Assistant Manager (Inventory Management)

MINDEF; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

MINDEF seeks an experienced professional to manage the inventory management system for ammunition logistics. You will lead system operations, ensure data integrity, and generate analyses to support decision-making across the Singapore Armed Forces.

The role involves coordinating a small team, collaborating on the development of a new tracking system, and mastering the integration of legacy systems with current processes. Strong Excel skills and attention to detail are essential.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in ERP software management, supply chain, and data management.
• Experience in logistics or ammunition management is advantageous.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including designing and running macros for data analysis.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all matters relating to the inventory management system.
• Ensure data integrity and accuracy within the inventory management system.
• Generate reports, perform data analysis, and recommend enhancements to management for decision-making.
• Contribute to development of a new inventory tracking system and optimising inventory control procedures.
• Lead a team of up to four NSmen, providing coaching, guidance, task assignment and performance appraisals.
• Interpret and analyse large volumes of data and integrate legacy systems with the inventory system.
• Understand ammunition supply management processes to improve inventory transaction systems.

Skills

Data analysis

Communication

Time management

Organisational skills

Team leadership

Tools

ERP software

Microsoft Excel

Job description

What the role is:

You will assist in managing the main IT system for ammunition inventory management, ensuring system operational readiness. You will govern and manage ammunition-related transactions and material data to provide efficient and prompt service to users across the Singapore Armed Forces.

What you will be working on:

• Lead and manage all matters relating to the inventory management system
• Ensure data integrity and accuracy within the inventory management system
• Utilise system modules to generate reports, run data analysis, and recommend enhancements to management for decision-making
• Contribute to the development of a new inventory tracking system for optimising inventory control procedures
• Lead a team of up to four full-time national servicemen, providing coaching, guidance, task assignment, and performance appraisals
• Take on secondary appointments as requiredChallenge(s)
• Interpreting and analysing large volumes of data
• Understanding the complexities of integrating legacy systems with the inventory management system
• Developing a strong understanding of ammunition supply management processes to improve inventory transaction systems

What we are looking for:

• Education in any field is preferred
• At least 3 years of relevant experience in enterprise resource planning software management, supply chain management, and data management
• Prior experience in logistics or ammunition management will be an advantage
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including the ability to design and run macros for data analysis
• Good communication, time management, and organisational skills
• Meticulous with strong attention to detail
• Good team playerOnly shortlisted candidates will be notified.

About MINDEF

The mission of MINDEF and the Singapore Armed Forces is to enhance Singapore's peace and security through deterrence and diplomacy, and should these fail, to secure a swift and decisive victory over the aggressor.The Defence Executive Officer (DXO) scheme is the non-uniformed career scheme of MINDEF that offers myriad opportunities in various job functions, such as corporate communications, cyber security, data analytics and visualisation, defence policy, finance, HR, psychology, and more. Embodying the same level of commitment towards defence, DXOs work together with their military counterparts to contribute to MINDEF/SAF’s mission and ensure Singapore's security and stability. United by this common cause, our lines of defence complement each other to secure the prosperity and progress of our nation.