Senior Purchasing Manager / Purchasing Manager (Purchasing and Support Services)

Hong Kong Baptist University

Duties & Responsibilities

Lead the purchasing section and develop procurement strategies for efficient acquisition of goods and services.
Support the Assistant Director in managing the procurement function and ensure compliance with regulations and procedures.
Prepare tender board papers and vet tender or contract documents for university committees.
Oversee daily procurement operations and negotiate contracts with service providers across departments.
Manage administrative tasks including insurance, supplier management, car pool services, and warehouse operations.
Analyse purchasing data and generate reports for management review.
Develop and implement procurement transformation strategies including demand planning frameworks.
Monitor market trends and implement cost-saving measures while maintaining service quality.

Bachelor's degree in Procurement, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or related field.
Minimum 12 years of purchasing or procurement experience, with at least 5 years in a managerial role.
Ability to adapt to changing priorities with a positive attitude.
Proficiency in procurement software and Microsoft Office Suite.
Membership or student membership of CIPs or professional accounting body is advantageous.

Full-time; Fixed-term contract of two or three years, with re-appointment subject to mutual agreement and funding availability.