Manager (Flying Training Contract Management)

Ministry of Defence of Singapore; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Ministry of Defence of Singapore is recruiting for a Contract Manager role that sits within our procurement and contracting arm. You will lead establishment or renewal of contracts, and oversee their lifecycle from approval to termination or renewal, ensuring compliance and value for money.

You will collaborate with users, DSTA Procurement and contractors to design robust contracts, monitor performance via KPIs, and report regularly to governance fora. Experience in related fields is preferred.

Qualifications

• Experience in contract management, procurement or financial management is advantageous.
• Good conceptual and analytical skills.
• Strong writing and communication abilities.
• Ability to work independently and adapt to change.

Responsibilities

• Lead the timely establishment or renewal of contracts by seeking approval from relevant fora
• Monitor the proper execution of contracted services and follow up on all contractual obligations
• Work closely with users, DSTA Procurement and contractors to design and implement robust, cost-effective contracts
• Track contract performance via KPIs
• Conduct regular contract reviews and submit reports to contracting fora in accordance with the MINDEF Logistics guidelines on the management of outsourcing contracts
• Highlight any non-compliance and ensure that corrective actions are effective in remedying the non-compliance
• Manage Finance Forecasting Plans by evaluating resource demands, ensuring budget allocation is within limits
• Monitor contract expenditure and ensure sufficient funding and timely payment to contractors

Skills

Contract management

Procurement

Financial management

Analytical skills

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Independent work

Adaptability

Job description

What The Role Is

You assist in the management of new and existing contracts and provide the required expertise to lead the timely establishment or renewal of contracts, as well as manage them by closely monitoring the proper execution of contracted services and following up on all contractual obligations till contract termination, expiry or renewal.

What The Role Is

You assist in the management of new and existing contracts and provide the required expertise to lead the timely establishment or renewal of contracts, as well as manage them by closely monitoring the proper execution of contracted services and following up on all contractual obligations till contract termination, expiry or renewal.

What You Will Be Working On

• Lead the timely establishment or renewal of contracts by seeking approval from the relevant fora
• Monitor the proper execution of contracted services and follow up on all contractual obligations
• Work closely with users, Defence Science and Technology Agency (DSTA) Procurement and contractors to design and implement robust, cost-effective contracts
• Track contract performance via Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
• Conduct regular contract reviews and submit reports to contracting fora in accordance with the MINDEF Logistics guidelines on the management of outsourcing contracts
• Highlight any non-compliance and ensure that corrective actions are effective in remedying the non-compliance
• Manage Finance Forecasting Plans by evaluating resource demands, ensuring budget allocation is within limits
• Monitor contract expenditure and ensure sufficient funding and timely payment to contractors

Challenge(s)

• Navigating complex contractual and procurement processes while coordinating with multiple stakeholders
• Balancing contract performance monitoring, financial forecasting and administrative responsibilities concurrently, requiring strong organisational skills and the ability to work under pressure

What We Are Looking For

• Prior experience in contract management, procurement or financial management is advantageous
• Good conceptual and analytical skills
• Strong writing skills
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to work independently
• Ability to adapt to changes and receptiveness to new ideas

(Applicants with no experience may apply.)

Appointment will be commensurate with your experience.

Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.