Lead Associate Digital Transformation - Procurement

Ministry of Finance; Singapore; On-site; SGD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A government ministry in Singapore seeks professionals for procurement-related roles. Responsibilities include streamlining procurement processes, managing GeBIZ implementation, and coordinating with stakeholders. Ideal candidates will have experience in procurement or project management, strong analytical and communication skills, and a proactive approach. Entry-level positions are available for candidates interested in digital transformation.

Qualifications

• Experience in procurement, project management, or digital transformation.
• Ability to review issues from a whole-of-government perspective.
• Strong self-driven attitudes with teamwork capability.

Responsibilities

• Work with agencies to streamline existing procurement processes.
• Manage implementation of the GeBIZ system.
• Conduct data analytics for governance of procurement.

Skills

Procurement

Project management

Digital transformation

Critical thinking

Analytical skills

Strong communication skills

Education

Degree in relevant field

Job description

What the role is:

The Government Procurement Function Office (GPFO) oversees the Government procurement policies, practices, systems and workforce. Among other responsibilities, it is responsible for driving transformation of the whole-of-government (WOG) procurement function, including digital transformation. MOF-GPFO is embarking on a project to refresh the current GeBIZ. GeBIZ is a WOG platform for agencies to publish their tenders and suppliers to submit their proposals.

What you will be working on:

• Working with agencies across WOG to jointly review, challenge and streamline existing procurement processes to enable the digitalisation of a seamless Budget-Procure-to-Pay experience.
• Change management with agencies across WOG to ensure a smooth and effective implementation of the GeBIZ system.
• Work with technical partners and stakeholders in the Budget-Procure-to-Pay value chain to align the goals thereby fostering closer collaboration.
• Manage the tender and the supplier such that the GeBIZ project is executed efficiently and on schedule in an agile manner.
• Explore, leverage and implement innovative new technologies to support end-to-end government procurement requirements.
• Undertake data analytics efforts to ensure proper governance of procurement practices.

What we are looking for:

• Professionals with experience in one or more of the following areas - procurement, implementing organisational systems, digital transformation, project management.
• Ability to look at issues from a WOG perspective, review the status quo and integrate procurement policy considerations and operational requirements with what is technologically feasible.
• Have a dare-to-do attitude and not afraid to challenge the status quo.
• Self-driven and committed individual able to work independently and within teams.
• Strong critical thinking, analytical and project management skills.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders.
• Excellent writing ability and presentation skills.
• Entry-level positions available for candidates with demonstrated interest in procurement and/or digital transformation.

About Ministry of Finance

The Ministry of Finance (MOF) is responsible for managing Singapore’s fiscal policies and the structure of its economy. We work to maintain international standards and best practices in areas such as company law, accounting standards, and corporate governance principles. We aim to advance the well-being and development of Singapore by:

• achieving a balanced budget through prudent and sustainable fiscal policies;
• ensuring the prudent investment of the government's reserves and other public funds;
• setting out policies for government procurement, customs regulation, accounting standards and business regulation;
• fostering a regulatory environment conducive to business and enterprise;
• and ensuring that businesses operating within Singapore's jurisdiction are compatible with international standards and practices, in areas such as company law, accounting standards and corporate governance principles.