Senior Associate/Assistant Manager (Supply Management), RSC

Agency for Science, Technology and Research (A*STAR); Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading research agency is looking for a Supply Chain Manager to develop strategies maximizing user satisfaction while minimizing costs. You will be responsible for procurement activities, vendor negotiations, and collaborating with stakeholders to ensure timely delivery of research materials. Strong organizational skills and relevant experience are essential for this role.

Qualifications

• Strong organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Self-starter with strong problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Develops supply chain strategy to maximize end-users satisfaction.
• Plans and coordinates procurement activities for research materials.
• Collaborates with stakeholders to determine aggregated contracts.

Skills

Organizational skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Education

Diploma or Bachelor Degree in Supply Chain Management

Relevant work experience in Procurement

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Job Description:

• Develops appropriate supply chain strategy to maximize end-users satisfaction at the lowest possible cost.
• Plans, manages, and coordinates all activities related to the sourcing and demand aggregated procurement of necessary research consumables and materials needed to meet the changing levels of research’s demand.
• Collaborating with various stakeholders (i.e. end-users, HQ Procurement team, and vendors) to determine and identify the potential demand aggregated contracts that benefits A*STAR.
• Ensure achievement of cost and timelines in meeting objectives across the supply chain function.
• Reviewing of vendors and perform negotiations to obtain the best possible rates.
• Analyse and identify process limitations and/or risks. Creation and implementation of necessary action plans.
• Member of the operations staff, responsible to routinely report on department Tracking Indicators along with appropriate analysis and countermeasures where necessary.

Job Requirements:

• Diploma or Bachelor Degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Analytics, or a related field; or relevant work experience in Procurement or Contract Management.
• Strong organizational skills with meticulous attention to detail.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Powerpoint, Outlook).
• Self-starter with a strong sense of urgency and initiative.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive, solution-oriented mindset.
• Willingness to learn and adapt to new challenges.
• Mature thinking, dependable, and capable of working with minimal supervision.