Procurement Tactical Buyer II (Global Business Services)

Job Description

Procurement Tactical Buyer II

Join the team behind iconic brands like Huggies®, Kotex®, Poise®, Depend® At Kimberly-Clark, it’s all here for you—innovation, growth, and the chance to make a real impact.

You’re not the person who will settle for just any role. Neither are we. Because we’re out to create Better Care for a Better World, and that takes a certain kind of person and teams who care about making a difference. Here, you’ll bring your professional expertise, talent, and drive to building and managing our portfolio of iconic, ground-breaking brands. In this role, you’ll help us deliver better care for billions of people around the world. It starts with YOU.

About You

You perform at the highest level possible, and you appreciate a performance culture fueled by authentic caring. You want to be part of a company actively dedicated to sustainability, inclusion, wellbeing, and career development.

Responsibilities: Sourcing, Negotiation, Contract and Vendor Management (S2C) – Tactical Threshold Limit

Independently prepare and conduct negotiations with suppliers for assigned materials and services as per preferred vendor list provided by the local procurement team.
Conduct S2C support in close collaboration with Local Buyer
Work with internal Business Partners to harmonize specifications and decrease complexity, e.g. by reducing the number of suppliers.
Perform parts of RFQ preparation and conduct RFQ execution.
Coordinate supplier onboarding with compliance with K-C Vendor Due diligence and manage supplier performance evaluation.
Achieve cost saving target and increase company working capital.
Provide timely analysis and resolution to issues relating to invoicing and order placement.
Challenge existing practices and make recommendations concerning improvement to standardizing and streamlining processes.
To involve/drive project, SR request, CI activity, Tactical process enhancement and etc.

Schedule status meetings to update the management of ongoing activities, detailing the status of each task, issues, or problems requiring review, coordination, and projected completion dates for tasks and activities.
Assist in any other ad-hoc task assigned by your Team Leader or Management.

Compliance and Processes

Ensure that all procurement activities are in compliance with relevant policies and procedures and documented properly to achieve excellent and consistent quality of work results, avoid compliance issues and allow for traceability of actions. Included activities:
Execute procurement activities in line with policies and procedures (e.g. KC Procurement Guideline, company procedures, Code of Conduct, trade controls, etc.)
Quarterly reviewing of Procurement SOP to ensure document is align with Regional/Global procedures and policy.
Actively seek opportunities for continuous improvement to increase operational excellence and improve documentation of processes.
Challenge existing practices and make recommendations concerning improvement to standardizing and streamlining processes.
Support the optimum use of procurement tools and systems e.g. Coupa Supplier Portal

To succeed in this role, you will need the following qualifications:

Qualification, Experience and Other Requirements

Min. diploma/degree in engineering (especially mechanical, electrical), Qualification in business management or supply chain will be of advantage.
Minimum 3-5 years’ work experience in procurement of technical materials / services, engineering or similar areas
Excellent oral and written communication in Vietnamese and English.
Good negotiation and sourcing skills
Good communication and presentation skills
SAP system & Coupa knowledge
Expertise in procurement methodologies and processes as well as negotiation tactics
Good knowledge of business, finance, and supply chain concepts
Competency in computer applications, especially MS Excel, MS PowerPoint and MS Visio; knowledge of SAP MM of advantage

Led by Purpose. Driven by You.

Total Benefits

We believe that our employees are our greatest asset, and we're committed to providing them with the resources they need to be successful. If you're looking for a rewarding career with a company that cares about its employees, then Kimberly-Clark is the place for you.

Flex That Works at Kimberly-Clark

We believe great work happens when people come together with purpose. That’s why we offer a flexible work model that blends remote work with intentional in-person collaboration — helping you connect, grow, and innovate while maintaining the balance you value.

To Be Considered

Click the Apply button and complete the online application process. A member of our recruiting team will review your application and follow up if you seem like a great fit for this role.

In the meantime, please check out the careers website.

And finally, the fine print….

For Kimberly-Clark to grow and prosper, we must be an inclusive organization that applies the diverse experiences and passions of its team members to brands that make life better for people all around the world, which is why we seek to build a workforce that encompasses the experiences of our consumers.  When you bring your original thinking to Kimberly-Clark, you fuel the continued success of our enterprise. We are a committed equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, pregnancy, genetic information, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

The statements above are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this classification. Statements are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities and skills required for this position.

Employment is subject to verification of local policies.

No Relocation:

This role is available for local candidates already authorized to work in the role’s country only. Kimberly-Clark will not provide relocation support for this role.

Primary Location

Kuala Lumpur Office

Additional Locations

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type

Regular

Time Type

Full time

About Us

Fueled by ingenuity, creativity, and an understanding of people's most essential needs, we're working to find new ways to make a positive impact on the world we share. Kimberly-Clark and its trusted brands, including Huggies, Kleenex, Scott, Kotex, Cottonelle, Poise, Depend, Andrex, Pull-Ups, GoodNites, Intimus, Neve, Plenitud, Sweety, Softex, Viva and WypAll, are an indispensable part of life for people in more than 175 countries by helping individuals experience more of what's important to them. We use sustainable practices that support a healthy planet, build stronger communities, and ensure our business thrives for decades to come. To learn more about the company's 150-year history of innovation, visit kimberly-clark.com.