Procurement Manager

  • Own the full end-to-end Global Indirect Procurement lifecycle across a diverse range of categories — including General Construction, HR Services, Administration, Computer Hardware, and Office Software — encompassing RFQ issuance, vendor evaluation and onboarding, contract negotiation, and purchase order management.
  • Design and execute global sourcing strategies for Indirect Procurement, ensuring full alignment with the Company's strategic objectives, operational priorities, and financial targets.
  • Build and oversee robust supplier performance management frameworks, monitoring KPIs, delivery timelines, and quality benchmarks to drive consistent service excellence and contractual compliance.
  • Proactively identify, assess, and onboard new suppliers across international markets; develop and maintain a comprehensive supplier database capturing performance data, pricing history, and contractual terms.
  • Facilitate regular strategic business reviews with key suppliers to evaluate performance, resolve issues, unlock continuous improvement opportunities, and foster long-term, value-driven partnerships.
  • Lead commercial negotiations on pricing, payment terms, delivery schedules, and Service Level Agreements (SLAs); manage the full contract lifecycle including drafting, renewals, and amendments.
  • Drive cross-functional collaboration with internal business units on resource planning and delivery commitments; work closely with Finance on budget forecasting, cost optimisation initiatives, and invoice reconciliation.
  • Develop and present comprehensive procurement reports and market intelligence insights to senior leadership, enabling informed, data-driven decision-making and forward-looking strategic planning.

    Requirements:
  • Experience: Minimum 5–8 years of progressive procurement experience, with a proven track record in Indirect Procurement within a fast-growing technology company or high-scaling startup environment.
  • Domain Knowledge: Strong working knowledge of the Singapore vendor landscape, with particular familiarity across key categories including IT distributors, facilities management contractors, and insurance brokers.
  • Versatility: Demonstrated ability to navigate across diverse procurement categories — seamlessly bridging technical engineering requirements and corporate services such as HR benefits and administrative procurement.
  • Negotiation Skills: A skilled and persuasive negotiator with the ability to structure commercially favourable terms while cultivating long-term, trust-based supplier partnerships and maintaining a lean cost structure.
  • Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English; proficiency in Mandarin is preferred to facilitate effective coordination with regional and international partners.
  • Education: Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, or a related discipline. Professional certification such as CIPS or equivalent is an advantage.

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