The posting
Zotefoams plc is a global leader in advanced cellular materials, trusted by some of the world’s most recognised brands to deliver high‑performance solutions.
We design and manufacture lightweight, high‑quality foam products that support innovation across sectors including sports and leisure, aviation, automotive, medical and industrial applications. Alongside our core materials business, we develop and commercialise patented technologies and deliver specialist insulation systems for complex, high‑value environments.
This is an exciting time to join Zotefoams. We are growing internationally, investing in our people, technology and capabilities, and seeing increasing demand for our products across global markets. Our work sits at the heart of innovation, helping customers push boundaries in performance, sustainability and design.
We offer the chance to be part of a collaborative, forward‑thinking organisation where your ideas are valued, your development is supported, and your contribution has real impact on a global scale.
About the Role:
As an Indirect Commodity Buyer at Zotefoams Vietnam, you will play a critical role in ensuring the efficient, compliant, and cost-effective procurement of indirect goods and services that support manufacturing operations. Reporting to the Procurement Manager, you will work closely with Engineering, Production, Maintenance, Facilities, Quality, Finance, EHS, and Supply Chain teams to deliver procurement excellence across the business.
This position is responsible for managing end-to-end purchasing activities, supporting Procure-to-Pay (P2P) processes, maintaining supplier relationships, driving process improvements, and ensuring compliance with procurement policies and governance requirements. The role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to operational performance, cost savings, supplier management, and continuous improvement initiatives within a global manufacturing environment
Role Responsibilities:
- Manage end-to-end purchasing activities including supplier sourcing, RFQs, supplier evaluation, purchase requisitions, purchase orders, order expediting, and delivery follow-up.
- Ensure purchasing transactions are processed accurately and efficiently through ERP systems.
- Support and maintain Procure-to-Pay (P2P) processes, ensuring compliance with company policies and approvals.
- Monitor and resolve purchase order, pricing, invoice, quantity, and delivery discrepancies.
- Build effective relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders to ensure continuity of supply.
- Support supplier onboarding, vendor master data management, and supplier performance monitoring.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand business requirements and provide procurement guidance.
- Drive procurement process improvements, standardization, and operational excellence initiatives.
- Maintain accurate procurement documentation and records to support audits and compliance requirements.
- Assist with quotation analysis, supplier consolidation, commercial evaluations, and cost-saving projects.
- Support contract reviews and negotiations in collaboration with Procurement and business stakeholders.
- Prepare procurement reports, KPI tracking, spend analysis, and purchasing insights using Excel, Power BI, and procurement systems.
- Ensure all procurement activities comply with company policies, legal requirements, and corporate governance standards
What you'll need:
- Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Procurement, Finance, Engineering, or a related discipline.
- Minimum 3 years of experience in Purchasing, Procurement, Supply Chain, or Procure-to-Pay operations within a manufacturing environment.
- Strong knowledge of purchasing processes including requisitions, purchase orders, supplier onboarding, invoice issue resolution, and vendor management.
- Experience with ERP platforms such as Microsoft Dynamics 365, SAP, or equivalent systems.
- Advanced Microsoft Excel skills with strong analytical capabilities.
- Excellent written and verbal English communication skills.
- Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and accuracy.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and consistently meet deadlines.
- Strong problem-solving and stakeholder management skills.
- Ability to work independently while effectively collaborating with cross-functional teams.
What were looking for?
We're looking for a proactive, detail-oriented procurement professional who thrives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. The ideal candidate demonstrates strong commercial awareness, excellent stakeholder management skills, and a passion for continuous improvement. You are someone who can balance day-to-day operational purchasing activities while identifying opportunities to enhance processes, reduce costs, and improve supplier performance.
You embody our core values of Reliable, Trustworthy, Responsive, and Pioneering, and bring a collaborative, accountable, and solution-oriented mindset to every interaction. Experience in indirect procurement categories, spend analysis, Power BI reporting, Vietnamese import/export processes, and working within international organizations will be highly advantageous.
Success in this role means being a trusted procurement partner who consistently delivers operational excellence, maintains compliance, strengthens supplier relationships, and supports business growth through effective procurement practices
Why Join Us?
Zotefoams is growing fast, investing globally and winning in new markets. This is a chance to be part of a business where things are moving, decisions are made quickly, and your work has real impact.
You won’t be a small cog here. You’ll have the space to take ownership, contribute ideas and see them through. We back our people to develop, step up and build long term careers, supported by a team that works together and delivers.
Our Values Courage – We challenge, act and push for better. Impact – We focus on what matters and deliver results. Respect – We value different perspectives and work as one team.
Zotefoams is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.
