Procurement Manager

Procurement Manager

Our client is looking for an experienced procurement professional to drive sourcing, vendor management, and procurement operations.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a trusted advisor to business units by understanding operational needs and recommending suitable procurement solutions.
• Manage sourcing and purchasing activities for strategic and high-value contracts while ensuring alignment with company objectives.
• Contribute to the development and enhancement of procurement frameworks, policies, and operational guidelines.
• Maintain adherence to corporate governance standards, procurement controls, and applicable regulatory requirements.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with vendors to ensure service quality, cost competitiveness, and reliable delivery performance.
• Drive commercial discussions and contract negotiations with suppliers to secure favourable business terms.
• Work closely with cross-functional stakeholders to establish sourcing requirements, specifications, and project expectations.
• Support procurement planning and strategic initiatives to improve operational effectiveness and support organisational goals.
• Analyse procurement trends, vendor performance, and spending patterns to generate insights and identify potential cost efficiencies.
• Identify procurement-related risks and recommend mitigation strategies to strengthen operational resilience.
• Support internal and external audit activities by ensuring timely documentation and compliance responses.
• Promote procurement best practices and compliance awareness through stakeholder engagement and continuous process improvements.
• Participate in digital transformation initiatives, including the rollout and enhancement of e-procurement systems.
• Provide support, knowledge sharing, and guidance to junior team members as needed.

Requirements

• At least 6 to 9 years of relevant experience in procurement, strategic sourcing, or supply chain operations.
• Exposure to SAP S/4
  
  HANA, particularlywithin procurement or materials management functions, would be advantageous.
• Understanding of public sector or regulated procurement environments will be beneficial.
• Familiarity with procurement automation tools and electronic sourcing platforms is preferred.
• Proactive and adaptable team player with strong communication and listening skills to effectively understand business requirements.
• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving abilities, with the capability to translate complex challenges into practical solutions.
• Possess strong numerical and analytical skills, coupled with good commercial and financial awareness.
• Effective stakeholder management skills with the ability to build collaborative relationships across different business functions.
• Capable of handling multiple responsibilities in a fast-moving environment while meeting deadlines with accuracy and attention to detail.
• Comfortable facilitating discussions, conducting presentations, and supporting stakeholder training initiatives.
• Demonstrates professionalism, integrity, and a strong sense of accountability in all aspects of work.
• Well-versed in Microsoft Office applications, especially Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.

Office

Location:

West, Singapore

Interested candidates kindly forward your CV to gwengh.hus (Gwen Hu, Reg No: R). You may email this great opportunity to someone who would be a great fit for this role.

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