Assistant Manager / Manager (Procurement)

Communicable Diseases Agency (CDA); Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A government agency in Singapore is seeking an Assistant Manager / Manager (Procurement) to support the management of procurement functions. Key responsibilities include executing procurement frameworks, engaging stakeholders, and ensuring compliance with government policies. The ideal candidate will have a background in procurement and strong interpersonal skills to facilitate effective collaboration. This role demands a dynamic individual who can thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Background related to procurement or supply chain management.
• Knowledge in government procurement will be an advantage.
• Possesses the drive to learn and apply new skills.

Responsibilities

• Execute CDA’s procurement framework and processes.
• Work with CDA Divisions to review specifications.
• Conduct procurement processes in line with government policies.

Skills

Procurement or supply chain management

Effective stakeholder management

Communication and interpersonal skills

Microsoft Office proficiency

Ability to multi-task

Tools

Workday

Job description

Overview

As Assistant Manager / Manager (Procurement) of the Communicable Diseases Agency (CDA), you will support Assistant Director (Procurement) in the management of the procurement function.

You will be working in a fast-paced and highly volatile environment that will require you to manage multiple stakeholders and priorities concurrently.

What you will be working on

You will play a key role in the Procurement team in the CDA. Your key responsibilities include the following:

• Execute CDA’s procurement and contract management frameworks, processes, approving authorities and templates that dovetail with the Procurement Government Instruction Manuals as well as the Ministry of Finance’s (MOF) overall Whole of Government frameworks and processes.
• Work with CDA Divisions to understand their requirements, review specifications, formulate procurement approaches and strategies for the purchases.
• Work with CDA Divisions to conduct market research and engage industries to understand supplier landscape and market supply conditions.
• Conduct procurement processes of sourcing, tendering, evaluation and contract management in accordance with Government procurement policies and guidelines and adhere to the principles of ensuring transparency, fairness and value for money.
• Guide CDA Divisions in the contract management process.
• Innovate and add value to the procurement process.

What we are looking for

Job Requirements

• Background related to procurement or supply chain management.
• Knowledge in government procurement will be an advantage.
• Possesses the drive and curiosity to learn and apply new skills, knowledge and new ways of working.
• Effective stakeholder management, communication and interpersonal skills to co-create solutions.
• Good team player.
• Independent and self-driven with the ability to multi-task in a dynamic and fast-paced environment and perform under pressure and tight timelines.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office tools and prior experience in Workday will be an added advantage