Procurement Manager (1 Year Contract), Based in Jakarta Selatan

Sembcorp Industries Ltd; Indonesia; On-site; IDR 350,000,000 - 600,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Sembcorp is seeking a seasoned procurement professional to lead sourcing, contract management, and project procurement across EPC initiatives in Indonesia. You will develop sourcing strategies, manage end-to-end Source-to-Contract activities, and drive cost optimization while ensuring compliance with governance standards and HSSE requirements.

You will collaborate with Project Development, Engineering, Construction, Asset Management, and Finance teams to support business and project objectives,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, or related discipline.
• Minimum 8–10 years of procurement, sourcing, and contract management experience, including leadership responsibilities.
• Proven experience in strategic sourcing, tender management, and contract negotiations, including EPC contracts, supply agreements, and long-term service agreements.
• Strong contract management and supplier performance management experience.
• Relevant experience in the renewable energy, power, utilities, infrastructure, or EPC sectors preferred.
• Experience in project procurement, logistics, and project execution support.
• Good understanding of project development, construction, commissioning, and operational handover processes.
• Strong stakeholder management skills and ability to collaborate across cross-functional teams.
• Proficiency in English, Mandarin, and Bahasa Indonesia to effectively engage suppliers and stakeholders across regional markets.
• Strong commercial, analytical, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.
• Self-driven and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.
• Familiarity with Indonesian regulatory and permitting requirements is an advantage.
• Strong commitment to Health, Safety, Security, and Environmental (HSSE) standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead sourcing and procurement activities for goods, equipment, components, and services, ensuring alignment with cost, quality, delivery, and project requirements.
• Manage the end-to-end Source-to-Contract process for EPC projects, including tender management, commercial evaluations, supplier selection, and contract award.
• Develop and implement sourcing strategies to support business growth, project delivery, and operational objectives.
• Ensure compliance with Sembcorp's procurement policies, governance standards, and strategic sourcing framework.
• Develop and validate commercial, market, and cost assumptions for project financial modelling, budgeting, and business case evaluations.
• Conduct cost analysis, supplier benchmarking, and market assessments to support informed sourcing decisions.
• Identify and drive cost optimization, value engineering, and procurement efficiency initiatives.
• Lead commercial negotiations to secure competitive pricing, favourable contractual terms, and long-term value creation.
• Prepare procurement, commercial, and cost performance reports for management review and decision-making.
• Build, maintain, and strengthen strategic relationships with suppliers, contractors, and service providers.
• Serve as the primary interface between suppliers and internal stakeholders on procurement and contractual matters.
• Monitor supplier performance, contract compliance, and service delivery against agreed KPIs and contractual commitments.
• Collaborate closely with Project Development, Engineering, Construction, Asset Management, Operations, Finance, and other stakeholders to support business and project requirements.
• Lead procurement, logistics, and delivery coordination throughout project execution.
• Oversee manufacturing progress, shipment schedules, customs clearance, site deliveries, contract obligations, expenditure tracking, and key project milestones.
• Identify and mitigate procurement, schedule, commercial, and supply chain risks that may impact project performance.
• Work with project teams, contractors, and suppliers to resolve execution challenges and support successful project commissioning and handover.
• Support Asset Management teams in monitoring renewable asset performance, operational KPIs, lifecycle costs, O&M budgets, vendor obligations, and warranty claims.
• Contribute to asset optimization, performance improvement, and continuous value creation initiatives.
• Monitor market trends, supplier developments, industry dynamics, and competitor activities to identify opportunities and potential risks.
• Provide recommendations on sourcing strategies, supplier diversification, and commercial risk mitigation measures.
• Champion a strong HSSE culture and ensure compliance with all applicable health, safety, security, and environmental requirements.
• Promote and enforce HSSE policies, standards, and best practices across procurement, logistics, and project execution activities.
• Support the implementation of HSSE initiatives, risk mitigation measures, and continuous improvement programs to maintain a safe and sustainable working environment.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Negotiation skills

Contract management

Strategic sourcing

Tender management

Project procurement

Supply chain knowledge

Languages (English, Mandarin, Bahasa)

MS Office

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration / Supply Chain / Engineering

Tools

MS Office

Job description

About Sembcorp

Sembcorp is a leading energy and urban solutions provider headquartered in Singapore. Led by its purpose to drive energy transition , Sembcorp delivers sustainable energy solutions and urban developments by leveraging its sector expertise and global track record.

Join our Renewable Energy business

Play a role in advancing Asia’s energy transition! As a leading renewable energy player, Sembcorp is driving sustainable change, with a growing portfolio of renewables and energy storage solutions across Southeast Asia, China, India, the UK, and the Middle East. Our Renewable Energy segment leverages strong execution and development capabilities to power a cleaner future.

About Sembcorp

Sembcorp is a leading energy and urban solutions provider headquartered in Singapore. Led by its purpose to drive energy transition , Sembcorp delivers sustainable energy solutions and urban developments by leveraging its sector expertise and global track record.

Join our Renewable Energy business

Play a role in advancing Asia’s energy transition! As a leading renewable energy player, Sembcorp is driving sustainable change, with a growing portfolio of renewables and energy storage solutions across Southeast Asia, China, India, the UK, and the Middle East. Our Renewable Energy segment leverages strong execution and development capabilities to power a cleaner future.

Key Roles And Responsibilities

Strategic Sourcing & Procurement

• Lead sourcing and procurement activities for goods, equipment, components, and services, ensuring alignment with cost, quality, delivery, and project requirements.
• Manage the end-to-end Source-to-Contract process for EPC projects, including tender management, commercial evaluations, supplier selection, and con tract award.
• Develop and implement sourcing strategies to support business growth, project delivery, and operational objectives.
• Ensure compliance with Sembcorp's procurement policies, governance standards, and strategic sourcing framework.

Commercial Management

• Develop and validate commercial, market, and cost assumptions for project financial modelling, budgeting, and business case evaluations.
• Conduct cost analysis, supplier benchmarking, and market assessments to support informed sourcing decisions.
• Identify and drive cost optimization, value engineering, and procurement efficiency initiatives.
• Lead commercial negotiations to secure competitive pricing, favourable contractual terms, and long-term value creation.
• Prepare procurement, commercial, and cost performance reports for management review and decision-making.

Supplier & Stakeholder Management

• Build, maintain, and strengthen strategic relationships with suppliers, contractors, and service providers.
• Serve as the primary interface between suppliers and internal stakeholders on procurement and contractual matters.
• Monitor supplier performance, contract compliance, and service delivery against agreed KPIs and contractual commitments.
• Collaborate closely with Project Development, Engineering, Construction, Asset Management, Operations, Finance, and other stakeholders to support business and project requirements.

Project Procurement & Execution

• Lead procurement, logistics, and delivery coordination throughout project execution.
• Oversee manufacturing progress, shipment schedules, customs clearance, site deliveries, contract obligations, expenditure tracking, and key project milestones.
• Identify and mitigate procurement, schedule, commercial, and supply chain risks that may impact project performance.
• Work with project teams, contractors, and suppliers to resolve execution challenges and support successful project commissioning and handover.

Asset Management Support

• Support Asset Management teams in monitoring renewable asset performance, operational KPIs, lifecycle costs, O&M budgets, vendor obligations, and warranty claims.
• Contribute to asset optimization, performance improvement, and continuous value creation initiatives.

Market Intelligence & Risk Management

• Monitor market trends, supplier developments, industry dynamics, and competitor activities to identify opportunities and potential risks.
• Provide recommendations on sourcing strategies, supplier diversification, and commercial risk mitigation measures.

Health, Safety, Security & Environmental (HSSE)

• Champion a strong HSSE culture and ensure compliance with all applicable health, safety, security, and environmental requirements.
• Promote and enforce HSSE policies, standards, and best practices across procurement, logistics, and project execution activities.
• Support the implementation of HSSE initiatives, risk mitigation measures, and continuous improvement programs to maintain a safe and sustainable working environment.

Qualifications, Skills & Experience

• Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Minimum 8-10 years of procurement, sourcing, and contract management experience, including leadership responsibilities.
• Proven experience in strategic sourcing, tender management, and contract negotiations, including EPC contracts, supply agreements, and long-term service agreements.
• Strong contract management and supplier performance management experience.
• Relevant experience in the renewable energy, power, utilities, infrastructure, or EPC sectors preferred.
• Experience in project procurement, logistics, and project execution support.
• Good understanding of project development, construction, commissioning, and operational handover processes.
• Strong stakeholder management skills and ability to collaborate across cross-functional teams.
• Proficiency in English, Mandarin, and Bahasa Indonesia to effectively engage suppliers and stakeholders across regional markets.
• Strong commercial, analytical, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.
• Self-driven and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.
• Familiarity with Indonesian regulatory and permitting requirements is an advantage.
• Strong commitment to Health, Safety, Security, and Environmental (HSSE) standards.

Our Culture at Sembcorp

At Sembcorp, our culture is shaped by a strong set of shared behaviours that guide the way we work and uphold our commitment to driving the energy transition.

We foster an institution-first mindset, where the success of Sembcorp takes precedence over individual interests. Collaboration is at the heart of what we do, as we work seamlessly across markets, businesses, and functions to achieve our goals together. Accountability is a core principle, ensuring that we take ownership of our commitments and deliver on them with integrity and excellence. These values define who we are and create a workplace where our people can thrive while making a meaningful impact on driving energy transition.

Join us in making a real impact!

Working Location: Menara Sentraya , 33rd Floor, Jl Iskandarsyah Raya No 1A, Kebayoran Baru, Jakarta Selatan