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We are looking for a commercially driven procurement professional with strong expertise in packaging and consumables to drive category strategy, supplier development, cost optimization, and sourcing excellence in support of our 3PL operations. Job requirements for the Assistant Manager position: Strong expertise in consumables, particularly packaging materials, with solid knowledge of packaging specifications, cost structures, and key cost drivers. A strong supplier network in packaging and consumables is highly preferred. Proven experience in category management, strategic sourcing, supplier management, and commercial negotiations. Strong cost awareness and analytical capability, with hands-on experience in cost breakdown, benchmarking, cost optimization, and savings initiatives. Ability to analyze market, supplier, and pricing data and translate insights into actionable sourcing recommendations. Ability to manage multiple priorities and projects effectively in a fast-paced and dynamic environment. Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across functions. Agile, adaptable, and results-oriented, with a strong continuous improvement mindset. Good understanding of the 3PL industry, operational models, and business requirements, with the ability to translate operational needs into effective procurement solutions. Candidate Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Procurement, or a related field. Minimum 5 years of relevant procurement/sourcing experience, preferably within the 3PL, logistics, FMCG, packaging, or related industries. Demonstrated experience in sourcing indirect materials and consumables, with strong knowledge of end-to-end sourcing and purchasing processes. Strong knowledge and practical experience in packaging materials; experience in cartons, plastic packaging, pallets, labels, tapes, protective packaging, or other warehouse consumables is preferred. Excellent written and verbal English communication skills. Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with cross-functional and regional teams. Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and PowerPoint; experience with Power BI for data analysis and reporting is preferred. Strong commercial acumen, problem-solving skills, and ownership mindset. Maersk is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace, and we embrace different styles of thinking. Maersk is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applicants without regard to race, colour, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy or parental leave, veteran status, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We are happy to support your need for any adjustments during the application and hiring process. If you need special assistance or an accommodation to use our website, apply for a position, or to perform a job, please contact us by emailing accommodationrequests@maersk.com. A.P. Moller - Maersk is an integrated container logistics company working to connect and simplify its customer's supply chains. As the global leader in shipping services, the company operates in 130 countries and employs roughly 100,000 people. With simple end-to-end offering of products and digital services, seamless customer engagement and a superior end-to-end delivery network, Maersk enables its customers to trade and grow by transporting goods anywhere - all over the world. For more information click here. All the way.
Maersk
CNSGH29 - Shanghai - T1
Assistant Manager - Procurement.
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