Strategic Procurement & Contracts Lead

SEMBCORP DEVELOPMENT LTD.; Dublin; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Sembcorp Development Ltd. is seeking an Executive, Procurement & Contracts Management to lead sourcing, vendor qualification, contract negotiations, and system-wide procurement processes.

You will manage supplier performance, ensure policy compliance, and drive continuous cost improvements across projects. Key responsibilities include PO processing, vendor onboarding, due diligence, and ongoing system administration in collaboration with IT and Group Procurement.

Qualifications

• Diploma in Building, Quantity Surveying, Engineering, Construction Management, or related with at least 5 years’ procurement management experience.
• Proven experience in procurement and contracts management.
• Strong knowledge of procurement processes, vendor management, and contract negotiations.
• Experience with ERP or procurement platforms.
• Analytical mindset with focus on continuous process improvement.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with multiple stakeholders.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
• Discretion and integrity in handling confidential information.
• Experience with SAP S4 Hana and GEP systems preferred.

Responsibilities

• Sourcing and vendor management: Evaluate supplier capabilities, quality, and pricing to ensure the best value for the company.
• Management of vendor prequalification and registration in Sembcorp system.
• Negotiate contracts and establish favorable terms and conditions with suppliers.
• Create and onboard new vendors, ensuring compliance with internal and external policies.
• Perform due diligence checks on major or preferred vendors to mitigate risk and ensure long term partnership sustainability.
• Purchase Order Processing: Assist with PR/PO matters in accordance with company policies.
• Ensure compliance with internal procurement policies and procedures.
• Support development of continuous process improvements through regular analysis of procurement activities.
• Procurement Systems and Process Management: Serve as the primary point of contact for all procurement-related systems.
• Collaborate with IT and Group Procurement to troubleshoot system issues and upgrades.
• Provide training and support to internal users.
• Quality Assurance: Monitor and resolve discrepancies or quality issues with suppliers.
• Ensure procurement activities comply with legal and regulatory requirements.
• Supplier Relations: Build and maintain positive, long-term relationships with suppliers.
• Cost Optimization: Identify opportunities to reduce costs without compromising quality.
• Reporting and Analysis: Provide regular reports on procurement performance and savings.

Skills

Procurement management

Vendor management

Contract negotiations

ERP systems

Analytical mindset

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Confidential information handling

S4 Hana experience

GEP familiarity

Negotiation skills

Education

Diploma in Building

Quantity Surveying

Engineering

Construction Management

Tools

ERP platforms

Procurement platforms

SAP S4 Hana

Job description

Sembcorp Development Ltd. is seeking an Executive, Procurement & Contracts Management to lead sourcing, vendor qualification, contract negotiations, and system-wide procurement processes.

You will manage supplier performance, ensure policy compliance, and drive continuous cost improvements across projects. Key responsibilities include PO processing, vendor onboarding, due diligence, and ongoing system administration in collaboration with IT and Group Procurement.