Старший менеджер по закупкам

About the role

ITMS Russia, a leading player in the tobacco and nicotine market, is looking for a Senior Procurement Manager to drive category strategy, cost optimisation and supplier relationships across its iconic brand portfolio.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and implement a category strategy aligned with corporate objectives.
• Lead strategic projects such as new supplier sourcing, alternative material introduction and sustainable supply‑chain development.
• Achieve savings targets, manage the category budget and optimise total cost of ownership through procurement consolidation, payment terms and logistics improvements.
• Conduct full‑cycle supplier selection, negotiate long‑term framework agreements with international vendors and monitor contract performance.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders, provide market price forecasts and support budgeting and target setting.
• Coordinate with the global procurement function to implement regional initiatives and lead project teams.

Required profile

• Higher education in economics, engineering or management.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in procurement or sourcing.
• Willingness to travel frequently for business purposes.
• Advanced English (C1) for daily communication with foreign suppliers.

Required skills

What we offer

• Official permanent employment under Russian labour law.
• Competitive base salary plus annual bonus.
• Hybrid work model (office and remote).
• Annual salary indexation and comprehensive benefits package, including extended health insurance with dental coverage.
• Flexible perks program, corporate transport from key metro stations, partner discounts and regular team events.
• Opportunities for career growth and professional development.