Project Purchasing Specialist

SUMMARY OF THE ROLE

Jotun is expanding rapidly in Indonesia and seeking a dynamic professional to strengthen Project team as the Project Purchasing Specialist. The job holder will play a critical role in supporting the technical investment project for the paint factory by managing and executing project specific procurement activities. This includes sourcing and expediting process equipment, project materials, installation services, and indirect materials, ensuring alignment with Group Purchasing (GP) policies, project timelines, and budget requirements.

The role involves close collaboration with the Project Manager, Consultant, Contractors, Engineering, HSE, and local operations teams, as well as global category managers, to ensure timely and cost-effective procurement that supports the successful execution of the paint factory's upgrade and conversion project.

This is a contract position for 12 months with potential for extension subject to project needs and performance, and reports directly to the Project Director.

Responsibilities

• Source, issue, and expedite purchase orders for project-related equipment, raw materials, direct packaging, and indirect materials in line with approved vendor lists and GP guidelines.
• Ensure procurement activities align with project schedules, installation timelines, and commissioning milestones.
• Collaborate closely with Project Engineering, Planning, Construction teams, and all partners to translate technical specifications into purchasing requirements and ensure on-time delivery of project materials and equipment.
• Maintain and report on agreed Project Procurement KPIs and prepare regular procurement status updates for project review meetings and management reporting.
• Assist in supplier invoice validation and payment processes, and support cost control efforts by tracking purchase commitments against project budgets and flagging potential overruns.
• Ensure the best possible agreements for designated IM categories by following the Tactical Purchasing Process and utilizing relevant contract formats. Also maintaining accurate records of disputes, resolutions, and corrective actions for reporting and audit purposes.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR AND WHAT WE OFFER

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in law is preferable, with good understanding in Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in purchasing or procurement, ideally within project-based or industrial settings (manufacturing, chemical, or paint industry preferred).
• Good understanding of agreement and legal aspect of the contract.
• Prior experience working with FIDIC based contracts (preferred Red Book and White Book) will be an advantage.
• Strong understanding of procurement processes, vendor management, and project supply chain dynamics.
• Excellent English communication skills (written & verbal); proficiency in Bahasa Indonesia is a plus.
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to work under tight deadlines with multiple priorities.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to coordinate across engineering, construction, and procurement teams.

What we offer

• An opportunity to contribute to a major technical investment project in a leading paint manufacturing company.
• Hands on experience in project procurement and supply chain management within a complex, fast paced environment.
• Exposure to international procurement practices, vendor networks, and engineering teams.
• Career development opportunities across multiple disciplines and geographies.
• Leaders who focus on engaging and enabling their team, proven by consistently high employee feedback scores.
• A supportive and collaborative work culture built on Care, Respect, Loyalty, and Boldness.
• A focus on having fun together through team buildings and social activities.

POSITION INFORMATION

Company:

PT. Jotun Indonesia

Contract Type:

Fixed Term (Fixed Term)

Time Type:

Full time

CLOSING DATE ):

WHO WE ARE

Seeing a prominent market in South East Asia (SEAP), Jotun opened its first factory in Thailand in 1968. Rapid economic development in the region led to new companies and factories in countries such as Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia, Vietnam, Philippines, Myanmar, Cambodia and Australia. Jotun SEAP has been awarded a Korn Ferry Engaged Performance Award for year 2019, in recognition of achieving a best-in-class level of "Enablement". We are proud to have an incredibly diversified region with more than 2,000 employees that come from different nationality and background, working together in delivering profitable growth. Throughout our history, we have focused in providing our employees with meaningful and challenging work, rewarding them through continued learning and development, underpinned by our values of Loyalty, Care, Respect and Boldness.

Jotun Indonesia, established in 1996, is a leading player in the Paints and Coatings industry in the country. The company operates in 4 segments – Decorative Paints; and Performance Coatings comprising of Marine, Protective and Powder Coatings and is the market leader in all 3 segments of Performance Coatings. Jotun Indonesia operates two production facilities – one for wet paints in Cibitung and the other for powder coatings in Legok. High service standards to customers including dealers are maintained through a Distribution Hub in Jakarta, supported by a network of warehouses around the country. We pride ourselves, not only for providing a safe and positive work environment to all our staff, but also for utilising the best technologies to ensure high and consistent quality of products to our customers. Jotun Indonesia is well placed to continue its healthy and balanced growth in the country in the years to come.

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