Date Posted:

2026-06-05

Country:

Vietnam

Location:

VNM705: 97 Nguyen Van Troi, Ward 11, Phu Nhuan Dist, Ho Chi Minh, 700000, Vietnam

Role Overview

Would you like to join a truly international, talent-driven company that values Safety, Ethics, Quality, Innovation and Employee Opportunity?

Otis Vietnam is recruiting for a Senior Supply Chain Executive to be based in Ho Chi Minh City. The main goal of the role is to manage the full scope of supply chain operations for the elevator business in Vietnam, covering sourcing, procurement, subcontractor management, logistics, import coordination, supplier performance, cost optimization, and project delivery support.

This role plays a critical function in ensuring on-time material availability, subcontractor readiness, compliance with company policies, and operational continuity to support installation, modernization, and maintenance operations across Vietnam.

The position requires strong cross-functional coordination with Operations Field Installation, Sales, Finance, Quality, EHS, and Regional Supply Chain teams.
 

Key Responsibilities

Procurement & Sourcing:

Manage end-to-end procurement activities for elevator equipment, components, spare parts, and indirect materials/services.

Source and onboard qualified suppliers and subcontractors aligned with company standards.

Conduct commercial negotiations on pricing, payment terms, lead time, warranty, and contractual terms.

Drive cost-saving initiatives.

Ensure purchase orders are processed accurately and timely.

Subcontractor Management:

Manage subcontractor sourcing and qualification for installation and field operations.

Monitor subcontractor capacity, manpower readiness, performance.

Coordinate subcontractor contracts, rate reviews, and performance evaluations.

Support risk mitigation plans for subcontractor shortages or underperformance.

Logistics & Import Operations:

Coordinate inbound logistics activities for imported elevator materials and equipment.

Manage customs clearance, shipping documentation, freight coordination, and delivery schedules.

Work closely with freight forwarders, customs brokers, and suppliers to minimize delays.

Monitor import compliance and ensure adherence to Vietnamese regulations.

Supplier Performance & Governance:

Track supplier KPIs including quality, delivery, responsiveness, and compliance.

Lead supplier performance reviews and corrective action follow-up.

Ensure suppliers comply with company policies, EHS standards, and ethical requirements.

Project & Cross-Functional Coordination:

Work closely with Operations and Installation teams to support project execution timelines.

Coordinate with Finance on invoice discrepancies, payment issues.

Support Sales and Tender teams on sourcing strategy, budgetary quotations, and cost validation.

Collaborate with Regional Supply Chain teams on strategic initiatives and reporting.

Compliance & Process Improvement:

Ensure compliance with procurement policies, delegation of authority, and internal controls.

Support implementation of supply chain process improvements and digital initiatives.

Maintain proper documentation and audit readiness.

Identify operational risks and propose mitigation actions proactively.

Qualifications

Education:

Bachelor’s degree in Foreign Trade, Supply Chain, Logistics, Business Administration,  or related field.

Minimum 5–8 years of experience in Supply Chain, Procurement, or Logistics.

Experience in elevator, construction, engineering, industrial equipment, or MNC environment is highly preferred.

Strong experience managing subcontractors and import operations in Vietnam.

Technical Skills:

Strong procurement and negotiation capability.

Knowledge of international shipping and customs processes.

Experience in ERP systems.

Good analytical and reporting skills.

Strong understanding of supplier management and operational risk.

Soft Skills:

Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.

Ability to manage multiple priorities under pressure.

Problem-solving and decision-making capability.

High ownership and accountability.

Strong commercial mindset with operational discipline.

Preferred Candidate Profile

Female candidates are encouraged to apply.

Experience working in multinational companies.

Familiarity with elevator installation and modernization operations.

Ability to work independently and influence cross-functional stakeholders.

Strong English communication capability.

Benefits

You will receive a long-term employment contract with the world market leader in a crisis-proof industry.

We offer you remuneration in accordance with local financial standards / wage agreement.

We will train you intensively in the areas of technology, processes & soft skills and you can exchange ideas with experienced colleagues at any time.

We support work-life integration, allowing space for both work and your personal life so that you can feel fulfilled in both aspects.

Apply today to join us and build what’s next!

If you live in a city, chances are we will give you a lift or play a role in keeping you moving every day. 

Otis is the world’s leading elevator and escalator manufacturing, installation, and service company. We move 2.4 billion people every day and maintain approximately 2.4 million customer units worldwide, the industry's largest Service portfolio.  

You may recognize our products in some of the world’s most famous landmarks including the Eiffel Tower, Empire State Building, Burj Khalifa and the Petronas Twin Towers! We are 72,000 people strong, including engineers, digital technology experts, sales, and functional specialists, as well as factory and field technicians, all committed to meeting the diverse needs of our customers and passengers in more than 200 countries and territories worldwide. We are proud to be a diverse, global team with a proven legacy of innovation that continues to be the bedrock of a fast-moving, high-performance company.  

When you join Otis, you become part of an innovative global industry leader with a resilient business model. You’ll belong to a diverse, trusted, and caring community where your contributions, and the skills and capabilities you’ll gain working alongside the best and brightest, keep us connected and on the cutting edge.  

We provide opportunities, training, and resources, that build leadership and capabilities in Sales, Field, Engineering and Major Projects and our Employee Scholar Program is a notable point of pride, through which Otis sponsors colleagues to pursue degrees or certification programs.   

Today, our focus more than ever is on people. As a global, people-powered company, we put people – passengers, customers, and colleagues – at the center of everything we do.  We are guided by our values that we call our Three Absolutes – prioritizing Safety, Ethics, Quality in all that we do. If you would like to learn more about environmental, social and governance (ESG) at Otis click here.  

Become a part of the Otis team and help us #Buildwhatsnext! 

Otis is An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age, or any other protected class according to applicable law. To request an accommodation in completing an employment application due to a special need or a disability, please contact us at careers@otis.com.

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