Procurement Head (Taiwan)

Reporting to: General Manager (Taiwan)
Dotted line to: Regional Procurement Head (China)
Team size: 4 people

About the Role

A multinational company in the construction chemicals sector is seeking a strategic and driven Procurement Manager(Head) to lead its procurement function in Taiwan. This role will oversee both direct and indirect procurement, manage a small team, and work closely with local and regional stakeholders across multiple markets.

The Taiwan business unit operates in a decentralized structure. While some products are produced locally in Taoyuan, a significant portion is imported through intercompany procurement from other entities across Greater China, Southeast Asia, and Europe.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a procurement team of 3~4 people.

• Manage full-scope procurement and purchasing operations, including supplier sourcing, contract negotiations, cost management, and performance tracking.

• Coordinate with global and regional teams on intercompany sourcing and supply alignment.

• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to identify cost-saving opportunities and improve procurement efficiency.

• Support integration and process optimization initiatives, especially in the context of a recent global merger, driving toward a unified local structure.

• Proactively challenge and improve current procurement practices to enhance agility, compliance, and value delivery.

• Ensure alignment with global procurement standards and policies.

Key Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or above in Business, Supply Chain, Engineering, or a related field.

• Minimum 8 years of procurement experience, including at least 2 years in a managerial or team lead role.

• Experience with chemical-related products or industrial manufacturing is highly preferred.

• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills across departments and cultures.

• Fluent in both Mandarin and English.

• Prior experience in a decentralized or matrix organization is a plus.

Ideal Candidate Profile

We are looking for a candidate with a growth mindset and strong business acumen- someone who:

• Thinks strategically and challenges the status quo

• Is solutions-oriented and comfortable with constructive confrontation

• Takes initiative beyond their direct responsibilities

• Is adaptable, hands-on, and thrives in a dynamic environment

Qualified and interested parties please apply with your CV to Vera.Chang@morganphilips.com
Please note, that while Morgan Philips Group welcomes and appreciates all candidate response, volume of replies allows us to respond to short-listed candidates only. Resumes are collected for recruitment purposes only.
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