Snr Exec/Assistant Manager Procurement - Urban Solutions-SUI & Satcom (Corp/FT)

ST Engineering; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 431,000 - 801,000; Full time

Job summary

ST Engineering is seeking a Senior Procurement Executive / Assistant Manager to drive end-to-end sourcing of materials and services. The role partners with business units to create value, manage supply risk, and oversee the full PO lifecycle in a fast-paced environment.

The candidate will lead strategic sourcing, negotiate favorable terms, and provide data-driven recommendations. Working location is Singapore with standard hours and cross-functional exposure.

Qualifications

• Degree or Diploma in Engineering, Business, or Supply Chain management.
• Strong commercial mindset with P&L awareness.
• Proficiency in SAP or similar ERP systems.

Responsibilities

• Identify and develop a resilient supplier base and monitor market trends.
• Lead RFI, RFP, and RFQ processes ensuring procurement governance.
• Negotiate terms to optimize total cost of ownership and SLAs.
• Conduct price and cost-structure analyses; build data-driven cases for approvals.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to align procurement with operations.
• Manage vendor performance, risk, and the full PO lifecycle including changes and reconciliation.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Negotiation

Analytical mindset

Stakeholder management

Communication

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, or Supply Chain

Tools

SAP

MS Office

Job description

Role Overview

Reporting directly to the Senior Procurement Manager, the Senior Procurement Executive / Assistant Manager is a high-impact role responsible for the end-to-end acquisition of materials and services for ST Engineering. We are looking for a commercially minded professional who goes beyond tactical buying to drive value, manage supply chain risk, and act as a strategic partner to our business units. Appointment will be based on the individual’s relevant experience for the role.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

• Strategic Sourcing & Market Intelligence: Identify and develop a resilient supply base.
  Monitor market trends and global economic shifts to provide insights that influence project forecasting and budgeting.

• Tender Leadership: Lead complex RFI, RFP, and RFQ processes.
  Ensure all sourcing activities align with corporate Procurement Governance while maintaining speed and agility.

• Commercial Negotiation: Execute negotiation strategies that optimize Total Cost of Ownership (TCO).
  Focus on securing competitive pricing alongside favorable payment terms, risk-sharing frameworks, and service level agreements (SLAs).

• Financial & Data Analysis: Conduct rigorous price and cost-structure analysis. Adjudicate awards by building data-driven business cases for management approval.

• Stakeholder Management: Collaborate with internal departments to align procurement strategies with operational needs.

• Contract & Risk Management: Proactively identify vulnerabilities in the supply chain. Manage vendor performance and lead dispute resolutions to ensure continuity of supply and quality excellence.

• Operational Oversight: Supervise the full PO lifecycle, including change orders and delivery tracking, ensuring seamless closing and financial reconciliation.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Experience: Experience in procurement or supply chain, ideally within an engineering environment.

• Education: Degree or Diploma, preferably in Engineering, Business, or Supply Chain Management.

• Business Acumen: Strong commercial mindset with the ability to understand P&L impact and identify value-creation opportunities beyond simple cost-cutting.

• Technical Skills: Proficiency in SAP (preferred) or similar ERP systems.

• MS Office skills

• Soft Skills:

-Strategic Thinker: Ability to multitask and prioritize based on business urgency
and impact.

-Communication: Confident communicator capable of influencing stakeholders across different levels and cultural backgrounds.

-Integrity: High ethical standards with a meticulous eye for detail and a self-motivated drive for excellence.

Working Location: 6 Ang Mo Kio Electronics Park Rd Singapore 567711

Working hours: Mon – Fri / 8.30am to 6.00pm