Purchasing Manager

The Purchasing Manager owns the sourcing of raw materials and spare parts for bicycle and e-bike production. Reporting to the COO and leading a team of 20, the role negotiates price, lead time and allocation directly with suppliers in China and Taiwan, without a translator, to secure supply on demand. Key duties include supplier management, cost savings, stock planning with PPIC and managing supply risk. Requires 10+ years’ experience from automotive or similar manufacturing.

Purchasing Manager

Salary: Competitive and based on experience

Location: Sidoarjo

Keywords: collaborative, dependable, supportive leadership, inclusive, flexible working opportunities, knowledgeable, training opportunities, generous pensions contributions

A leading bicycle manufacturer in Sidoarjo is seeking a Purchasing Manager to take full ownership of sourcing raw materials and spare parts for its expanding production lines. This role offers the unique opportunity to work at the heart of a vertically integrated business, supplying bicycles and e-bikes to over 50 countries. You will build strong supplier relationships, negotiate favourable terms and ensure smooth supply chain operations. With direct exposure to senior management and the chance to shape sourcing strategies for new product categories, this position offers both professional growth and meaningful impact. The organisation offers performance bonuses and a supportive environment where your expertise will be recognised and rewarded.

• Take full responsibility for purchasing operations, managing a team of 20 professionals and reporting directly to the Chief Operating Officer.
• Build long-term partnerships with global suppliers, especially in China and Taiwan, ensuring priority access to specialised components during periods of tight supply.
• Shape sourcing strategies for innovative products such as electric pedal-assist bikes (e-bikes), contributing to international expansion and technical advancement.

What you’ll do:

As Purchasing Manager you will play a pivotal role in keeping production lines supplied with all necessary materials. Your day-to-day work involves sourcing technical parts from specialised global suppliers, especially in China and Taiwan, and negotiating directly with them without a translator. You will manage the full procurement process, from order placement through delivery follow-up and invoice resolution. You will work closely with production planning, warehouse, finance, logistics and import teams to balance inventory and prevent disruptions. You will drive cost optimisation through volume consolidation and value engineering, and monitor market trends for key materials to plan purchases strategically. You will track supplier performance, lead corrective actions and put contingency plans in place to protect supply. You will lead a team of 20, set clear targets and build processes that support business growth, reporting regularly to senior management on supply status, savings, risks and supplier performance.

• Source raw materials and components for bicycle and e-bike production, including frame materials, drivetrain parts, wheels, tyres, motors, batteries and controllers.
• Negotiate prices, payment terms, lead times and allocation directly with global suppliers, primarily manufacturers in China and Taiwan, without a translator.
• Build lasting partnerships with key suppliers to secure priority capacity during high-demand periods, while identifying alternative sources to reduce dependency.
• Ensure timely availability of raw materials and spare parts in line with production plans and sales forecasts by managing the complete purchase-to-delivery cycle.
• Work closely with production planning, warehouse, finance, logistics and import teams to balance stock levels, prevent line stoppages, control working capital and coordinate shipping schedules.
• Deliver cost savings through negotiation, volume consolidation, value engineering with suppliers and proactive market monitoring to manage price risk.
• Track supplier performance on quality, delivery and pricing, and lead corrective actions when needed.
• Identify supply chain risks early and implement contingency plans to safeguard uninterrupted production.
• Lead, coach and develop a purchasing team of 20 by setting clear targets and KPIs, reviewing performance regularly and building scalable processes.
• Report supply status, savings, risks and supplier performance to the COO, and present purchasing updates to the CFO and Owner.

What you bring:

You bring extensive purchasing experience from complex manufacturing environments such as automotive or similar industries. You have a proven ability to source technical components from international suppliers, particularly in China and Taiwan, and you negotiate with them directly and confidently, without a translator. You have led large teams and coached them to achieve ambitious targets. Fluent Bahasa Indonesia and good English allow you to work effectively across departments. You are willing to be based in Sidoarjo to support operations directly. You build trust quickly with suppliers and colleagues, and your maturity helps you work effectively with senior executives. A hands-on mindset means you thrive in the fast pace of an owner-led business.

• At least ten years’ experience in purchasing or procurement in manufacturing, buying technical parts and components.
• Background in automotive (two- or four-wheeler) or similarly complex manufacturing.
• Able to negotiate directly with suppliers in China and Taiwan without a translator.
• Proven track record sourcing from suppliers in China or Taiwan.
• Experience leading sizeable purchasing teams, with demonstrated coaching ability.
• Fluent Bahasa Indonesia and good English.
• Willing to be based permanently in Sidoarjo (Surabaya area).
• Strong interpersonal skills and composure with senior stakeholders, including owners and directors.
• Hands-on approach suited to a fast-moving, owner-led business.

What sets this company apart:

This organisation is one of Indonesia’s most recognised bicycle brands, with a history going back more than three decades. Its vertically integrated model covers manufacturing and retail, with exports to more than 50 countries, including Europe as a major market. It also sponsors international racing teams. Employees work with direct exposure to top executives, so your contributions are noticed at the highest level. The company continues to expand into advanced categories such as electric pedal-assist bikes (e-bikes), offering real opportunities to grow in technical sourcing. The package is competitive and includes THR and annual performance bonuses.

What’s next:

If you are ready to make a significant impact on a renowned manufacturer’s supply chain and advance your career, this is your moment.

Apply today by clicking on the link provided.

Due to the high volume of applications we are experiencing, our team will only be in touch with you if your application is shortlisted.