Regional Purchasing Category Manager

KONE ELEVATORS PTY

Kunshan, China
10+ years in sourcing skills
Lead supplier negotiations
Manage production transfers
The role is responsible for driving product cost competitiveness and implementing value analysis/value engineering (VAVE) opportunities across KONE suppliers

Job Summary

  • The role is responsible for driving product cost competitiveness and implementing value analysis/value engineering (VAVE) opportunities across KONE suppliers.
  • This position requires leading supplier negotiations, managing production transfers, and ensuring supply chain resilience while minimizing cost impacts.
  • KONE fosters an innovative culture focused on sustainability, ethical business practices, and employee engagement to help individuals achieve their career goals.

Matching Summary

The role is responsible for driving product cost competitiveness and implementing value analysis/value engineering (VAVE) opportunities across KONE suppliers.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 10+ years in Sourcing skills
  • Lead supplier negotiations
  • Manage production transfers
  • Implement VAVE opportunities
  • Develop sourcing strategy

Nice-to-have

  • Experience in elevator business
  • Strong analytical thinking
  • Change management skills
  • High energy and integrity
  • Willingness to travel

Key Requirements

  • B.Sc. or M.Sc. degree in Engineering or Supply Chain Management
  • Excellent level of English proficiency
  • 10+ years of sourcing experience

Work Rights

Not specified

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