About the Role
 
As a Senior Recruiter, you will play an important role in our senior searches, ranging from director, VP to C levels, for clients and candidates across the globe.

You will manage recruitment process delivery including sourcing, screening, assessing, and presenting candidates to clients. You will ensure a high-quality candidate journey through the entire process. You are a subject matter expert on applicant tracking systems, candidate sourcing methodologies, and recruitment process effectiveness.

Reporting to the Managing Director Europe, you will be based in Bucharest, Romania, working remotely.

About Us

Alcott Global is the world's leading expert in providing Supply Chain & Operations Executive Search solutions for our global clients across sectors. We are aware that attracting and retaining talents in the supply chain space is more than challenging, and with our unique expertise and large supply chain network, we are able to guarantee our clients the best-in-case search solutions. We’ve been globally recognized as the preferred strategic partner for our clients in attracting, retaining and developing supply chain and operations talents.
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Why you should join us

Our Vision
We are building the biggest Supply Chain Executive Search firm in the world to connect the Supply Chain ecosystem.

Our Brand
We are consistently recognized as one of the leading search firms in Supply Chain executive search.
Our online events have had the highest attendance in the world (our last event attracted 10000+ attendees). We have been featured in Forbes, Bloomberg, World Economic Forum, MIT. We have a wide reach across different channels: 300k followers on Linkedin; 50k subscribers to our newsletter; the most followed executive podcast in supply chain with close to 10000 listens per episode

Our Culture
You have the full freedom to run your day. We’ll help you with the “what” and provide you the freedom and support for you to work out the ‘how’.
Our culture is open, focused on getting things done and fun; it’s somewhere where you can be yourself, form great working relationships, and feel part of a team that is really going places. And did we say we are Meme experts? If we are not laughing every day, we cannot work!!

Global Opportunity
You'll be part of a global company with access to a broad range of clients, international opportunities and a rich network of colleagues around the world.

Your Responsibilities

• Create and execute efficient multi-channel strategies to source candidates, including internal firm network, external resources and market outreach
• Conduct interactions with clients in a timely, professional and responsive manner
• Use competency interviewing to identify and differentiate candidate in presentation and short-list process
• Candidate relationship management
• Ensure best quality delivery through the full search process
• Effectively communicate position opportunity and client value proposition
• Recruit, train and develop junior recruiters globally

Your Personality

• You want a career in a fast-paced international environment
• You’re a self-starter and thrive in an entrepreneurial role
• You understand and leverage the power of social media - Linkedin - to create and develop a personal and company brand
• You’re highly results-oriented
• You’re an excellent team player
• You’re motivated problem-solvers who possess intellectual curiosity, a readiness to tackle challenges and qualitative analytical skills

Your Qualifications

• 5+ years of full cycle recruitment experience in human capital consulting or management consulting environment
• 2+ years of experience developing and executing sourcing methodologies to include: market mapping, recruitment strategies and Boolean searches
• Proficiency in using applicant tracking systems (ATS), recruiting software, and candidate databases
• Superior project management abilities in managing searches with minimal guidance Experience in the Supply Chain and Logistics functions or sector a big plus
• Bachelor’s degree
   

Global Procurement Manager – Commodities

Alcott Global is partnering with the world's leading Packaging companies to identify its new Global Procurement Manager for Commodities based in Singapore. Commodity or trading aptitude is at the core of the role and its replacement of an incumbent who has moved up the ladders within the company.

ROLE OVERVIEW

The successful candidate will manage the tender cycle for commodities that the client requires for its businesses, track movements in commodities / relevant indices, be able to and decide on the best and most cost-effective purchases (spot vs contract). The role's focus (75%) is to supply Prime materials to the Australian business (approximately 95%). Some Prime materials must also be supplied to New Zealand (approximately 3.5%).

The key aptitude is commodity trading mindset and commodity analytics – understanding indices.

• Resin, Aluminum, Tinplate – Expediting Trials, Price Lists, Logistics, and managing pass-through pricing.
• Plastic Flake- Learning Tactical Buying in Asia.
• Can Ends – Sole Responsibility for Purchasing and SRM
• Finished Plastic Goods- Sole Responsibility for Finished Plastic Goods.
• Baling Wire

He/she will be able to operate in an entrepreneurial and fast-paced environment. The culture is fun and constantly evolving so the successful candidate must thrive in such an environment. He/she must also have a good eye for detail and be able to follow through on the whole purchasing process and be a clear communicator at all times. Additionally, an ability to negotiate and be “shrewd with numbers” and at the same time get deals done. Apart from being commercially minded, he/she will be a quick learner and problem solver who can hit the ground running.

KEY RESPONSIBLITY

• Identify key Prime materials and strategically source through the Singapore procurement function
• Optimize revenue through Visy Singapore for all materials and commodities
• Liaise closely with Australian-based based Divisional Procurement Managers to identify and realize cost-saving opportunities for materials and commodities
• Channeling of purchasing through correct buying streams
• Ensure supply continuity of key raw materials at all times
• Identify & drive sourcing & saving opportunities across Divisions
• Analyze supplier pricing and cost structures to support negotiation strategy
• Pro-actively contribute operational savings to meet and exceed the overall Group procurement savings target
• Develop strong relationships with operational contacts (engineering, manufacturing, etc.) in conjunction with the Divisional Procurement Managers

KPI

• Zero stockouts through a willingness to oversee the back-office expediting
• $ savings delivered to companywide procurement target
• Successful execution and compliance of negotiated materials agreements
• % Spend with preferred/contracted suppliers across business units
• Monitor commodity trends and implement strategies always to ensure market competitive pricing – communicate trends to a wider group
• Teamwork and leadership across companywide procurement function
• Feedback from operational Divisional Procurement Managers on procurement support and efficiency
• Rationalisation of the supplier base to agreed targets and novation of all key materials through Singapore

QUALIFICATION

• Prior experience in global Commodities Prime Material with knowledge and experience ideally in a manufacturing environment of Consumer goods or Packaging company
• Sound understanding of Global and Asian market dynamics in relation to packaging commodities and materials such as resins, steel and tinplate, aluminium, and associated secondary materials (inks/coatings etc.).
• In-depth materials and commodity knowledge of packaging materials, including a thorough understanding of key feedstock and commodity price drivers, supply/demand trends, supply options pros and cons (spot vs contract), formula-based pricing, and customer focus (internal/external). Strong negotiation skills – high value / complex negotiations / ability to deal with senior management
• Knowledge of best practices procure to pay processes (P2P) and tools in an SAP environment;
• Tender Experience (RFI, RFQ to Contract)
• Ability to identify and qualify new Asian Suppliers combined with effective supplier relationship management skills
• An understanding of contract law, development, and maintenance; Supply chain management (total cost of purchase)

Alcott Global is partnering with the world's leading packaging Company to identify its new Global Procurement Manager for Chemical and other Materials experience based in Singapore. Chemical Experience is at the Core of the role.

ROLE OVERVIEW

The successful candidate will assist in managing the tender cycle for chemicals and other materials that the client requires for its businesses, track movements in commodities / relevant indices, be able to and decide on the best and most cost-effective purchases (spot vs contract).

The key aptitude is Chemical procurement or operational experience and good analytical skills (RFI, RFQ).

• Commodity Chemicals – Caustic Soda, Hypo, Alum Sulphate, Sodium Sulphate, Boric Acid, Paper Coatings. The role is key in Visy’s Chemical Procurement providing global options for each chemical used to manufacture paper. The role is the Link between the Australian Operations and Divisional Procurement Manager for Paper and directs our China Procurement Office for sourcing options. The role has the scope to develop into taking the negotiating lead.
• Sole Responsibility Blending Raw Materials mainly for the Visy Glass business- Alumina, Carbon, Selenium, Chromite, Iron Sand
• Bleached Pulp – used in the manufacture of white-lined paper
• Watching Brief on the Global Starch Market used in manufacturing

He/she will be able to operate in an entrepreneurial and fast-paced environment. The culture is fun and constantly evolving so the successful candidate must thrive in such an environment. He/she must also have a good eye for detail and be able to follow through on the whole purchasing process and be a clear communicator at all times. Additionally, an ability to negotiate and be “shrewd with numbers” and at the same time get deals done. Apart from being commercially minded, he/she will be a quick learner and problem solver who can hit the ground running.

KEY RESPONSIBILITY

• Identify key Chemical and other materials and strategically source through the Singapore procurement function
• Optimize revenue through the Singapore office for all materials and commodities
• Liaise closely with Australian-based Divisional Procurement Managers to realize cost-saving opportunities for materials and commodities
• Manage channeling of purchasing through correct buying streams
• Ensure supply continuity of key raw materials at all times
• Identify & drive sourcing & saving opportunities across Divisions
• Analyze supplier pricing and cost structures to support negotiation strategy
• Pro-actively contribute operational savings that meet and exceed the overall Group procurement savings target
• Develop strong relationships with operational contacts (manufacturing, engineering, etc.) in conjunction with the Divisional Procurement Managers
• An ability to ‘roll up their sleeves and navigate confidently in ambiguous situations with minimal infrastructure and support.

KPI

• Zero stockouts through a willingness to oversee the back-office expediting
• $ savings delivered to companywide procurement target
• Successful execution and compliance of negotiated materials agreements
• % Spend with preferred/contracted suppliers across business units
• Monitor Chemical and other material trends and implement strategies to always ensure market competitive pricing – communicate trends to a wider group
• Zero stock out supply issues across key materials and commodities due to supplier issues
• Teamwork and leadership across companywide procurement function
• Feedback from operational Divisional Procurement Managers on procurement support and efficiency
• Rationalization of the supplier base to agreed targets and innovation of all key materials through Singapore

      QUALIFICATION 

MD SEA, eCommerce Logistics Services - Singapore

Purpose of the role:

The Managing Director Southeast Asia is responsible for managing the growth throughout the region - to deliver operational, financial, and commercial targets. and will work with APAC board to enter new countries in the region and reach the APAC strategy roadmap.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• To define a go-to market strategy/plan together with the APAC board to enter new identified markets/countries in SEA region.
• Develop and implement strategies/actions that will ensure the sustained profitability and growth of the organization
• To ensure that quality metrics are achieved through sound business processes following regulatory guidelines.
• To develop business prospects by keeping an eye on economic trends and revenue opportunities (projecting acquisition and expansion prospects; analyzing organization operations; identifying opportunities for improvement, cost reduction, and systems enhancement; and accumulating capital to fund expansion).
• To oversee financial performance and risk profile while ensuring that all regulatory obligations are met - oversees brand development and the implementation of effective marketing strategies and manages the design and implementation of new products and services.
• To guarantee the on-time submission of month-end financial and operational reviews, contributes to the development of and participation in corporate-wide strategic planning efforts.
• To develop, expand, and manage high growth sales, account Management and commercial operations teams to effectively meet and exceed budgets
• To drive growth and innovation across the business or operations, setting stretch targets for growth and the deployment of innovative services, processes, and technologies.
• Provide strategic advice. Develop and execute strategies, plans, activities, and actions to successfully achieve company commercial goals within the region
• To build and grow deep relationships with key customers, executives, and partners.
• To ensure the timely delivery of services to customers, satisfying their expectation and maximizing positive contribution to the entity’s gross margin
• Represents the company at important business functions, community events, industry training and events to strengthen the brand and convey the company’s message.

REQUIRED SKILLS AND QUALIFICATION:

• With atleast 15 years of supply chain, and cross-border e-Commerce logistics experience; ideally with 3-5 years of notable track records as MD or C-suite in SEA countries or region experience in the last 2 roles.
• In-depth exposure in supply chain, and/or cross-border e-Commerce logistics, leading multiple functions, and countries.
• Consistent track record of market-making/market-redefining – taking new products into new markets and creating and operationalizing an end-to-end go to market strategy
• Strategic thinker and disciplined planner; able to operationalize strategic plans
• Atleast 10 years of P&L management and ownership, with a strong financial acumen and stakeholder management skills
• Excellent business, budget, and people management skills; passionate about achieving team success.
• Ability to identify and analyze areas of risk (and opportunity) and eventually provide advice and constructive input to the development of best practice in strategic and business planning.