Sourcing Manager

- Supervise and coordinate daily activities of the sourcing team, including workload planning, task delegation, and performance tracking.

- Oversee team attendance, training schedules, and ensure Corporate policies are followed.

- Conduct regular check-ins with team members to ensure alignment with goals and resolve operational bottlenecks.

- Prepare internal reports and updates to senior management on departmental performance and staffing needs.

- Facilitate internal communication and cross-functional collaboration to ensure departmental effectiveness.

- Lead end-to-end procurement for all indirect categories (e.g. office supplies, services, maintenance contracts, tools & equipment).

- Collaborate with user departments to define requirements, scope of work, and procurement strategy.

- Manage supplier identification, bidding, evaluation, negotiation, and contract finalization.

- Ensure compliance with internal procurement policies and Vietnamese regulations.

- Monitor supplier performance, contract execution, and service quality to ensure value delivery.

- Work closely with the finance team to monitor procurement-related budgets.

- Propose and Deliver cost-saving initiatives and evaluate vendors based on total cost of ownership.

- Analyze market trends to ensure competitive pricing and sourcing opportunities.

- Support ERP integration for procurement modules and S2P solution (if applicable).

- Establish standardized procurement procedures and documentation.

- Continuously improve the sourcing workflow to increase efficiency and transparency.

- Prepare regular reports on sourcing KPIs, savings, and vendor management performance.

- Act as a liaison between LVHA and relevant stakeholders for sourcing-related matters.

- Provide timely updates and recommendations to management to support strategic decisions.

- Graduated: Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or related field.

- Minimum 5 years of experience in procurement/sourcing, with at least 2 years in a managerial role, preferably in a manufacturing environment.

- Strong understanding of procurement regulations, contract management, and vendor evaluation/management.

- Familiarity with indirect purchasing categories.

- ERP or procurement system knowledge (SAP is a must).

- Leadership and team coordination skills.

- Excellent negotiation and communication abilities.

- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

- Proficiency in Microsoft Office.

- English proficiency in speaking and writing.