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Alfa Laval

Sourcing Manager-PureBallast-BU MAS Operations

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Role family
Supply chain
Seniority
Lead / management
Country
CN
Work mode
On-site / unstated
First seen by hirly
17 Sept 2026

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the posting

This role will direct report to Head of Sourcing, BU MAS Operations

Summary

Overall responsible for executing strategies, managing sourcing activities and operational purchasing to secure delivery of the sourcing objectives in Pure Ballast and BU/PU.

Key Tasks

Responsible for communicating and ensuring alignment on sub-commodity strategies.

Lead, manage and execute the strategy work for Pure Ballast.

Lead purchasers and purchasing managers, direct and indirect in all related sites.

Accountable for material cost reduction results and the supply-related performance.

In collaboration with Global Commodity teams, responsible to develop plans and delivering agreed targets and secure focus areas are incorporated in line with PB and BU/PU Strategies.

Develop plans for sourcing new products and suppliers as part of the NPD process.

Responsible for securing requirements are communicated and included in Global-Commodity Strategies.

Responsible to secure adherence to policy and strategies.

Responsible for giving input to tools & procedures within Global Sourcing and implementing them in the sites.

KPI's and Scorecard follow up.

Competencies, experience and attitudes to do the job:

Knowledge :

  • Deep understanding of procurement markets, supply chain management, and supplier qualification processes.
  • Familiarity with SRM, quality management systems and tools.
  • Technical background in relevant industries (e.g., marine, power and offshore, marine or relevant heavy industry).
  • NPI experience and proven record track.

Skills :

  • Fluent written and spoken English.
  • Strong negotiation and contract management skills.
  • Ability to analyze market trends and develop sourcing strategies.

Attitude :

  • Business-oriented with a strong focus on results.
  • Detail-oriented and structured approach to work.
  • Excellent teamwork and leadership skills.
  • Willing to challenge norms and drive continuous improvement.

Motivation :

  • Pursuing excellency and continuous improvement
  • Challenge normal and bring result
  • Model the way
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