Head Of Procurement

Private Advertiser; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Head Of Procurement in Singapore leads the company’s procurement activities to secure a reliable supply of quality consumables and services at the most competitive cost. The role requires strong negotiation, supplier management, and strategic sourcing capabilities to support operational and financial objectives.

Responsibilities include developing purchasing strategies, end-to-end procurement process, supplier relationships, monitoring performance, market research, collaboration with internal

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field required.
• Strong knowledge of sourcing, vendor management, and procurement best practices.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency with procurement software and MS Office.
• Analytical problem-solving with attention to detail.
• Experience managing budgets and cost-saving initiatives.
• Leadership to guide and motivate a team.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement purchasing strategies aligned to business objectives.
• Oversee end-to-end procurement: sourcing, vendor selection, contracts, P.O. management.
• Build and maintain supplier relationships for quality and cost-effectiveness.
• Monitor supplier performance and address delivery, quality, or compliance issues.
• Conduct market research to identify suppliers and benchmark pricing.
• Collaborate with internal departments to forecast demand.
• Ensure adherence to policies, ethics, and regulatory requirements.
• Prepare and manage the procurement budget and identify savings.
• Lead and mentor the purchasing team to improve efficiency.
• Maintain records and prepare reports for management.

Skills

Sourcing

Vendor management

Procurement best practices

Negotiation

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Analytical thinking

Budget management

Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or related field

Tools

Procurement software

Microsoft Office

Job description

The Head Of Procurement is responsible for managing the company’s procurement activities to ensure a reliable supply of quality consumables and services at the most competitive cost. The role requires strong negotiation, supplier management, and strategic sourcing capabilities to support the company’s operational and financial objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement purchasing strategies in line with business objectives.

• Oversee the end-to-end procurement process, including sourcing, vendor selection, contract negotiation, and purchase order management.

• Establish and maintain strong relationships with suppliers to ensure quality, reliability, and cost-effectiveness.

• Monitor supplier performance and address issues relating to delivery, quality, or compliance.

• Conduct market research to identify potential suppliers, assess trends, and benchmark pricing.

• Collaborate with internal departments to forecast demand and align procurement activities with operational needs.

• Ensure adherence to company policies, ethical standards, and regulatory requirements in all purchasing activities.

• Prepare and manage the purchasing budget and identify opportunities for cost savings.

• Lead and mentor the purchasing team to enhance efficiency and performance.

• Maintain accurate records of procurement activities and prepare reports for management.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field.

• Strong knowledge of sourcing, vendor management, and procurement best practices.

• Excellent negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills.

• Proficiency in procurement software and Microsoft Office applications.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.

• Proven ability to manage budgets and deliver cost‑saving initiatives.

• Leadership skills with the ability to guide and motivate a team.