Purchase & Pricing Strategist – Thailand

This is a remote position.

Job Purpose

To develop and execute Thailand‑market purchasing and pricing strategies that ensure competitive raw material sourcing (Plastics, Polymers) , optimized margins, and strong supplier performance. The role integrates procurement intelligence, pricing governance, and cross‑functional collaboration to support profitable growth and commercial decision‑making.

Key Responsibilities

• Pricing Strategy & Governance

• Define and implement Thailand‑specific pricing frameworks aligned with business goals.

• Establish pricing principles, approval guardrails, and discount/rebate structures.

• Lead pricing review forums to ensure data‑driven pricing decisions.

• Margin & Profitability Management

• Monitor pricing performance, margin trends, and cost fluctuations.

• Conduct scenario analysis and profitability assessments to support commercial strategy.

• Recommend corrective actions to improve value capture.

• Purchase Strategy & Supplier Management

• Develop sourcing strategies for raw materials and category‑specific procurement.

• Maintain strong relationships with Thai and regional suppliers to ensure competitive pricing and reliable supply.

• Evaluate supplier performance, risk, quality, and compliance.

• Market & Competitor Intelligence

• Analyze Thailand market trends, competitor pricing, and cost drivers.

• Provide actionable insights to sales, finance, and leadership teams.

• Documentation & Compliance

• Ensure adherence to procurement policies, pricing governance, and regulatory requirements.

• Maintain accurate purchasing records, pricing files, and audit‑ready documentation.

• Cross‑Functional Collaboration

• Partner with Sales, Finance, Supply Chain, and Operations to align pricing and procurement decisions.

• Support commercial teams with rapid pricing inputs for deal closures.

• Cost Management & Value Optimization

• Drive cost‑saving initiatives and negotiate favorable terms with suppliers.

• Monitor cost headwinds and develop mitigation plans.

Requirements

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Economics, Statistics, or related fields.

• MBA preferred.

Experience

• 3–7 years in procurement, pricing, supply chain, or commercial strategy roles.

• Experience in category management, supplier negotiation, or pricing analytics.

Skills

• Strong analytical and numerical accuracy.

• Advanced MS Excel (Pivot Table, VLOOKUP) and data analysis capability.

• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.

• Ability to translate complex data into clear business recommendations.

Traits

• Strategic thinker with high execution speed.

• Strong cross‑cultural communication skills.

• Detail‑oriented, organized, and able to work under time‑sensitive conditions.

Originally posted on Himalayas