Essential: bachelor in Business Management, Procurement or relevant discipline Preferred: master in Procurement, Engineering, Management or related discipline Extensive experience and working knowledge of managing a Purchasing/Procurement Function Proven experience in leading and managing a team Solid experience in the management of suppliers across a large scale global operation Proven customer service and financial/business acumen Intermediate knowledge of MS Office Effective communication skills Strong negotiation skills Strong Leadership Skills Safe work and Quality Systems Coaching and team development skills