Project Procurement Manager

MODEC Offshore Production Systems (Singapore) / Offshore Frontier Solutions; Singapore; On-site; SGD 75,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading offshore production solutions company is seeking a qualified Project Procurement Manager to oversee procurement activities for complex projects. The successful candidate will ensure that all items are procured efficiently and cost-effectively while maintaining quality standards. This role involves significant supplier relationship management, teamwork, and communication with key stakeholders to support project objectives.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in Supplier Qualification Process.
• In-depth knowledge of industry standards and best practices.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage Project Procurement activities ensuring optimal cost and timely delivery.
• Develop Procurement Plans and manage procurement team performance.
• Establish communication channels with clients and stakeholders.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor degree in a relevant field

Job description

Responsible to manage Project Procurement activities for assigned projects and ensures all items are procured at optimal cost and delivered on time, while meeting quality requirements and engineering specification. To be responsible for execution of packages, supplier performance evaluation, sourcing strategy, developing new suppliers and obtaining significant cost savings for the assigned project. Typically handles complex projects/clients.

Key Accountabilities

Development of Procurement Plan

• Defines and directs activities of all procurement personnel for assigned projects. Implements, tracks and communicates performance criteria for measuring Procurement Department Performance Level.

Management of Project Procurement Team

• Trains all personnel in the procurement department for assigned projects and ensures that all routine procurement functions are carried out efficiently and expeditiously

Monitoring and Managing Procurement Process

• Improves, implements and ensures compliance with procurement policies and procedures. Enforces ethical practices in all dealings with suppliers for the Project and company.

Supplier Relationship Building and Management

• Maintains, evaluates and expands reliable sources of supply and backup sources of supply to ensure adequate suppliers production capacity. Develops new suppliers.

Supplier Evaluation and Its Maintenance

• Develops relationships with key supplier personnel and improves understanding of cost, schedule and quantity drivers. Evaluates and communicates performance measurements to suppliers, identifies areas for improvement and follow-up with corrective actions.

Bid Process Management

• Authorizes purchase orders and other contractual agreements in accordance with policies and procedure for assigned projects. Ensures that all purchase orders are properly prepared and marked with accurate account numbers in accordance with Accounting Requirements.

PO Negotiation and Execution

• Negotiates major purchase orders and contracts and reviews commercial terms with Contract Administration Manager, Procurement Manager, Finance and Commercial as appropriate. Coordinates all contract change orders with project management team.
• Approves invoices for payment per company policies and procedures and PO close out form.

Risk Management

• Identify Project Procurement Risks and put mitigation plan in place.

Customer Relationship and Stakeholder Communication

• Establish proactive communication channels with clients, consistently disseminating Procurement Goals, policies, and progress updates. Through direct engagement or coordination with the PMT (Project Management Team), ensure clients are well informed about the department's objectives and advancements. Translate client feedback into actionable strategies for the procurement team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in a relevant field
• Proven experience in Supplier Qualification Process
• In-depth knowledge of industry standard, regulations, and best practices related to Supplier Pre Qualification Strong analytical and problem-solving skill
• Excellent verbal and written communication skill
• High attention to detail, ensuring accuracy in Pre Qualification assessment and compliance with established criteria.