Senior Executive (Procurement)

National University of Singapore; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading national research university in Singapore is seeking a highly motivated individual to join its Central Procurement Office. In this role, you will manage relationships and support users on procurement policies and procedures. Responsibilities include sourcing for goods, category management, and liaising with stakeholders, all while ensuring adherence to university guidelines. The role requires a degree, at least 3 years of procurement experience, and proficiency in e-procurement systems. This is a fixed-term contract position until mid-2027.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of procurement experience.
• Experience as a change agent in an organization.
• Familiar with e-procurement systems.

Responsibilities

• Manage relationships and communications between users and procurement.
• Provide end-to-end support and guidance to users on procurement policy.
• Perform sourcing for General Goods and Services (GGS) category.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Time management skills

Results-oriented

Education

Degree in any field

Tools

E-procurement systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Company description:

The National University of Singapore is the national research university of Singapore. Founded in 1905 as the Straits Settlements and Federated Malay States Government Medical School, NUS is the oldest higher education institution in Singapore

Job Description

The Central Procurement Office is seeking a highly motivated and experienced individual to join our Business Partnering & Shared Services team. The successful candidate will collaborate with both external and internal stakeholders and ensure the success of the team in delivering a full spectrum of procurement activities to meet the dynamic needs of the businesses.

Duties & Responsibilities

Relationship Management and User Support

• Manage relationships and communications between users and procurement
• Provide end-to-end support and guidance to users on procurement policy, procedures and system
• Primary point of contact between users and other specialist departments, e.g. Legal and Finance
• Conduct training programs for university staff on procurement policies, procedures, best practices and system

Procurement Planning and Category Management

• Perform procurement planning with departments
• Provide regular reporting of procurement transactions, performance and spend analysis
• Develop and implement category-specific procurement strategies to optimise cost, quality, and supplier performance
• Analyse and identify potential consolidation opportunities under strategic buys to optimise procurement efficiencies
• Develop a sound supplier network, manage supplier relationships and contracts

Procurement Operations

• Perform sourcing for General Goods and Services (GGS) category
• Administer sourcing (e.g. quotation, tender, etc.) processes and review procurement documents, ensuring adherence to university policy and procedures
• Participate in the evaluation of bids and conduct negotiations to ensure value for money, prepare recommendation reports, and facilitate the approval and award of bids in consultation with users
• Perform procurement transactions timely in NUS' procurement system (i.e. publication, bid download, award, PO creation, goods receipt) to meet service levels. Identify opportunities to streamline procurement processes and improvements

Additional Responsibilities

• Any other duties assigned by the Department or University

Note

Employment Type: Fixed‑term contract till mid‑2027.

Qualifications

• Degree in any field
• At least 3 years of procurement experience
• Good interpersonal, communication and time management skills
• Results oriented with a demonstrated commitment to teamwork
• Experience as a change agent in an organisation
• Familiar with e-procurement systems
• Proficient in Microsoft Office

More Information

Location: Singapore

Organization: National University of Singapore

Department: Central Procurement Office

Job requisition ID: 31121