Procurement Manager

About the Position

We are seeking a Procurement Manager to join Sika Korea, a leading specialty chemicals company. The role involves leading procurement strategy, cost reduction, and supplier management in a global environment.

Responsibilities

• Procurement Strategy & Leadership

  • Develop and execute the procurement strategy for Sika Korea.
  • Drive cost reduction, supply security, and risk management initiatives.
  • Promote procurement governance and best practices across the organization.

• Performance Management

  • Lead purchasing operations and ensure efficient execution of end-to-end procurement processes.
  • Identify and resolve operational issues across the procurement process.
  • Deliver annual savings and productivity targets.
  • Track and improve procurement KPIs, supplier performance, purchasing process efficiency, and working capital metrics.
  • Provide market intelligence and procurement reporting to local and regional management.

• Strategic Sourcing & Supplier Management

  • Lead sourcing activities for raw materials, packaging, CAPEX, indirect spend, logistics, and services.
  • Manage supplier selection, qualification, contract negotiations, and performance evaluation.
  • Develop strategic supplier partnerships and identify localization opportunities.

• Cross-Functional Collaboration

  • Partner with Operations, Supply Chain, R&D, Quality, and Commercial teams.
  • Support new product introductions, plant projects, and business growth initiatives.
  • Act as the key procurement interface between local, regional, and global teams.

• Compliance & Sustainability

  • Ensure compliance with Sika policies, code of conduct, and applicable regulations.
  • Support implementation of sustainability and ESG initiatives within the supply base.
  • Maintain transparent and ethical procurement practices.

Requirements

• Experience

  • Procurement management experience in manufacturing, chemical, automotive, industrial, or construction-related industries.
  • Bachelor’s degree in engineering/technical or commercial is required.
  • Proven track record in strategic sourcing, supplier negotiations, and cost management.
  • Experience in a multinational environment preferred.
  • Team leadership experience is an advantage.

• Skills

  • Strong negotiation and stakeholder management skills.
  • Strategic mindset with strong analytical capabilities.
  • Effective communication and cross-functional collaboration.
  • Fluent Korean and business English.

We Offer

• Competitive salaries aligned with local market benchmarks and the specific scope and responsibilities of each role.
• Commitment to fair and equitable pay practices in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.

About the Company

Sika is a specialty chemicals company with a globally leading position in the development and production of systems and products for bonding, sealing, damping, reinforcing, and protection in the building sector and automotive industry. With subsidiaries in 103 countries and over 400 factories worldwide, Sika plays a crucial role in enabling the transformation of the construction and vehicle industries toward greater environmental compatibility. The company employs more than 34,000 people and generated sales of CHF 11.7 billion in 2024.

Since 1998, Sika AG has been present in Korea through its subsidiary Sika Korea Ltd., which employs more than 90 people and has branch offices in Ansung.