Manager, Procurement, CMD

Ministry of Manpower; Singapore; On-site; SGD 48,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Ministry of Manpower is seeking a procurement professional to champion end-to-end procurement processes across departments in Singapore. You will manage stakeholders, guide evaluations and monitor contract performance, while pushing for process improvements and the adoption of data analytics and AI in procurement.

The role requires 3+ years of public sector procurement experience, strong analytical skills, and the ability to work independently with a customer-service mindset.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of relevant applied public sector procurement experience.
• Domain knowledge in Engineering, Supply-chain or Business would be an advantage.
• Experience handling complex purchasing processes.
• Understanding of IM on Procurement and GeBIZ would be an advantage.
• Ability to engage end users professionally, work independently and maintain a strong customer service mindset and sense of urgency.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to multi-task to meet tight deadlines.
• Inquisitive mindset, pattern recognition, meticulous with mental agility and good teamwork.
• Excellent written, communication, presentation and IT skills are essential.
• PWDs are welcome to apply.

Responsibilities

• Lead department users in Procurement with end-to-end solutions based on industry best practice and guidelines.
• Develop and automate procurement approaches and processes to improve efficiency.
• Ensure all procurement processes are administered in accordance with the Instruction Manual on Procurement.
• Collaborate with project teams to prepare documents, guide the evaluation process and monitor vendor/contract performance.
• Partner departments to adopt new technologies, including data analytics and AI.
• Engage stakeholders effectively, perform data-mining and apply strategic thinking in procurement.

Skills

Procurement experience

Stakeholder management

Analytical thinking

Multi-tasking

Customer service mindset

Tools

GeBIZ

Job description

What the role is:

The role involves championing and guiding departments with their procurement transactions. This includes managing the department’s stakeholders and undertaking early and close partnership of the end-to-end procurement process from approval of requirement to contract management. In addition, the job holder is required to undertake industry research and work improvement projects and initiatives to strengthen procurement professionalism and risk governance.

What you will be working on:

• Lead department users in Procurement with end-to-end solutions based on industry best practice, established guidelines and procedures.
• Develop, re-imagine and automate on procurement approaches, work processes to improve overall efficiency of Procurement functions.
• Ensure that the departments under her/his charge administer all procurement processes and procedures in accordance with the Instruction Manual on Procurement.
• Work closely as a strategic business partner with project teams to prepare the necessary documents, provide guidance for the evaluation process and partner contract owners to monitor awarded vendor and contract performance.
• Partner departments for holistic solutioning, including adopting and adapting to new technologies such as data analytics, artificial intelligence, etc.
• Equip with effective stakeholder engagement, data-mining and strategic thinking skills, in addition to Procurement proficiency.
• Any other tasks assigned by supervisor.

What we are looking for:

• At least 3 years of relevant applied public sector procurement experience.
• Domain knowledge in Engineering, Supply-chain or Business would be an advantage
• Possess industry knowledge and relevant experience in handling complex purchasing.
• Understanding of IM on Procurement and GeBIZ would be an advantage.
• Able to handle end users professionally, work independently and be efficient with a strong customer service mindset and sense of urgency.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills and the ability to multi-task to meet tight deadlines.
• Possess an inquisitive mind, able to connect patterns, meticulous with deft mental agility and a good team player.
• Excellent written, communication, presentation and IT skills are essential.PWDs are welcome to apply

About Ministry of Manpower

Championing Human Potential for a Thriving SingaporeSingaporeans are at the heart of what we do. The Ministry of Manpower (MOM) empowers our people and fosters a thriving, inclusive workforce that drives Singapore's growth and prosperity. By working closely with our tripartite partners, industry and community stakeholders, we strive to create workforce and workplace policies that foster resilience, adaptability, and a bright future for a thriving Singapore. As an MOM officer, you will be part of this meaningful mission, contributing across diverse and impactful areas - from shaping forward-looking and effective manpower policies and strengthening industrial relations, to enhancing workplace safety standards and ensuring balanced local and foreign workforce regulations. Here at MOM, we are committed to creating an inclusive experience not just for our national workforce, but also for our officers who work tirelessly to champion human potential for a thriving Singapore.