Director of Procurement

Procurement, construction, procurement compliance

Your new company

Our client is a well-developed company in Hong Kong dedicated to advancing industrial development and innovation. The organisation plays a key role in supporting sustainable growth across the construction and infrastructure sectors. This is a senior leadership role responsible for overseeing all procurement activities within the organisation. The Procurement Director will ensure strategic alignment with financial goals, regulatory compliance, and operational excellence, while leading a team and engaging with internal and external stakeholders to deliver value and transparency.


Your new role

  • Develop and execute procurement strategies aligned with financial, operational, and organisational goals.
  • Oversee end-to-end procurement processes including sourcing, tendering, contract negotiation, and supplier performance management.
  • Ensure full compliance with Hong Kong public sector procurement regulations, financial circulars, and internal governance policies.
  • Collaborate with Finance, Legal, Operations, and other departments to ensure procurement supports cross-functional objectives.
  • Lead procurement planning and budgeting, including forecasting and cost control initiatives.
  • Manage procurement risks, including supplier due diligence, contract liabilities, and audit readiness.
  • Drive digital transformation in procurement, including implementation of e-tendering platforms and ERP systems.
  • Establish and monitor KPIs to evaluate procurement performance and identify areas for improvement.
  • Develop and maintain strategic supplier relationships to ensure quality, reliability, and value for money.
  • Promote sustainable and ethical procurement practices in line with organisational values and public accountability.
  • Lead and mentor a team of procurement professionals, fostering a culture of excellence, transparency, and continuous improvement.
  • Represent the organisation in industry forums, public sector procurement networks, and stakeholder engagements.


What you'll need to succeed

  • A Bachelor’s degree in Procurement, Business Administration, or a related field; a higher degree is preferred.
  • Develop and implement procurement strategies for category management, including e-procurement, understanding of compliance, public procurement regulations, and institutional governance.
  • Lead and mentor a team of procurement professionals, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
  • Demonstrated success in strategic sourcing, contract management, and supplier negotiations.
  • Experience with ERP systems and digital procurement platforms.
  • Ensure compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements.
  • Familiarity with a public sector or quasi-governmental organisation is advantageous.

What you'll get in return

You’ll join a mission-driven organisation with a stable structure and strong public impact. The role offers competitive compensation, a collaborative working environment, and the opportunity to shape procurement practices that influence industry-wide development.

What you need to do now

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV by emailing kelly.kong@hays.com.hk or call us now, tel: +852 2230 7484; +852 96890484. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

Summary

Job Type
Permanent
Industry
Construction
Location
HongKong
Specialism
Supply Chain
Ref:
1281227

Talk to a consultant

Talk to Kelly Kong, the specialist consultant managing this position, located in Hong Kong
6604-06,66/F, ICC, 1 Austin Road West, West Kowloon

Telephone: +85296890484

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