Assistant Director, Procurement (Permanent/Contract)

Government Technology Agency (GovTech); Singapore; On-site; SGD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

GovTech in Singapore seeks an Associate/Assistant Director, Procurement on a 2-year contract to drive procurement strategies, ensure policy compliance and manage sourcing from tender to award.

The role involves coordinating with internal stakeholders and suppliers, refining processes, maintaining procurement records and supporting evaluations and approvals.

Candidates with procurement background or strong aptitude for learning are welcome to apply and contribute to public service aims.

Qualifications

• Service-oriented, meticulous and resourceful
• Analytical and well-organised with attention to detail
• Strong interpersonal, written and verbal communication
• Able to coordinate multiple tasks and maintain records
• Comfortable with data, trackers and basic analysis for reporting
• Procurement experience preferred; willingness to learn
• Experience in government procurement or data management is a plus

Responsibilities

• Support and advise stakeholders on procurement approaches and requirements, and ensure compliance with procurement policies and procedures
• Liaise with internal stakeholders and suppliers to facilitate sourcing outcomes (e.g., quotations/tenders and clarifications)
• Review work processes and recommend improvements to enhance efficiency and effectiveness (e.g., templates, trackers and standard operating procedures)
• Coordinate procurement documentation and records to ensure completeness and proper record-keeping (e.g., approval records and supporting procurement documentation)
• Support procurement processes from sourcing to award, including coordinating evaluations, internal clearances and submission write-ups
• Support other team initiatives (policy/process reviews, knowledge management and business continuity) as needed

Job description

Associate/Assistant Director, Procurement (2-Year Contract)

What you will be working on

• Support and advise stakeholders on procurement approaches and requirements, and ensure compliance with procurement policies and procedures
• Liaise with internal stakeholders and suppliers to facilitate sourcing outcomes (e.g., quotations/tenders and clarifications)
• Review work processes and recommend improvements to enhance efficiency and effectiveness (e.g., templates, trackers and standard operating procedures)
• Coordinate procurement documentation and records to ensure completeness and proper record‑keeping (e.g., approval records and supporting procurement documentation)
• Support procurement processes from sourcing to award, including coordinating evaluations, internal clearances and submission write-ups
• Support other team initiatives where required (e.g., policy/process reviews, knowledge management and business continuity activities)

What we are looking for

• A service-oriented, meticulous and resourceful individual
• Good analytical and organisational skills, with attention to detail
• Strong interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to work with internal stakeholders and suppliers
• Able to coordinate multiple tasks and timelines, and maintain proper documentation and records
• Comfortable working with data, trackers and basic analysis to support reporting and process improvement
• Relevant experience in procurement is preferred, but candidates with strong aptitude and willingness to learn are welcome
• Relevant experience in areas such as government procurement, process management or data management and analysis, will be an advantage; candidates with strong aptitude and willingness to learn are welcome

Candidates may be considered either a permanent or contract opportunity, depending on their relevant experience.

As part of the shortlisting process for this role, you may be required to complete a medical declaration and/or undergo further assessment. All applicants will be notified on whether they are shortlisted or not within 4 weeks of the closing date of this job posting.

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