Tactical Sourcing Lead - Cost Savings & Compliance

Singtel Group; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Job summary

Singtel Group, Kuala Lumpur, is hiring a Manager, Tactical Sourcing to lead tactical sourcing activities and support low-value procurement while ensuring policy compliance. The role partners with Strategic Sourcing and Category Managers to deliver cost savings and supplier consolidation, guiding business users on procurement processes.

You will manage Spot-buy, RFQs and ITQs, drive spend optimization, and report savings. Strong S2P knowledge and stakeholder management are essential.

Qualifications

• Experience in sourcing or procurement roles with emphasis on tactical sourcing.
• Strong understanding of S2P processes, governance, and compliance.
• Experience handling high volumes of sourcing activities (spot-buy, RFQs, ITQs).
• Proficient with sourcing platforms (Ariba, Emptoris, Coupa).

Responsibilities

• Lead tactical sourcing activities across the organisation and support low-value procurement.
• Ensure compliance with procurement policies and governance standards.
• Partner with Strategic Sourcing and Category Managers to align activities with strategies.
• Guide business users on procurement processes and handle escalations.
• Identify opportunities for spend optimization, supplier consolidation, and cost savings.
• Track cost savings and support monthly reporting and portfolio reviews.

Skills

S2P processes

Procurement governance

Stakeholder management

Negotiation

Analytical skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Procurement policy compliance

Vendor relationship management

Prioritization in fast-paced env

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business/Finance

Tools

Ariba

Emptoris

Coupa

Job description

Singtel Group, Kuala Lumpur, is hiring a Manager, Tactical Sourcing to lead tactical sourcing activities and support low-value procurement while ensuring policy compliance. The role partners with Strategic Sourcing and Category Managers to deliver cost savings and supplier consolidation, guiding business users on procurement processes.

You will manage Spot-buy, RFQs and ITQs, drive spend optimization, and report savings. Strong S2P knowledge and stakeholder management are essential.