Manager, Procurement (Certis Integrated Facilities Management)

Certis Group; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading security services organization in Singapore seeks a Procurement Manager responsible for sourcing, negotiating, and managing service providers. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Facilities Management and at least 2 years of relevant experience, with a strong focus on procurement practices. This role offers a competitive remuneration package and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Competitive remuneration package

Performance-based incentives

Medical insurance and dental allowance

Community volunteering opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of related working experience or 4 years of experience.
• In-depth knowledge of Facilities Management procurement practices and vendor processes.

Responsibilities

• Manage sourcing, negotiation, and management of service providers.
• Negotiate contracts and commercial terms with suppliers.
• Conduct comprehensive reviews of tender documents.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with OEMs and vendors.

Skills

Meticulous

Strong in financial numbers

Proficient in MS Excel

Good interpersonal skills

Team player

Knowledge of Facilities Management procurement

Education

Degree in Facilities Management

Diploma

Job description

About Certis

If you are a passionate individual looking for opportunities to expand your skills, and purposeful work instead of just a ‘job’, we would love to hear from you. At Certis, no two days look alike. Our work calendars are filled with chances to collaborate with others, and bring new initiatives to life. Whether you’re looking to improve a process, or have an innovative idea awaiting a technology solve, we want you to bring your ideas to the table. We are a close-knit team that looks out for each other, works hard to get the job done, and encourages each other to grow – the perfect place for you to grow your career!

Life at Certis

We are a leading security services organisation. We put technology to work in making the world a safer place. Our mission is that as trusted partners, we protect lives and assets, and deliver integrated critical services. By empowering our people, our goal is to enable our communities to stay safe and thriving. We offer a broad range of opportunities and career pathways for our people to grow and explore their potential. We believe that people, equipped with innovative thinking and technological capabilities will make our world safer, smarter and better.

Duties & Responsibilities

As a Procurement Manager, you will be managing the sourcing, negotiation, and management of service providers for outsourced services. You will also support the client or department in developing and executing sourcing and procurement strategies.

1. Conduct a comprehensive review of tender documents to fully understand the scope of work, contractual obligations, key performance indicators, required OEMs and specialists, pricing structure, and quality submission requirements.
2. Negotiate contracts and commercial terms with suppliers to secure favorable agreements.
3. Tender bid quotations from OEMs / Specialists / Vendors:
   • Solicit & obtain the required quotations.
   • Ensure vendor’s quoted pricing is as per the specified scope of works in the tender document.
   • Ensure any exclusion clause / caveat stated in the quotation has been reviewed.
   • Keep proper documentation of all final quotations received.
4. Develop and maintain strong relationships with OEMs, specialists, and vendors to ensure reliability and innovation in service delivery.
5. Collaborate across internal teams to ensure alignment on procurement strategies and support seamless execution of post-award activities.
6. Maintain an updated vendor repository with trade expertise, certifications, and performance history.
7. Prepare compelling technical and commercial write-ups, ensuring alignment with client requirements and corporate standards.
8. Coordinate internally to share vendor details and quotations and provide support for any subsequent negotiations or related activities as required.
9. Any other related work scope that may be assigned.

Skills & Experience

• Degree (Preferably in Facilities Management) with minimum 2 years of related working experience / Diploma.
• Minimum 4 years of related working experience.
• Meticulous, strong in financial numbers and proficient in MS Excel.
• Possess good interpersonal skills and is a team player.
• In-depth knowledge of Facilities Management procurement practices, OEMs, and vendor accreditation processes.

Recognition & Reward

What you can expect from us:

• Work on world-class security projects renowned for their safety, reliability and efficiency.
• Commitment to your ongoing development, including on-the-job opportunities, formal programs and assistance with further education.
• Community volunteering opportunities.
• A competitive remuneration package, featuring performance-based incentives and a medical insurance and dental allowance.

Certis is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workforce culture, which is supported by our values. Our aim is to attract, develop and retain a truly diverse and high‑performing workforce.