Assistant Manager / Manager, Procurement (Contract)

Hong Kong Trade Development Council; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) in Hong Kong seeks a dynamic Assistant Manager / Manager to support procurement operations within the Procurement Section of the Finance & Accounts Department. You will help implement policies, manage tendering, quotes, contracts and compliance, and enhance procurement systems for data integrity and efficiency.

You will analyze markets, maintain supplier records, monitor performance and support the Tender Board while aligning with governance standards

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in a related field is required.
• Hands-on knowledge of procurement and tendering practices.
• Experience in contract administration and governance compliance.

Responsibilities

• Support day-to-day operations of the Procurement Section within a lean team.
• Assist in implementing and improving procurement policies and workflows.
• Manage full procurement cycle: tenders, quotations, contracts and compliance checks.
• Maintain and enhance the procurement system for efficiency and data integrity.
• Conduct market research and identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Ensure activities comply with internal policies and regulatory standards.
• Maintain supplier records, monitor performance and support Tender Board secretariat.
• Handle ad hoc duties and special projects as required.

Skills

Procurement knowledge

Analytical skills

Organisational skills

Problem-solving

Stakeholder management

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Procurement, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration or a related discipline

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Established in 1966, the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) is a statutory body that promotes, assists and develops Hong Kong’s trade, with the support of our 51 offices worldwide.

We help businesses large and small connect with growth and collaboration opportunities globally, while highlighting Hong Kong’s unique strengths and advantages and reinforcing its dual role as SUPER-CONNECTOR and super value-adder, linking China and the world.

We do so via our international trade fairs, industry conferences and industry missions, offering innovative offline-online event experiences. From embarking on missions to staging Hong Kong pavilions at leading mainland and overseas fairs as well as roadshows, our outreach also fosters opportunities and strengthens ties with the Chinese Mainland and our many international trading partners.

In a world marked by constant change, our programmes provide comprehensive tailor-made support to help businesses, in particular SMEs and start-ups, be future-ready and thrive. Complementing this, our research reports and digital news channels offer the latest

market information to enable businesses to make informed business decisions and accelerate their expansion plans.

As we celebrate our 60th anniversary in 2026 and begin a new three-year business cycle, our mission remains as strong as ever to help Hong Kong thrive in trade and businesses succeed in the ever-changing landscape.

We are seeking a dynamic, high-caliber, and experienced professional to join our Finance & Accounts Department.

Reporting to the Team Head of Finance & Accounts – Procurement, the Assistant Manager / Manager plays a key role in supporting effective procurement operations, ensuring regulatory compliance, and driving continuous improvement across the organisation.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the day‑to‑day operations of the Procurement Section, working collaboratively within a lean and professional team
• Assist in the implementation, review and continuous enhancement of procurement policies, procedures and workflows
• Manage the full procurement cycle, including tendering exercises, quotation processes, contract documentation and compliance checks
• Maintain, administer and enhance the procurement system to improve operational efficiency, data integrity and user experience
• Conduct market research and analyse procurement data to identify cost‑saving opportunities and process improvements
• Ensure all procurement activities comply with internal policies, governance requirements and relevant statutory and regulatory standards
• Maintain accurate supplier records, monitor supplier performance and provide secretarial support to the Tender Board
• Undertake ad hoc duties and special projects as assigned to support departmental and organisational objectives

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Procurement, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration or a related discipline
• 4–6 years of relevant procurement experience in a medium to large organisation; experience in the public sector, statutory body or NGO is an advantage
• Sound knowledge of procurement and tendering practices, with hands‑on experience in contract administration
• Strong analytical, organisational and problem‑solving skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and drive process improvements
• A collaborative team player with effective communication and stakeholder management skills
• Proactive and open‑minded towards system enhancement, digitalisation and automation initiatives
• Good command of written and spoken English and Chinese, and proficiency in MS Office applications

Remuneration and Benefits:

The successful candidate will be appointed on a fixed-term contract basis, renewable subject to operational needs. Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.

All information provided by applicants will be treated in strict confidence and used only for recruitment purposes. Applicants may be considered for other suitable positions within the Council. Their personal data will be destroyed six months after the selection is finalised.