Procurement Manager

NEXBRIDGE RECRUITMENT PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

NEXBRIDGE RECRUITMENT PTE. LTD. in Singapore is seeking an experienced Procurement Manager to lead strategic sourcing, supplier management, contract negotiations, and procurement operations.

The role emphasizes cost optimization, governance, and compliance in a manufacturing/industrial environment, with leadership of a procurement team and cross-functional collaboration.

You will drive efficiency, manage tenders, and ensure alignment with policy and regulatory requirements.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Business.
• Minimum 5-8 years of progressive procurement experience, including at least 3 years in a managerial or supervisory role.

Responsibilities

• Strategic Procurement & Sourcing: Develop and implement procurement strategies aligned with business objectives; review policies to improve efficiency.
• Supplier & Contract Management: Manage full supplier lifecycle, negotiate pricing, terms, and warranties; monitor performance.
• Tendering & Commercial Evaluation: Oversee quotation and tender processes; evaluate proposals and prepare award recommendations.
• Cost, Budget & Performance Management: Monitor expenditure; identify cost-saving opportunities; report on procurement performance.
• Governance, Risk & Compliance: Ensure compliance with policies, regulatory requirements, and audit needs; maintain documentation.
• Stakeholder & Team Collaboration: Work with Finance, Operations, HR and others; provide leadership to procurement team.

Skills

Strategic procurement

Supplier negotiations

Contract management

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Cost savings

ERP systems

Excel & PowerPoint

Education

Diploma or Degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Business

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

We are looking for an experienced Procurement Manager to lead strategic sourcing, supplier management, contract negotiations, and procurement operations. The successful candidate will drive cost optimization, strengthen supplier partnerships, and ensure procurement activities comply with company policies, regulatory requirements, and industry best practices.

This role requires strong commercial acumen, leadership capabilities, and experience in a manufacturing, precision engineering, or industrial environment.

Key Responsibilities

1. Strategic Procurement & Sourcing

• Develop and implement procurement and sourcing strategies aligned with business objectives.
• Review and enhance procurement policies, procedures, and workflows to improve efficiency and strengthen governance.
• Identify supply chain risks and implement measures to mitigate commercial and operational challenges.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to achieve cost savings and optimize procurement processes.

2. Supplier & Contract Management

• Manage the full supplier lifecycle, including sourcing, qualification, onboarding, performance evaluation, contract renewal, and termination.
• Negotiate pricing, payment terms, warranties, service levels, and other commercial conditions.
• Build strong supplier relationships and resolve issues relating to delivery, quality, and performance.
• Monitor supplier performance against key indicators, including cost, quality, delivery, and responsiveness.

3. Tendering & Commercial Evaluation

• Oversee end-to-end quotation and tender processes in accordance with established procurement procedures.
• Evaluate supplier proposals, conduct commercial assessments, and prepare award recommendations for management approval.
• Review supplier contracts to ensure commercial suitability, compliance, and effective risk management.
• Monitor contract expiry dates and coordinate timely renewals, renegotiations, or re-tendering.

4. Cost, Budget & Performance Management

• Monitor procurement expenditure and ensure effective budgetary control.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities through supplier negotiations, consolidated purchasing, volume discounts, and alternative sourcing.
• Track procurement spending, cost variances, and savings against established targets.
• Prepare procurement reports and analysis to support management decision-making.

5. Governance, Risk & Compliance

• Ensure procurement activities comply with company policies, regulatory requirements, ethical standards, and audit requirements.
• Maintain accurate documentation of tenders, contracts, approvals, and supplier communications.
• Support internal and external audits, address audit findings, and implement corrective actions.
• Report on procurement performance, supplier risks, spending, and compliance to management.

6. Stakeholder & Team Collaboration

• Work closely with Finance, Operations, HR, and other business units to understand procurement requirements.
• Advise internal stakeholders on sourcing strategies, supplier selection, procurement policies, and contract matters.
• Support new business initiatives and projects from procurement planning through contract execution.
• Provide leadership and guidance to the procurement team to ensure effective execution of procurement activities.

Job Requirements

• Diploma or Degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Business, or a related discipline.
• Minimum 5-8 years of progressive procurement experience, including at least 3 years in a managerial or supervisory role.
• Proven experience in strategic sourcing, supplier negotiations, tender management, and contract administration.
• Experience in manufacturing, precision engineering, or an industrial environment is strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to manage end-to-end procurement processes, including quotation, tender evaluation, and contract award recommendations.
• Familiarity with ERP systems and procurement modules.
• Strong knowledge of procurement governance, audit, compliance, and commercial risk management.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint, with experience in spend analysis, cost-modelling, and procurement reporting.
• Excellent negotiation, analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong leadership, organizational, and problem-solving abilities, with high standards of integrity and accountability.
• Experience in multi-site or regional procurement operations will be an advantage.

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.