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

Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS); Singapore; On-site; SGD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

The Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) is seeking an Associate/Assistant Director for Procurement on a 2-year contract. The role involves supporting stakeholders on procurement approaches, liaising with internal stakeholders and suppliers, and reviewing work processes for efficiency improvements. Candidates should possess strong analytical and organisational skills, along with effective communication abilities. Experience in procurement is preferred, and the role requires the ability to coordinate tasks and maintain documentation. A motivated individual willing to learn is encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• A service-oriented, meticulous and resourceful individual.
• Good analytical and organisational skills, with attention to detail.
• Strong interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills.
• Able to coordinate multiple tasks and timelines, and maintain proper documentation.
• Comfortable working with data, trackers and basic analysis.

Responsibilities

• Support and advise stakeholders on procurement approaches.
• Liaise with internal stakeholders and suppliers to facilitate sourcing outcomes.
• Review work processes and recommend improvements.
• Coordinate procurement documentation and records.
• Support procurement processes from sourcing to award.

Skills

Service-oriented

Analytical skills

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Documentation management

Data analysis

Job description

What The Role Is

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.