Procurement Manager

Business Networking International; Singapore; On-site; SGD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Business Networking International is seeking a Procurement Manager in Singapore to manage procurement and vendor management activities across APAC. You will ensure consistent execution of procurement processes, maintain compliance, and partner with country teams for operational needs.

The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience in procurement, strong negotiation skills, and an understanding of regional compliance practices. This full-time position offers a dynamic work environment in a multicultural setting.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of procurement, sourcing, vendor management, or contract management experience.
• Experience managing regional or multi-country procurement operations preferred.
• Ability to work across multicultural environments and regional teams.

Responsibilities

• Own execution of procurement operations across APAC.
• Manage vendor sourcing, evaluation, and onboarding activities.
• Conduct vendor due diligence and background checks.
• Negotiate commercial terms and service agreements.
• Ensure adherence to procurement governance and compliance requirements.

Skills

Business-level English proficiency

Negotiation skills

Stakeholder management skills

Analytical skills

Understanding of procurement governance

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Procurement, Supply Chain, Finance, or related field

Job description

This role manages procurement and vendor management activities across APAC, supporting day-to-day sourcing, contracting, and vendor oversight. It ensures consistent execution of procurement processes, maintains compliance with established standards, and partners with country teams to meet operational needs. The role also supports cost management and continuous improvement of procurement practices within defined frameworks.

Job Responsibilities:

• Own execution of procurement operations across APAC, ensuring consistent application of established processes, standards, and governance
• Manage vendor sourcing, evaluation, and onboarding activities across the region
• Conduct vendor due diligence and background checks to support risk management and compliance
• Negotiate commercial terms, pricing, and service agreements within established frameworks
• Ensure adherence to procurement governance, compliance requirements, and internal controls
• Support regional cost optimization initiatives through effective vendor management and sourcing execution

Contract Management & Governance

• Review and manage vendor contracts across the region
• Review and negotiate contracts to safeguard the organization’s commercial, legal, and operational interests.
• Monitor contract renewals, expiry dates, and vendor obligations
• Maintain a centralized contract repository and tracking system
• Support legal and finance teams with contract documentation and compliance reviews

Cost Optimization & Strategic Sourcing

• Identify cost‑saving and vendor consolidation opportunities
• Negotiate regional and bulk purchasing agreements
• Support regional procurement initiatives
• Benchmark vendor pricing and procurement practices across markets

Operational Support & Process Improvement

• Develop, implement, and maintain standardized procurement SOPs and workflows
• Support procurement governance and internal audit activities
• Create and maintain procurement dashboards, reports, andKPI tracking
• Train and support regional teams on procurement processes and policies
• Work closely with country leaders to support operational procurement needs
• Any additional duties needed to help demonstrate our core values, drive our vision, and fulfill our mission.
• Process Management:Establishes, maintains, and improves structured procurement processes to ensure consistency and efficiency across markets
• Project Management:Manages multiple procurement initiatives, timelines, and vendor onboarding activities with clear organization and follow‑through
• Financial Acumen: Applies cost awareness and commercial judgment to support budgeting, vendor negotiations, and cost‑saving efforts
• Negotiation:Effectively negotiates pricing, terms, and service agreements with vendors to achieve favorable and compliant outcomes
• Relationship Building:Builds and maintains effective working relationships with vendors and internal stakeholders across countries
• Risk Management:Identifies and mitigates vendor, contract, and compliance risks through due diligence and governance practices

Qualifications:

Required:

• Business-level English proficiency required; Chinese and/or other Asian language skills are an advantage
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Procurement, Supply Chain, Finance, or related field or equivalent experience
• 5+ years of procurement, sourcing, vendor management, or contract management experience
• Experience managing regional or multi-country procurement operations preferred, including China
• Strong negotiation and commercial management skills
• Understanding of procurement governance and compliance practices
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills
• Ability to work across multicultural environments and regional teams
• Experience in APAC markets preferred

Preferred:

• Strong analytical and organizational skills
• Experience with procurement systems and contract tracking tools
• Knowledge of vendor risk management and due diligence processes
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously

Physical Demands and WorkingConditions:(Working Conditions apply globally. The Physical Demands section is included to meet U.S. regulatory expectations and may not apply to individuals located outside the United States.)

Sedentary work. Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects. Repetitive motion. Substantial movements (motions) of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers. The worker is required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; extensive reading.

This is a full‑time position. This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

BNI has recently become aware of the fraudulent use of our name on job postings and in recruiting emails and calls that are in not in any way associated with us. BNI will never ask you to provide sensitive personal information (such as your social security number) as part of the recruiting process; send you any unsolicited job offers or employment contracts; require any fees, payments, or access to financial accounts; and/or extend an offer without conducting an interview.

If you suspect you are being scammed or have been scammed online, you may report the fraud to the Federal Bureau of Investigation and the Federal Trade Commission.