Procurement Officer

The HAECO Group is an independent global provider of high-quality MRO services. We offer a broad range of aviation products and services that enable our customers to operate their aircraft, engines and components safely and efficiently. Headquartered in Hong Kong since 1950, our global reach has extended as we have grown. We now have operations throughout the Asia-Pacific region, Americas and other parts of the world.

Based at Hong Kong International Airport (HKIA), HAECO Hong Kong offer a full range of services including airframe services, line services, component services, engine services, inventory technical management, cabin solutions, freighter conversions, technical training and AOG support.

Reporting to Procurement Manager, the incumbent will lead and manage procurement requests and projects for CAPEX/production/technical (IT & non-IT) supplies, including goods & services. He/she supports the procurement related requests/ projects & contract development for HX-HKG and other group companies in Hong Kong.

• Act as project manager / Subject expert to assigned category(ies) and projects to ensure effective communication on projects & sourcing requests to ensure customer satisfaction and manage expectations.
• Conduct cost saving studies and make recommendation on contract development.
• Assist procurement manager to manage procurement activities of the assigned categories.
• To act as the key buyer and subject matter expert for responsible categories, including but not limited to, vendor selection, proposal evaluation, developing and negotiating contract terms & conditions. Additionally, this position manages the contract execution process, resolving problems, mitigating delays, mediating disputes and escalating issues.
• To monitor the performance of the agreements and the overall relationship with the vendors, including but not limited to, providing constructive feedback to suppliers for better performance and future development.
• To handle daily procurement duties, executing projects and leading tender exercises and contract development in a transparent, fair and professional way.
• To provide input and execute the mid-term to long-term procurement strategies.
• To collaborate with teams and influence relevant stakeholders effectively.
• To initiate and lead projects at both local & regional levels, such as market research, benchmarking exercises, information analysis and contract development, to facilitate understanding of supply base and market trends.
• To lead the assigned taskforces/working teams for procurement related studies and/or process improvement.

1. Job Requirements & Competencies

• To lead projects and facilitate the team with high quality of work and implementation of good procurement practices & control.
• To resolve operation problems, enhance cross team communication and review key supplier performance.
• To lead the projects or being contract manager for those purchase recommendation & decision with a longer term and higher financial impact to the company and the group.
• To carry out strategic analysis on data for development of cost saving opportunities and execution of proper risk management.
• To be actively involved in staff engagement initiatives and process improvement projects.

2. Qualification & Experience

• Recognized degree in any disciplines, business / management related an advantage.
• Professional qualification in procurement & supply is preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of procurement experience.
• Product and market knowledge in related category of purchases is an advantage.
• Excellent command of English and Chinese, both spoken and written.

HAECO Group is an equal opportunity employer. At HAECO, we are committed to creating an inclusive and supportive working environment for all our people regardless of their age, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, relationship, family status, disability, race, ethnicity, nationality, religious or political beliefs. We believe in creating an environment where people feel comfortable at work and are able to realise their full potential.

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