Head /Deputy Chief Procurement Officer (Gov Sector)

PERSOL Singapore; Singapore; On-site; SGD 180,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

PERSOL Singapore is seeking a highly experienced Procurement Leader to drive end-to-end procurement operations across a diverse portfolio in the public sector, based near Newton MRT. The role focuses on delivering value-for-money through strategic sourcing, category management, and strong governance.

You will lead procurement teams, manage complex, high-value procurements, and partner with stakeholders to align demand planning with long-term sourcing objectives.

Qualifications

• Singaporean nationality required.
• 12+ years of public sector procurement experience.
• Experience leading end-to-end procurement operations including complex/high-value procurements.
• Proven track record in leading procurement teams and driving operational excellence.
• Strong knowledge of IM (Procurement) and GeBIZ procurement system.
• Excellent leadership, stakeholder management, analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end procurement operations across multiple categories.
• Ensure procurement activities follow governance, policies, regulations and controls.
• Provide strategic guidance on procurement risks and complex challenges.
• Drive aggregation, sourcing and category management to optimise outcomes.
• Partner with stakeholders to support demand planning and long-term sourcing objectives.
• Oversee contract management and supplier relationship management.

Skills

Procurement leadership

Strategic sourcing

Category management

Stakeholder management

Governance & compliance

Tools

GeBIZ procurement system

IM (Procurement)

Job description

Location: Newton MRT

Employment Type: Contract renewable

Working Hours: Monday - Friday, office hours

Salary: $180,000 - $250,000 per annum

We are seeking a highly experienced procurement leader to drive procurement excellence across a diverse portfolio of procurement categories. This senior role is responsible for overseeing end-to-end procurement operations, leading strategic sourcing initiatives, strengthening governance and compliance, and partnering with stakeholders to deliver value-for-money outcomes.

Procurement Leadership

• Lead and oversee end-to-end procurement operations across multiple procurement categories.
• Ensure procurement activities are conducted efficiently and in accordance with established procurement policies, regulations, and governance requirements.
• Provide strategic oversight and guidance on procurement risks, complex procurement challenges, and procurement strategies.

Strategic Sourcing & Category Management

• Drive procurement aggregation and sourcing initiatives to improve operational efficiency and optimise procurement outcomes.
• Identify opportunities for cost optimisation and value creation through effective sourcing strategies, market engagement, and supplier partnerships.
• Lead category management initiatives to strengthen procurement performance.

Stakeholder Partnership

• Act as a trusted procurement advisor to internal stakeholders on complex and high-value procurement matters.
• Collaborate closely with business units to support demand planning, procurement strategies, and long-term sourcing objectives.
• Guide stakeholders on procurement approaches, governance requirements, and risk management.

Governance & Compliance

• Ensure procurement documentation, audit trails, and operational controls are maintained in accordance with governance and compliance standards.
• Oversee contract management and supplier relationship management practices.
• Promote strong procurement governance and operational continuity across procurement activities.

Continuous Improvement

• Champion process improvements and best practices to enhance procurement efficiency and service delivery.
• Drive initiatives that strengthen procurement capabilities and operational effectiveness.

Requirements

• Singaporean
• Minimum12 years of experience in public sector procurement.
• Extensive experience managingend-to-end procurement operations, including complex and high-value procurements.
• Proven track record in leading procurement teams and driving operational excellence.
• Strong knowledge ofIM (Procurement) and theGeBIZ procurement system.
• Excellent leadership, stakeholder management, analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to influence stakeholders and provide strategic procurement advice in a complex operating environment.

We regret to inform that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.