Manager, Procurement (Policies & Compliance)

Changi Airport Group; Singapore; On-site; SGD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A major airport authority in Singapore is seeking a procurement governance expert to ensure that procurement policies are continuously reviewed and updated. The candidate will provide support across divisions, acting as a key liaison for procurement-related queries and auditor communications. The role requires strong communication skills and minimum eight years of relevant experience in governance or compliance, along with a degree in Accountancy or Business.

Qualifications

• Minimum eight years of relevant experience in a governance or compliance role.
• Good understanding of the procurement function with some accounting knowledge.
• Ability to engage and manage senior stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Ensure procurement policies and procedures are reviewed and updated.
• Address queries and provide support on procurement policies.
• Prepare regular bulletins to share tips and highlight concerns.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Strong critical thinking

Problem-solving skills

Attention to detail

Education

Degree in Accountancy, Business or equivalent

Tools

SAP

Power BI

Tableau

Job description

You will play an important role in ensuring that procurement policies and procedures are continuously reviewed and updated to meet evolving business needs. Your primary responsibility is to ensure that the procurement policies and procedures continue to stay relevant and that the division users are trained to understand and comply with the policies and procedures when executing their procurement transactions. Additionally, you will review and provide recommendations on subsidiary policies to ensure alignment with the Group's policies. You may also lead or participate in ad hoc projects aimed at improving user experience or governance in procurement transactions.

As a trusted advisor to divisions, you will address queries and provide support on procurement policies and procedures, ensuring smooth and effective collaboration across the organization. Furthermore, you will act as the key liaison to auditors, addressing any audit questions or concerns related to procurement policies and procedures. Regular bulletins will be prepared to share tips and highlight concerns relating to procurement activities, ensuring that division users are well-informed and up-to-date on best practices and potential issues.

Requirements:

• Degree in Accountancy, Business or equivalent professional qualifications
• Minimum eight years of relevant experience in a governance or compliance role
• Good understanding of the procurement function with some accounting knowledge and data analytics experience will be an advantage.
• Excellent communication skills in both verbal and written form and in engaging and managing senior stakeholders.
• Strong critical thinking and problem‑solving skills, high attention to detail and positive hands‑on attitude.
• Proficient in systems such as SAP, electronic procurement system, etc.
• Knowledge in data analytic tools such as Power BI, Tableau, etc. will be an advantage.