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Commodity Manager (Plant Operations & Engineering)

Bangkok Permanent THB1,320,000 - THB1,800,000 per year View Job Description
The Commodity Manager will lead a strategically critical procurement portfolio covering Plant Operations (e.g., maintenance, MRO, services), Production/Process Engineering (equipment, technical services), facilities, utilities and energy.
  • Critical role in shaping the Group's procurement strategy
  • Lead transformation and build capability

About Our Client

The employer is a leading chemical manufacturing company, recognised for its strong presence and operational efficiency. It operates on a large scale, offering innovative and sustainable solutions to its clients worldwide.

Job Description

Strategic Procurement Leadership

  • Develop and implement comprehensive category strategies aligned with business, regional, and global procurement priorities
  • Identify opportunities for cost savings, value creation, and risk mitigation, delivering measurable financial impact
  • Lead strategic sourcing initiatives, including tenders, negotiations, and contract structuring for complex categories
  • Ensure early procurement involvement in capital projects and operational initiatives to maximise value



Team Leadership & Organisational Development

  • Lead, coach, and develop a high-performing procurement team, fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement
  • Set clear performance objectives, monitor delivery, and build capability within the team
  • Promote collaboration, engagement, and alignment with broader organisational goals



Stakeholder Engagement & Business Partnering

  • Build strong relationships with stakeholders across operations, engineering, finance, and leadership teams
  • Act as a trusted advisor to senior stakeholders, providing commercial insights and sourcing expertise
  • Engage at multiple levels of the organisation to shape demand, align priorities, and influence decision-making



Supplier Strategy & Relationship Management

  • Develop and manage strategic supplier partnerships, ensuring performance, quality, and innovation
  • Drive supplier consolidation, performance improvement, and compliance with contractual agreements
  • Ensure suppliers adhere to ethical, safety, and regulatory standards



Cross-Functional & Regional Collaboration

  • Collaborate with regional and global counterparts to align sourcing strategies and leverage scale
  • Implement global agreements while ensuring local market requirements are addressed
  • Share best practices and drive harmonisation across procurement processes



Continuous Improvement & Transformation

  • Identify and implement process improvements, digital tools, and best practices
  • Drive procurement maturity, efficiency, and capability development
  • Support broader organisational transformation initiatives and change management efforts

The Successful Applicant

  • Bachelors Degree in Engineering, Supply Chain or equivalent
  • Minimum 10+ years of experience in procurement, supply chain, or engineering-related roles in the chemicals, oil & gas, heavy manufacturing or EPC environment
  • Proven expertise in strategic sourcing, cost optimisation, and supplier management
  • Demonstrated leadership experience with a track record of building and managing high-performing teams
  • Strong stakeholder engagement and influencing skills, with experience working with senior leadership
  • High level of commercial acumen and analytical capability
  • Experience operating in regional or global matrix organisations is highly desirable
  • Familiarity with ERP systems (e.g., SAP) and procurement tools
  • Strong command of both Thai and English communication

What's on Offer

  • Competitive compensation package: Attractive compensation with performance-based incentives aligned to business impact and value delivery.
Contact
Sonia Fernandez
Quote job ref
JN-062026-7048355
Phone number
+66 2 012 5017

Job summary

Sector
Procurement & Supply Chain
Specialisation
Procurement Management
What is your area of specialisation?
Industrial / Manufacturing
Location
Bangkok
Contract Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Sonia Fernandez
Consultant phone
+66 2 012 5017
Job Reference
JN-062026-7048355

Diversity & Inclusion at Michael Page

We don't just accept difference - we celebrate it. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply for this role and are committed to building inclusive, diverse workplaces where everyone can thrive. If you require any support or reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know.