About Ingredion: Join Ingredion, where innovation impacts lives worldwide! Without even realizing it, you have experienced our work in your favorite chocolate, your pet's food, the paper you write on, and your everyday snacks. As a global powerhouse across more than 60 industries, we harness the potential of natural ingredients to transform lives. Whether you are starting your career or bringing years of experience, there is a place for you here to make a real difference. Be part of a team that values a wide range of perspectives and is committed to shaping a better world with every product we create. Location: Bangna Office, Thailand Workplace type: Hybrid Reports to: Senior Supervisor, Direct Procurement Operations Thailand Make a difference by ensuring the reliable and compliant supply of imported raw materials, chemicals, and ingredients that support uninterrupted manufacturing operations across Thailand. As an Import Procurement Specialist, you will manage procurement and import activities for raw materials, chemicals, third-party ingredients, shipping, FDA requirements, and permits for allocated plants. You will partner with Supply Chain, Operations, Commercial, suppliers, and government authorities to maintain supply continuity, manage risk, and ensure compliance with Ingredion's policies and procedures. What you will do: Manage supply continuity - Procure imported raw materials, chemicals, and ingredients, using demand planning to allocate purchase volumes effectively across the supplier base. Partner on demand planning - Work with the Supply Chain team to analyze forecasts and production schedules, share demand visibility with preferred suppliers, and implement supply-risk mitigation actions. Manage import operations - Coordinate end-to-end import shipments and ensure all required documents are accurate and completed on time to support production without interruption. Support plant requirements - Participate in plant projects and meetings to identify needs and clearly communicate procurement-related risks and opportunities. Ensure compliance - Follow company procurement policies and procedures while coordinating FDA requirements, procurement permits, and other company permits with internal teams and government authorities. Manage suppliers and costs - Maintain supplier relationship management programs, monitor service levels, and support cost savings and cost avoidance through long-term agreements. Support BOI activities - Coordinate BOI privilege applications, related tax refund requests, and other applicable benefits and incentives. What you will bring: Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, Business Administration, Engineering, Economics, or a related field. Minimum 2 - 4 years of experience in purchasing, shipping, or import operations. Ability to organize, schedule, and successfully manage multiple priorities. Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications. Good command of written and spoken English Who you are: A fast learner with a positive, proactive, and service-oriented attitude. Organized and detail-focused, with the ability to manage documentation and deadlines accurately. A collaborative communicator who works effectively with cross-functional teams, suppliers, and government authorities. Commercially aware and committed to supply continuity, compliance, and cost efficiency. Knowledgeable in SAP Materials Management, MRP/demand planning, permit applications, FDA requirements, or BOI processes; these capabilities are advantageous. Why Join Ingredion? Discover why Ingredion is the ideal place to advance your career with rewards and benefits designed to help you thrive. Create the future with us and enjoy: Total Rewards Package - Competitive salary and performance-based pay recognizing your contributions to our success. Comprehensive Benefits & Wellness Support - Health, long-term savings, and resources for your physical, mental, and emotional well-being. Flexible Work Arrangements - A hybrid work arrangement that supports you professionally and personally. Career Growth - Learning, training, and development opportunities. Employee Recognition Program - A culture of real-time appreciation, with personalized recognition rewards globally. Employee Referral Program - Refer top talent and earn a bonus if they are hired. Thailand Benefit - Exclusive housing loan rates with the Government Housing Bank. About Ingredion (Thailand) Company Limited and its affiliates acknowledge the importance of compliance with the Personal Data Protection Act B.E. 2562 (PDPA). For details on how Ingredion collects, uses, and discloses personal data, please refer to the privacy notices below: Privacy Notice - English Privacy Notice - Thai Relocation available: No Ingredion uses AI-enabled tools to support parts of the recruitment process, including resume screening and interview scheduling. These tools help match candidate skills to job requirements and streamline communication. All AI-assisted decisions are reviewed by our Talent Acquisition team to ensure fairness and compliance with applicable laws. By applying, you acknowledge that AI may be used to support your application journey. Relocation Available: No