Job Responsibilities

Role Overview This senior position is responsible for all management and implementation of Sourcing Operations in the Procurement Division. It requires a strategic mindset, strong managerial skills (in projects and people) and in-depth involvement in sourcing operational details. The role’s key elements are: • Accountable for all sourcing projects solutions & deliverables • Operational excellence o Governance o Methodology o Implementation o Client satisfaction o Accountability (internal work quality, timeline/man-hour spend, deliverables client readiness, etc.) • Operation efficiency o Procurement resource allocation (under Operations) o Procurement resources coordination (between functions under Procurement) o Implementation efficiency o Cost of execution • Team management o Motivation o Resources sharing with other leaders, PMs, Directors, HR • Continuous improvement o In the Procurement Division (overall, methodologies, work-practices, standards, timelines, etc.) o In the projects (PM, controls, outcomes, timelines, etc.) o In the procurement team and individuals This role does not directly include: P&L, BD/Sales, Finance, HR, etc. However, active support and enablement towards BU profitability is necessary. Detailed Responsibilities (Include but not limited to) • Manage all global procurement sourcing projects • Develop, execute and improve on new project methodology (processes and procedures) • Evaluation of existing processes, procedures and tools to identify any gaps or areas for improvement • Participate in all project planning with Project Managers (PMs) • Manage all resource planning and ensure optimization in resources allocation • Operations control to ensure deliverables quality and timelines • Manage all implementation in details and ensure client readiness as per Axis’ standard • Manage and improve operational excellence and best practice • Manage both procurement commercial and technical activities and ensure quality outcome • Manage risks through entire project process, solving unexpected problems as needed • Be responsible for implementation efficiency and capacity utilization • Be responsible for client satisfaction • Be responsible for internal/external update/report to Axis management (CEO, MD: China & Asia, Director: Procurement), Parent company Imperial and clients • Manage supplier relationships (especially SRM with strategic suppliers) • Motivating, challenging and developing a team of professionals by setting meaningful goals and guide on details tasks/deliverables • Maintaining and cultivating a positive ‘Can Do’ attitude, strong customer service orientation and a commercial mindset for the trading opportunities • Cultivating a culture of ‘Excellence’ and continuous improvement

Job Requirements

Requirements • A business, economics or engineering Bachelor’s degree • MBA or post-graduate is preferred • Professional procurement experience of 15 years (minimum) including more than 5 years in global procurement management in mining, heavy engineering or metal processing area, etc. • Overseas working experience is preferred; and interest to further develop an international career • Strong connection with China-based suppliers in mining, heavy engineering or metal processing area • Knowledge and experience in global procurement projects and activities • Deep understanding and rich experience in global procurement operations • Proven experience in team leadership and management • A good team leader with great execution capabilities • Willingness to manage and conduct daily operations • English proficiency; Mandarin language skills a plus • Willingness to travel

Required Languages

English