Assistant Manager / Deputy Manager (Labor & Engineering Services Procurement)

PSA Corporation; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading port authority in Singapore is seeking an Assistant Manager / Deputy Manager for Labor & Engineering Services Procurement. This role involves strategic sourcing, contract negotiation, and managing supplier relationships to support operational excellence. The ideal candidate possesses a degree and 3 to 4 years of procurement experience, with strong communication skills and knowledge of e-procurement tools. Join a team committed to innovation and sustainability.

Qualifications

• 3 to 4 years of experience in sourcing and procurement.
• Good understanding of strategic sourcing and tendering process.
• Familiarity with e-procurement tools like SAP Ariba is a plus.
• CIPS or CPSM certification viewed favourably.

Responsibilities

• Design tender strategies that meet PSA’s needs.
• Translate strategy into tender documents with specifications.
• Draft contract documents safeguarding PSA’s interests.
• Negotiate with suppliers for best value.
• Complete tenders on time and manage supplier obligations.
• Work on sustainable procurement frameworks.

Skills

Strategic sourcing

Contract negotiation

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Relationship building

Innovative thinking

Education

Degree in relevant field

Tools

SAP Ariba

Coupa

Oracle

Zycus

Job description

We are the World's Port of Call. Our winning formula is our People.

In our continuing journey to build great teams, we are looking for passionate individuals driven by a strong sense of purpose. It is only with the determination and commitment of our People that we can serve our customers, lead our industry and contribute to our nation to create new possibilities.

Working Alongside, we can deliver extraordinary results together! Join #TeamPSA today!

Assistant Manager / Deputy Manager (Labor & Engineering Services Procurement)

Apply now Job no: 493684
Work type: Permanent
Categories: Procurement

Job Responsibilities

As part of the PSA Singapore Procurement team, you will be responsible for the strategic sourcing and procurement of labour services related to engineering/operations. Your responsibilities include:

• Work with the user departments to design tender strategies that meet PSA’s needs for cost effectiveness and quality.
• Translate the strategy into tender documents with clear and detailed specifications
• Draft contract documents that detail contractors' responsibilities and liabilities and safeguard PSA’s interests
• Perform analysis of the tender submissions and negotiate with suppliers for best value
• Complete tenders on time and perform post-contract management with internal stakeholders, ensuring suppliers meet their contractual obligations
• Identify and manage risks that may arise during the contract tenure
• Work on sustainable procurement frameworks to align suppliers with PSA’s corporate goal of sustainability

Requirements

• Possess a degree with at least 3 to 4 years’ of experience in sourcing and procurement
• A good understanding of strategic sourcing, tendering process, contract management, contract negotiation and contract governance
• Excellent communication skills, effective influencing and negotiation skills
• Able to establish good working relationships with internal and external stakeholders for effective sourcing process
• Resourceful, driven, able to drive innovation, champion change and work collaboratively to achieve results
• Familiarity with e-procurement tools (e.g. SAP Ariba, Coupa, Oracle, Zycus) is an advantage
• CIPS or CPSM certification or progress towards it will be viewed favourably

Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Advertised: 25 Aug 2025
Applications close: 31 Dec 2025

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