Group Head, Supply Chain Management

A leading energy group is seeking a Group Head of Supply Chain Management to lead SCM strategy, governance, and transformation across a multi-site organisation. The role will drive procurement excellence, supplier performance, digitalisation, and operational improvement while supporting capital projects. Ideal candidates will have strong SCM leadership experience and exposure to energy, mining, infrastructure, or heavy industries.

Group Head of Supply Chain Management

Salary: Competitive and based on experience

Location: Jakarta

Open to experienced SCM leaders from 𝗠𝗶𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴, 𝗨𝘁𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗲𝘀, 𝗢𝗶𝗹 & 𝗚𝗮𝘀, 𝗜𝗻𝗳𝗿𝗮𝘀𝘁𝗿𝘂𝗰𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲, 𝗠𝗮𝗻𝘂𝗳𝗮𝗰𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗙𝗠𝗖𝗚 backgrounds.

Keywords: supply chain transformation, procurement governance, category management, digital supply chain, strategic sourcing, capital project procurement, shared services oversight, risk and compliance, supplier performance, logistics leadership

An exceptional opportunity has arisen for an accomplished professional to take on the pivotal role of Group Head of Supply Chain Management within a leading energy group headquartered in Jakarta. This influential position is designed for someone who thrives on shaping strategy, driving operational excellence, and delivering transformative change across complex, multi-site organisations. As the architect of the group’s supply chain centre of excellence, you will be entrusted with setting standards, governing procurement activities, and spearheading digital modernisation initiatives that underpin capital projects and ongoing operations. The organisation offers a collaborative environment where your expertise in category management, supplier performance, and risk mitigation will directly impact business outcomes. With a strong commitment to ethical sourcing, compliance, and continuous improvement, this is a rare chance to lead a high-performing team while enjoying flexible working opportunities and access to extensive training resources.

• Shape the future of supply chain management by leading strategic transformation across all business units, ensuring best-in-class procurement governance and operational execution.
• Collaborate closely with executive leadership to influence major capital projects, drive cost competitiveness through innovative sourcing frameworks, and embed digital tools for real-time analytics.
• Benefit from a supportive culture that values knowledge sharing, professional development, and flexible working arrangements designed to help you thrive both personally and professionally.

What you'll do:

As Group Head of Supply Chain Management based in Jakarta, you will play a central role in orchestrating both strategic direction and operational execution for the entire organisation’s supply chain activities. Your day-to-day responsibilities will see you collaborating with senior executives to set ambitious transformation roadmaps while ensuring that every aspect of procurement—from policy design to contract negotiation—is governed by best practice standards. You will provide oversight for shared services teams responsible for logistics and inventory management while championing digital innovation through advanced analytics platforms. Success in this role requires not only technical mastery but also an ability to inspire large teams towards shared goals. By fostering a culture rooted in discipline, transparency, and continuous learning—and by leveraging your deep understanding of risk management—you will ensure that the group’s supply chain remains resilient, efficient, and fully compliant with evolving industry standards.

• Define and implement a comprehensive group-wide supply chain management strategy aligned with organisational goals, project timelines, and capital investment plans.
• Establish the supply chain function as a centre of excellence by developing robust governance frameworks, policies, approval processes, and category strategies applicable across all entities.
• Lead all capital project procurement activities including high-value engineering contracts, drilling equipment acquisition, long-lead items, and major service agreements to ensure timely project delivery.
• Drive supplier prequalification processes, oversee bidding governance, and manage contract lifecycles to maintain integrity and compliance throughout all procurement activities.
• Serve as the principal advisor to executive leadership on supply chain risk exposure, cost optimisation opportunities, and readiness for large-scale capital projects.
• Maintain rigorous compliance with regulatory standards by strengthening governance frameworks covering policies, procedures, approval authorities, and control expectations.
• Oversee operational supply chain activities executed by shared services teams—including materials management, warehouse operations, logistics coordination, inventory control, and facility management—ensuring alignment with group policies.
• Champion digital transformation initiatives by embedding automation tools, AI-driven analytics platforms, ERP integrations, and process standardisation efforts across the entire supply chain function.
• Develop capability frameworks for talent management within the supply chain organisation; define job families, succession plans, role clarity measures, and foster a culture anchored in collaboration and accountability.
• Lead change-management programmes to embed new systems and behaviours across the group while promoting continuous improvement in all aspects of supply chain operations.

What you bring:

To excel as Group Head of Supply Chain Management you will bring an impressive blend of technical acumen and people-centred leadership honed over many years at the helm of complex procurement environments. Your background should reflect substantial experience managing large teams through periods of significant change—particularly those involving digital transformation or operating model redesign. A deep familiarity with regulatory compliance frameworks is vital alongside your ability to build consensus among diverse stakeholders ranging from divisional CFOs to project managers. Your fluency in both English and Bahasa Indonesia ensures clear communication at every level while your professional certifications underscore your commitment to ongoing development. Above all else your approachability empathy for team members dedication to ethical practices—and passion for nurturing talent—will set you apart as an inspiring leader capable of driving sustainable value throughout the organisation’s supply chain ecosystem.

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Procurement or related field; Master’s qualification is highly desirable for this senior leadership position.
• A minimum of 15 years’ progressive experience in supply chain or procurement leadership roles within large-scale organisations managing diverse portfolios.
• Demonstrated success leading sizeable teams (50+ staff) across multiple categories including capital project procurement and supplier performance management.
• Proven track record in designing operating models for transformation initiatives involving digitalisation of supply chain functions such as automation or predictive analytics.
• Professional certifications such as CSCP (Certified Supply Chain Professional), CPSM (Certified Professional in Supply Management), or MCIPS (Member Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply) are preferred credentials.
• Fluency in both English and Bahasa Indonesia is essential for effective communication across local and international stakeholders.
• Comprehensive knowledge of category management principles combined with hands-on experience overseeing end-to-end procurement cycles from vendor selection through contract closure.
• Expertise in establishing governance structures that ensure compliance with regulatory requirements (including OJK/IDX standards), internal audits protocols, ethical sourcing policies and risk mitigation strategies.
• Advanced skills in integrating ERP/SAP systems with e-Procurement tools as well as deploying dashboards for spend analysis or vendor performance monitoring.
• Exceptional interpersonal abilities enabling you to collaborate seamlessly with cross-functional teams including finance leaders, engineers, legal advisors and audit committees.

What sets this company apart:

This organisation stands out as one of Indonesia’s most respected energy groups renowned for its unwavering commitment to operational excellence sustainability ethics and employee wellbeing. With a forward-thinking approach that places equal emphasis on technological advancement environmental stewardship and community engagement it provides an inclusive workplace where every voice is valued. Employees benefit from flexible working opportunities generous support for professional growth—including access to world-class training programmes—and a collaborative culture that encourages knowledge sharing at every level. The company’s focus on continuous improvement means you’ll have ample scope to innovate contribute ideas freely—and make a tangible difference not just within your team but across the wider business landscape. If you’re seeking an employer that prioritises both personal fulfilment and collective achievement this is an outstanding place to advance your career while making meaningful contributions to society at large.

What's next:

If you are ready to shape the future of supply chain management at group level while advancing your own career ambitions we encourage you to take the next step today.

Apply today by clicking on the link provided—your journey towards making a lasting impact starts here.

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