Assistant Director / Senior Assistant Director, Procurement

ALPS Pte Ltd; Singapore; On-site; SGD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A public healthcare supply chain agency in Singapore seeks an experienced Assistant Director specialized in procurement. The role involves leading procurement initiatives, managing supplier relationships, and ensuring compliance with policies. Candidates should have over 7 years of procurement experience, preferably in healthcare, and possess strong analytical and leadership skills. This position offers a chance to enhance the supply chain sector while improving patient care quality.

Qualifications

• 7+ years in procurement or supply chain management, with 3+ years in a leadership role.
• Strong knowledge of healthcare procurement and regulatory compliance.
• Proven skills in strategic sourcing, contract negotiation, and cost control.

Responsibilities

• Lead and drive procurement initiatives and efficiency improvement.
• Support procurement team in developing and executing workplans.
• Collaborate with stakeholders for sustainable sourcing.
• Establish metrics for sustainability performance of procurement activities.

Skills

Strategic sourcing

Vendor management

Contract negotiation

Supply chain optimization

Data analysis

Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field

Master’s degree or professional certification (e.g., CPSM, CIPS)

Tools

Procurement software

ERP systems

Data analytics tools

Job description

About ALPS

ALPS Pte Ltd, set up in 2018 as part of Ministry of Health’s (MOH) strategic thrust in delivering value-based supply chain solutions to public healthcare.

As the public healthcare supply chain agency, we design and execute a national level end-to-end supply chain blueprint in partnership with 27 Public Healthcare Institutions (PHIs) in Singapore.

Our employees are key to our excellence – the heartbeat in sustaining our mission, developing new capabilities and re‑engineering processes to future‑prove Singapore’s healthcare supply chain landscape –making it more sustainable and resilient.

An exciting career awaits you at ALPS. Join us to embark on a meaning career that brings value and impact to the population. Apply now if that sounds like something you would like to be a part of.

Job Overview

Experienced Assistant Director / Senior Assistant Director specializing in procurement within the healthcare supply chain sector. Skilled in strategic sourcing, vendor management, contract negotiation, and supply chain optimization to ensure timely and cost‑effective acquisition of medical supplies and equipment. Proven ability to lead cross‑functional teams, manage supplier relationships, and implement procurement policies that align with organizational goals and regulatory requirements. Committed to driving efficiency, reducing costs, and supporting high‑quality patient care through effective supply chain management.

Job Responsibilities

• Procurement
  • Lead and drive procurement initiatives & efficiency improvement.
  • Collaborate with stakeholders to develop sourcing initiatives.
  • Support the Procurement team in developing & executing workplan.
  • Align and implement procurement policies and practices that ensure consistencies and in accordance with audit requirements and sustainability goals.
• Sustainability
  • Sustainable Sourcing: Support the team to evaluate suppliers who adhere to environmentally responsible practices.
  • Supplier Engagement: Work closely with suppliers to enhance their sustainability performance, support in providing resources to help them meet sustainability criteria.
  • Performance Measurement: Establish metrics to assess the sustainability performance of procurement activities and suppliers. Analyse data and prepare sustainability reports.
  • Collaboration and Stakeholder Engagement: Collaborate with internal stakeholders and vendors to promote sustainable practices.
  • Innovation and Improvement: Stay up to date with industry trends related to sustainable procurement, including emerging technologies, sustainable materials, and best practices that reduce environmental impacts.
• Compliance
  • Policy: Review and maintain procurement policies and procedures that promote compliance.
  • Audits and Assessments: Continuous self‑assessments on procurement & Logistics processes to identify areas of non‑compliance and implement corrective actions.
  • Risk Management: Identify compliance risks in procurement and sustainability. Develop strategies & action plan to mitigate associated risks.
  • Stakeholder Collaboration: Work collaboratively cross functionally to drive compliance.
• Stakeholder Engagement
  • Support stakeholders with viable solutions that complies with policies and the institution requirements.
  • Work with stakeholders to create better value and outcome.
  • Alignment between users, Procurement team and vendors, develop solutions collectively.
• Learning and Growth
  • Assess, coach and guide team as part of staff development.
  • Talent development and succession planning for staff.
  • Support learning journey for the team.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field. A master’s degree or professional certification (e.g., CPSM, CIPS) is preferred.
• Extensive experience (typically 7+ years) in procurement or supply chain management, with at least 3 years in a leadership or managerial role, preferably within the healthcare sector.
• Strong knowledge of healthcare procurement processes, medical supplies, equipment sourcing, and relevant regulatory compliance.
• Proven skills in strategic sourcing, contract negotiation, vendor management, and cost control.
• Excellent leadership and team management abilities, with experience leading cross‑functional teams.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills, with the ability to make data‑driven decisions.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with internal stakeholders and external suppliers.
• Proficiency in procurement software, ERP systems, and data analytics tools.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and work under pressure to meet deadlines.

Only shortlisted candidates would be notified.

An exciting career awaits you at ALPS.

Join us to embark on a meaning career that brings value and impact to the population. Apply now if that sounds like something you would like to be a part of.