Hub Executive

BRENNTAG PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Brenntag Pte. Ltd. is seeking a seasoned Procurement professional to lead end-to-end sourcing for indirect categories in Singapore. The role focuses on cost-effective procurement, supplier evaluation, and strategic category management.

You will own select spend areas, drive cost-saving initiatives, and support category strategies while engaging with internal stakeholders across Operations, IT, Finance, and Engineering. Strong negotiation and system skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, SupplyChain, Engineering, or related field.
• Minimum 5–8 years of procurement experience, preferably in industrial, chemical, logistics, or distribution environment.
• Proven experience in indirect procurement and supplier negotiation.
• Familiarity with procurement systems (SAP preferred).
• Experience in a multi-site or regional environment is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end sourcing activities (RFQ/RFP, evaluation, negotiation, and award) for indirect categories.
• Ensure timely, cost-effective procurement of goods and services in line with business requirements.
• Evaluate supplier quotations, perform cost comparisons, and recommend sourcing decisions.
• Take ownership of selected indirect spend categories (e.g. MRO, logistics, facilities, services).
• Identify cost-saving opportunities through benchmarking, demand consolidation, and supplier negotiations.
• Support the development and execution of category strategies.
• Monitor supplier performance and ensure DOA governance and compliance.

Skills

Negotiation

Analytical skills

Stakeholder mgmt

Independent work

Multitasking

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business, SupplyChain, Engineering, or related field

Tools

SAP

Job description

1. Sourcing & Procurement Execution

• Manage end-to-end sourcing activities (RFQ/RFP, evaluation, negotiation, and award) for indirect categories.


• Ensure timely and cost-effective procurement of goods and services in line with business requirements.


• Evaluate supplier quotations, perform cost comparisons, and recommend sourcing decisions.

2. Category Ownership & Cost Optimisation

• Take ownership of selected indirect spend categories (e.g. MRO, logistics, facilities, services).


• Identify cost-saving opportunities through benchmarking, demand consolidation, and supplier negotiations.


• Support the development and execution of category strategies.

3. Supplier & Contract Management

• Manage supplier relationships, including onboarding, performance monitoring, and issue resolution.


• Track supplier KPIs and service delivery against agreed SLAs.


• Support contract lifecycle management, including preparation, renewal, and compliance monitoring.

4. Stakeholder Management

• Act as a key point of contact for internal stakeholders (Operations, EHS, IT, Finance, HR, Engineering).


• Understand business needs and provide procurement solutions aligned with operational requirements.


• Support CAPEX projects through vendor sourcing, evaluation, and cost validation.

5. Governance & Compliance

• Ensure procurement activities comply with company policies, sourcing guidelines, and Delegation of Authority (DOA).


• Maintain proper documentation and audit trail for procurement transactions.


• Support internal and external audits when required.

6. Spend Analysis & Reporting

• Monitor and analyse spend data to identify trends and improvement opportunities.


• Track savings initiatives and report realised benefits.


• Prepare procurement reports and dashboards for management review.

7. Systems & Process Improvement

• Utilise ERP/procurement systems (e.g. SAP) for purchase order management and spend tracking.


• Support improvements in procure-to-pay (P2P) processes and reduce noncompliant spending.


• Contribute to digitalisation and continuous improvement initiatives within procurement.

Job Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, SupplyChain, Engineering, or related field.


• Minimum 5–8 years of procurement experience,preferably in industrial, chemical, logistics, or distributionenvironment.


• Proven experience in indirect procurement andsupplier negotiation.


• Familiarity with procurement systems (SAPpreferred).


• Experience in a multi-site or regionalenvironment is an advantage.

Competencies

• Strong negotiation and commercial acumen


• Analytical and data-driven mindset


• Good stakeholder management and influencingskills


• Ability to work independently with moderatesupervision


• Strong organisational and multitaskingcapabilities


• Proactive, results-oriented, and detail-focused