Business Operations Manager – Utilities Sector

PERSOL; Singapore; On-site; SGD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm in Singapore seeks an experienced Operations Manager to oversee operations and enhance process efficiency. Key responsibilities include managing purchase orders and contractor payments while providing insight through analytics. The ideal candidate has over 7 years in operations with leadership experience, strong skills in Microsoft Office Suite, and a proven ability to influence stakeholders. This position requires excellent communication and analytical skills and offers a dynamic work environment.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in operations and process optimization, with 3+ years in a leadership role.
• Strong business acumen and strategic thinking abilities.
• Exceptional organizational and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee issuance and validation of purchase orders for construction projects.
• Manage contractor invoices and payment cycles for compliance.
• Lead development of management dashboards for senior leadership.
• Drive complex projects and coordination among teams.
• Establish governance frameworks for compliance.

Skills

Operations management

Stakeholder management

Process optimization

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Leadership

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Power BI)

Salesforce

ServiceNow

Job description

Job Responsibilities

Operational Leadership

• Oversee and govern the issuance and validation of Purchase Orders (PO), Work Orders (WO), and Contract Confirmations (CC) for construction and installation projects.
• Ensure accuracy and integrity of resident database management, including onboarding, sign-ups, and cancellations.
• Direct the processing of contractor invoices and payment cycles, ensuring timeliness and compliance.
• Manage invoicing and collections strategy to optimize cash flow and customer experience.

Strategic Reporting & Insights

• Lead the development of management dashboards and performance reports for senior leadership.
• Analyze operational and financial data to identify trends, risks, and opportunities for improvement.
• Provide actionable insights to inform strategic planning and resource allocation.

Project & Stakeholder Management

• Drive coordination of complex projects, ensuring alignment across internal teams and external partners.
• Act as a key liaison between cross-functional departments to ensure timely execution of deliverables.
• Represent the function in governance forums and strategic discussions.

Governance & Continuous Improvement

• Lead transformation initiatives to automate billing processes and reduce manual intervention.
• Design and implement robust SOPs and Business Continuity Plans (BCPs) to safeguard operations.
• Establish governance frameworks to ensure compliance with corporate policies and regulatory standards.
• Champion a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence.

Job Requirements

• 7+ years of experience in operations, administration, and process optimization, with at least 3 years in a leadership or managerial capacity.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Power BI) for analytics and reporting.
• Proven track record in defining, mapping, and maintaining enterprise-level process frameworks.
• Strong stakeholder management and ability to influence at senior levels.
• Experience with Salesforce for CRM and ServiceNow for workflow automation.
• Familiarity with enterprise systems and data visualization tools.
• Strategic thinker with strong business acumen.
• Exceptional organizational and analytical skills.
• Proactive, resourceful, and adept at managing ambiguity.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to lead teams and influence stakeholders.
• High integrity and commitment to governance and compliance.

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