about building a future to smile about for our employees, consumers, and surrounding communities. The pride in our brand fuels a workplace that encourages creative thinking, champions experimentation, and promotes authenticity which has contributed to our enduring success.

If you want to work for a company that lives by their values, then give your career a reason to smile...every single day.

As the Lead Manager - Indirect Procurement, you are responsible for leading the South ASEAN Hub Indirect Procurement Team and strategically engage with all local stakeholders including the leadership team. You will drive seamless implementation of global procurement policies for all Indirect Services and Materials and to adapt Global/Regional strategy to the hub by connecting with both Division & Global IP Teams.

What you will do:

• Develop business centric procurement strategies across Commercial, Supply, Demand, Logistics and Professional Services in line with Indirect Procurement key objectives in Growth, Financials, and Resilience, include ensuring centrally led sourcing projects meet local business requirements

• Lead strategic supplier management strategy by being the primary contact for the negotiations of contract agreements in partnership with the Legal Department

• Team development including hiring, coaching, training and creating a succession plan

• Comply with all Indirect Procurement mandates (Indirect Procurement involvement with all spends, supplier creation, PO compliance, etc.)

• Implement metrics, tools, and new processes to optimize sourcing, supplier innovation and business simplification (ie. Relationship Management Programs, KPI’s, redesign processes for simplification, etc.)

• Implement comprehensive organizational plans to improve organizational readiness for efficient sourcing processes and strategies

• Provide regular updates to the Management Team on status vs. annual objectives, major projects, key issues, industry best practices, processes, and technology trends

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in any relevant field from a reputable university

• Minimum 12 years' experience in Indirect Procurement in an FMCG industry or fast moving environment

• Experienced in vendor evaluations, complex project management and strategic action planning

• Self-starter, team player and able to work in a cross-cultural working environment

• Strong interpersonal skills, both written and verbal

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Equal Opportunity Employer

Colgate is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, marital status, veteran status (United States positions), or any other characteristic protected by law

Reasonable accommodation during the application process is available for persons with disabilities. Please contact Application_Accommodation@colpal.com with the subject "Accommodation Request" should you require accommodation.

Our Commitment to Sustainability
With the Colgate brand in more homes than any other, we are presented with great opportunities and new challenges as we work to integrate sustainability into all aspects of our business and create positive social impact. We are determined to position ourselves for further growth as we act on our 2025 Sustainability & Social Impact Strategy.

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
Achieving our purpose starts with our people — ensuring our workforce represents the people and communities we serve —and creating an environment where our people feel they belong; where we can be our authentic selves, feel treated with respect and have the support of leadership to impact the business in a meaningful way.

Equal Opportunity Employer
Colgate is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, marital status, veteran status (United States positions), or any other characteristic protected by law.

Reasonable accommodation during the application process is available for persons with disabilities. Please contact Application_Accommodation@colpal.com with the subject "Accommodation Request" should you require accommodation.

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