Job Description

Contract Duration: Permanent

Work Location: Hung Hom

The Commercial & Supply Chain Management (CSCM) function under CLP Power Hong Kong Limited oversees the operating company’s circa HKD 20 billion annual expenditure with 1,200 suppliers across 50 categories of spend.

CSCM is responsible for end-to-end procurement and supply chain management across key spend categories and business stakeholders. We are looking for a high caliber and experienced procurement professional to join our team.

I: Job Overview

This role directly reports to the Principal Manager CSCM – Transmission and Distribution of Business Partnering team under the Direct Procurement within CSCM, focusing on category strategy development and execution, supplier exploration and relationship development, and supporting key project procurement activities to achieve organizational goals. In addition, this position also responsible for supplier catalogue establishment, data analytics, dashboard maintenance, digital tool supercare, fostering collaboration, and supporting the delivery of impactful outcomes.

Transmission & Distribution category covers a range of critical categories including substation plant equipment, power cables & overhead lines, electric meters and related engineering services such as installation, refurbishment etc.

II: Key Responsibilities

This Senior Specialist role is critical in supporting Business Partner team by driving value creation through strategic engagement across Power System Business Group and Generation Business Group. Key responsibilities include supporting China sourcing, capex efficiency, developing and executing best-fit category strategies for high-value projects, identifying and developing new suppliers, managing supplier relationships at various level etc. This position will also support the Principal Manager in driving the execution of procurement strategies, ensure alignment with business needs, and foster supplier relationships to deliver optimal outcomes.

As Procurement Specialist:

1. Category Strategy Management and Execution – Assist in implementing category strategies by gathering data, addressing operational requirements, and collaborating with stakeholders to achieve procurement goals.
2. Business Partnering – Work closely with internal teams to understand requirements and provide input to the development of procurement strategies that support category-specific and organizational objectives.
3. Procurement Process Support – Assist in supplier evaluations, tender execution, and the preparation of Supplier Negotiation Plans to secure favorable outcomes.
4. Strategic Sourcing (including China sourcing) – Support in planning and execution of China sourcing strategies and market engagement, including new supplier exploration, factory visit, identify business opportunities, make data driven decision, and its long-term strategies.
5. Demand Management – Support the C&SCM team’s upstream engagement with business stakeholders to identify, establish and deliver a pipeline of procurement demand, plan and mobilize category teams in early stages of procurement opportunity lifecycle.
6. Market Intelligence – Gather and report market intelligence to inform strategic decisions and maintain an organized supplier database for accessibility.
7. Data Analysis – Maintain project pipeline and dashboard to support project implementation and reporting. Support supplier KPIs tracking and contribute to SRM initiatives.
8. Risk Management – Support the team to identify, assess, and mitigate supply chain risks while embedding sustainability and responsible procurement across the supplier lifecycle, in alignment with Group standards and guidance.
9. Steering Committee Support – Prepare presentation materials, coordinate stakeholder inputs, and provide clear analysis and recommendations to support Business Group steering committee discussions and decision-making.

III: Competencies & Skills

• Strategic Thinking – Assist in implementing strategies by conducting analysis, gathering insights, and ensuring tasks align with organizational goals
• Negotiation and Analytic Thinking – Analyze market trends and operational data to support strategy development and alignment with business goals.
• Problem-Solving – Support to deliver data-driven solutions using analytical tools and critical thinking.
• Stakeholder Engagement – Communicate complex information clearly to diverse stakeholders, ensuring alignment and decision-making.
• Collaboration & Influence – Partner effectively with cross-functional teams to drive initiatives and resolve operational challenges.
• Technical Proficiency – Utilize AI tools, Power BI, and reporting tools to analyze data and optimize data analytics and workflows.
• Interpersonal Agility – Build trust and foster relationships through adaptive communication and a solutions-oriented approach.
• Presentation Skills – Good presentation skills, with the ability to communicate complex commercial and CAPEX matters clearly and confidently to senior management.
• Open – mindset and willing to take up new challenges

IV: Education & Qualifications:

• Degree: University degree in Business, Procurement & Supply Chain Management (PSCM), Commerce, Engineering, or a related field. A degree in Quantity Surveying (QS) would be an advantage.
• Experience: Minimum 3 years of experience in procurement, supply chain and/or commercial roles with relevant category expertise, including experience in strategic sourcing, contract management etc.
• CAPEX Project Procurement Experience: Demonstrated experience in managing CAPEX project for infrastructure, engineering, utility, industrial, or related projects. This includes Capex project procurement, contract claims negotiation, supplier management, explore value engineering opportunities and regular report to senior management etc.
• Professional Certification: Membership/qualification from a recognized procurement body (e.g., CIPS, ISM) is a plus.
• Language: Strong verbal and written communication skills in both English and Cantonese are required. Proficiency in Mandarin is a strong advantage.
• Business travel is required on need basis.

ABOUT CLP

CLP was founded in Hong Kong in 1901, at a time when electricity was still a novelty worldwide. Today we power millions of homes and businesses across the Asia-Pacific region with over 8,000 employees. In Hong Kong, we operate a vertically integrated electricity business providing a highly reliable supply of electricity to over 80% of the city’s population. Outside Hong Kong, we invest in the energy sector on the Chinese Mainland, in Australia, India, Taiwan Region and Thailand. Our business spans the electricity value chain ranging from power generation, transmission and distribution to retail and smart energy services. We have a diversified portfolio of generating assets that uses a wide range of fuels sources including nuclear, renewables, gas and coal.  To meet the evolving needs of energy users in a world being reshaped by decarbonisation and digitalisation, we strive to embrace new opportunities and expand our horizons as we fulfil our purpose to Power Brighter Tomorrows.