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Manager, Procurement at Airasia in Bangkok - Don Mueang
Job Description
Manager, Procurement
Location: Bangkok - Don Mueang
Job Description
OVERVIEW:
- Location: Don Mueang International Airport, Bangkok
- Department: Procurement
- Entity: Thai AirAsia
- Status: Full-time
YOUR ROLE as a Manager Procurement
This role is responsible for executing the sourcing strategy, managing end-to-end procurement processes, and leading a team of buyers or category specialists. This role focuses on optimizing category spend, mitigating supply chain risks, negotiating high-value contracts, driving cost-efficiency, and improving operational efficiency & streamline processes while ensuring strict compliance with corporate policy and governance.
WHAT YOU’LL CHAMPION:
- Ensure timely, accurate and complete reporting on Category Spend, Strategic plans, Project status and performance against established KPIs
- Partner with key stakeholders in the senior management capacity to articulate Procurement agenda and strategies, influence them to support the goals and enabling necessary resources to deliver the objectives
- Plan, develop, execute strategic sourcing projects to deliver targeted savings and other KPIs, including cash flow improvement, risk management and compliance
- Collaborate with key stakeholders from other functions to lead ideation of Productivity and Innovation projects; kick-off, maintain progress, ensure timely achievement of the objectives and sharing periodic reports on the status
- Ensure development of reliable supply base for all Categories needs, supplier evaluations and manage supply risks and business continuity
- Ensure visibility and transparency of the Procurement spend, provide thought leadership by continuously analyzing the data and providing strategic perspective on identified key drivers that impact the business
- Interface with users to understand needs and deliver continuous value across the supply chain
- Own contract negotiations, management process and ensure compliance with legal requirements and Company’s policies and be able to supervise the team on the contract.
- Develop strategic partnerships with Suppliers to drive innovation, including employment of digital systems and technologies that will transform the management of the all categories
- Responsible for executing the Sourcing strategy, Managing end-to-end procurement processes, Supplier Evaluation and Established and Deliver the Procurement Department KPIs
- Leading a team of buyers or category specialists and able to guide the team
- Ensure Transparency, Good communication and promote good Compliance and Corporate governance and Risk Management
- Deliver excellence in Procurement, including commercial and process ownership for all sourcing activities
- Manage direct reports, develop talent and strengthen staff capability; ensure all staff receive appropriate training and fair support for career development
- Pursue continuous improvement and innovation through digital solutions
WHO YOU ARE:
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Procurement, Finance, or a related field (MBA preferred)
- 8–10+ years of strategic sourcing and team leadership experience. Background in multinational environments within the airline, travel, or hospitality industries is advantageous.
- Strong commercial acumen and negotiation skills with a proven track record in end-to-end contracting (CMS), e-sourcing tools, cost-saving strategies, proactive risk mitigation (e.g., energy/fuel hedging), and supplier performance management.
- Highly detail-oriented and analytical, with strong numerical literacy.
- Advanced proficiency in spreadsheet tools (MS Excel / Google Sheets) to drive data-led procurement insights.
- Excellent project management, change management, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to effectively prioritize tasks, build cross-functional relationships, and influence stakeholders at all levels.
- Proven ability to collaborate effectively in diverse, cross-cultural team environments, with strong ethics, integrity, and emotional intelligence.
- Exceptional written and verbal English communication skills.
WHERE YOU’LL GO:
Dispatcher to captain, ramp agent to data analyst, brand executive to CEO - these are some Dare To Dream stories of our Allstars. With more experience, you can move into a managerial role, overseeing all scope of Strategic Procurement.
WHAT YOU’LL ENJOY:
- Physical Wellbeing: Key medical and insurance benefits, maternity expenses, flexible work arrangements, and health and fitness amenities.
- Emotional Wellbeing: Paid time off, wellness programmes, and childcare amenities.
- Financial Wellbeing: Resources relating to financial, personal skills, and career growth programmes.
- Allstars Specials: Free flights, unlimited discounted flights, and exclusive discounts with partners.
- A unique Allstar culture like no other
OUR HIRING PROCESS:
- Application Review
- Application Review and Skills Match
- Interview & Assessment
- Background Verification
- Offer Process
GET TO KNOW AIRASIA:
AirAsia has been the World's Best Low-Cost Airline for 16 consecutive years with over 800 million guests flown. We continue to champion dreams, serve the underserved and connect the world and ASEAN like no other, so Now Everyone Can Fly.
GET TO KNOW US:
Our story begins in 2001 with a dream, two planes and a 40 million ringgit debt. You’ll know us as the ‘Now Everyone Can Fly’ airline (if you don’t, we’re definitely older than you).
Today, we’re more than just an airline. We’re Capital A - a world-class brand that wears many hats. Our mission is to connect people and transform lives in ASEAN.
Above all, we’re Allstars. We believe in the unbelievable, and we dare to dream. We also believe in celebrating all individuals. So no matter your culture and background or if you prefer aisle seat to window seat, we’re excited to have you onboard.
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