Manager/Senior Manager (Procurement)

What the role is:

You will be a member of the Procurement Team to work with internal stakeholders to manage procurement processes and operations, while ensuring compliance with government procurement policies and procedures.

Your work roles include the procurement operations to manage quotation and tender exercises, and to guide and advise users on procurement processes, policies and management of contracts. You should have a strong grasp on the principles of government procurement, and good understanding on various sourcing approaches, pricing strategies and contract mechanisms. You are required to be competent in preparation of tender documents and evaluation reports, and work closely with internal stakeholders as well as engage other agencies for consultations. You are also required to analyse procurement trends, identify process challenges, recommend follow-up actions and implement control measures to improve process governance. A good knowledge and experience in the procurement of construction-related services is preferred.

What we are looking for:

1. Areas of studies in Quantity Surveying, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Finance, or related disciplines with analytical skillset, and preferably with professional training in procurement operations such as managing tenders, contract management and procurement governance.
2. Relevant working experience in procurement policies and operations in the public sector, preferably with knowledge and experience in managing construction-related tenders.
3. Good writing and communication skills.
4. Meticulous, conscientious and with good reasoning skills.
5. Independent, self-driven and self-motivated.

Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

About National Parks Board:

At the National Parks Board (NParks), we take pride in conserving our natural heritage and enhancing green spaces for all to enjoy in our City in Nature. We have a multi-talented and highly passionate team that is driven by the goal to create a unique world-class living environment through excellence in biodiversity conservation, greenery and recreation, and veterinary care in partnership with the community. If you share our love for nature and animals, and our zest for innovation and continuous learning, we have the perfect working environment for you.