Group Lead, Demand Management: Procurement & Projects

VANDERLANDE INDUSTRIES SINGAPORE PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Job summary

Vanderlande Industries Singapore PTE. LTD. invites applications for the Group Leader, Demand Management - Procurement in Singapore.

You will lead a team of Demand Managers across Sales and Project Execution to align procurement with business goals and the CTO operating model. Collaborating with Sales, Project Execution, Category Management, Supply Chain and Legal, you will drive procurement governance, cost optimization, and continuous improvement, ensuring smooth handovers and regional supplier

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the Demand Management function, overseeing both Demand Managers of Sales and Project Execution, ensuring alignment across the full project lifecycle.
• Define and implement procurement strategies that support business objectives, drive cost optimization, and increase CTO adoption while managing ETO complexity.
• Provide leadership and direction to a dedicated team of Demand Managers, including coaching, performance management, workforce planning, and capability development.
• Own the interface with key stakeholders including Sales, Project Execution, Category Management, Supply Chain, and Legal to ensure alignment on procurement strategy and execution.
• Drive governance and standardization, ensuring adherence to procurement processes, contract frameworks, and compliance requirements across all projects.
• Oversee complex procurement activities, including RFx strategies, supplier selection, and contract negotiations for third-party equipment and installation services.
• Act as escalation point for critical procurement and commercial issues, ensuring timely resolution and risk mitigation.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives, including development and enforcement of standardized operating procedures, tools, and best practices.
• Ensure effective handover from Sales to Project Execution, maintaining continuity in procurement strategy, supplier alignment, and risk management.
• Partner with Category Management to leverage global supplier strategies, frameworks, and pricing structures that support the region.
• Drive performance tracking and reporting, including cost savings, cost avoidance, supplier performance, and project procurement KPIs.
• Support organizational transformation initiatives, including Procurement's role in Vanderlande's global operating model and CTO strategy.

Job description

Vanderlande Industries Singapore PTE. LTD. invites applications for the Group Leader, Demand Management - Procurement in Singapore.

You will lead a team of Demand Managers across Sales and Project Execution to align procurement with business goals and the CTO operating model. Collaborating with Sales, Project Execution, Category Management, Supply Chain and Legal, you will drive procurement governance, cost optimization, and continuous improvement, ensuring smooth handovers and regional supplier