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

1. Pricing Strategy & Governance

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

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

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

1. Margin & Profitability Management

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Monitor pricing performance, margin trends, and cost fluctuations.

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Conduct scenario analysis and profitability assessments to support commercial strategy.

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Recommend corrective actions to improve value capture.

1. Purchase Strategy & Supplier Management

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

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

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Evaluate supplier performance, risk, quality, and compliance.

1. Market & Competitor Intelligence

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

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

1. Documentation & Compliance

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

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

1. Cross‑Functional Collaboration

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

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Support commercial teams with rapid pricing inputs for deal closures.

1. Cost Management & Value Optimization

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

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Monitor cost headwinds and develop mitigation plans.

Requirements

Education

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

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MBA preferred.

Experience

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

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

Skills

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Strong analytical and numerical accuracy.

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

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Excellent communication and negotiation skills.

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Ability to translate complex data into clear business recommendations.

Traits

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Strategic thinker with high execution speed.

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Strong cross‑cultural communication skills.

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

Originally posted on Himalayas