Manager, Tactical Sourcing

Singapore Telecommunications Limited; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading communications technology group is seeking a Sourcing Specialist in Kuala Lumpur. This role involves executing sourcing strategies, managing procurement processes, and ensuring compliance with policies. The ideal candidate has a degree in business or finance and a minimum of 6 years of relevant experience. Excellent communication and negotiation skills are essential for success in this fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 6 years hands-on experience in sourcing and procurement.
• Solid grasp of the end-to-end source-to-pay process.
• Experience managing spot-buys, ITQs, and RFQs.

Responsibilities

• Execute tactical sourcing strategies across the organization.
• Report cost savings using established methodologies.
• Drive monthly portfolio reporting with strategic sourcing managers.
• Ensure compliance with procurement policies.

Skills

Procurement processes

Sourcing indirect and IT commodities

Communication and negotiation skills

Collaboration

Education

Degree in business/finance related field

Tools

Sourcing platforms like Ariba, Emptoris, Coup

Job description

An empowering career at Singtel begins with a Hello. Our purpose, to Empower Every Generation, connects people to the possibilities they need to excel. Every "hello" at Singtel opens doors to new initiatives, growth, and BIG possibilities that takes your career to new heights.

Be a part of something BIG!

SayHELLO to BIG Possibilities with Singtel KL(Sudong MY Sdn Bhd)!

Singtel is Asia's leading communications technology group, our presence spans across 21 countries in Asia, Australia, and Africa. We thrive on innovation, digital transformation, and harnessing next-generation technology to create a more sustainable and digital future. Now, we are bringing this energy to Kuala Lumpur with the launch of our brand-new Shared Services Centre!

As a Sourcing Specialist within the Corporate Procurement team, you’ll play a key role in driving efficient and compliant sourcing activities across Singtel. You’ll handle low-value purchases with precision, conduct due diligence to ensure adherence to procurement policies, and support Strategic Sourcing and Category Managers in high-value projects. This is a dynamic opportunity for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, possesses strong knowledge of procurement processes, and is confident in sourcing indirect and IT commodities.

Make an Impact by:

• Participate in the team’s agenda to execute tactical sourcing strategies across the organization; ensure coherent supplier selection, sourcing decisions and product development
• Report cost savings using established cost savings methodologies
• Drive monthly portfolio reporting and review with strategic sourcing managers, for their overall category planning
• Liaise with Strategic Sourcing/Category Managers and highlight any concerns observed in the tactical sourcing space, to ensure alignment with broader strategy
• Accountable for escalations while offering recommendations for effective solutions
• Conducts reviews for opportunity in consolidation and strategies within the team’s purview
• Ensure compliance with internal requirements and procurement market practices
• Initiate and sustain effective communication on sourcing goals with key users
• Participate in continuous improvement projects
• Guide business users on procurement policy and practice

Skills for Success:

• Degree in business/finance relate from reputable university
• Minimum of 6 years’ hands-on experience in sourcing and procurement, with a solid grasp of the end-to-end source-to-pay process.
• Successfully managed high volumes of spot-buys, Invitations to Quote (ITQs), and Requests for Quotation (RFQs), demonstrating both speed and accuracy in execution
• Familiar with sourcing platforms like Ariba, Emptoris, Coup
• Strong, communication, influencing, collaboration and negotiation skills
• Ability to plan and prioritize work efficiently.

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