Senior Executive / Assistant Manager, NUCOHS (Analytics & Procurement, 2-Year Contract)

National University Centre for Oral Health, Singapore (NUCOHS); Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

National University Hospital (NUH) seeks a Senior Executive/Assistant Manager to steer Data Analytics & Procurement for NUCOHS. The role turns clinical, operational and financial data into actionable insights, develops dashboards, and supports research initiatives while ensuring cost-effective procurement aligned with organisational priorities.

You will partner with clinicians and stakeholders to deliver data-driven performance reporting and procurement governance, driving continuous improvement

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in data analytics, statistics, information systems or related field is required.
• Minimum 2 years of relevant procurement experience, preferably in healthcare or large organisations.
• Proficient in Excel and Power BI; Python and SQL experience is highly preferred.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and stakeholder management abilities.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with clinicians and stakeholders to collect and analyse clinical, operational and financial data.
• Design and maintain dashboards, scorecards and reports for performance monitoring and decision-making.
• Perform data mining, forecasting and benchmarking to identify improvement opportunities.
• Support clinician research, quality projects and data submissions with rigorous analysis.
• Develop automated reporting and visualisation solutions to improve efficiency and accuracy.
• Ensure data governance and consistency across reports and databases.

Skills

Data analytics

Stakeholder management

Problem solving

Independent working

Education

Bachelor’s degree in data analytics or related field

Tools

Power BI

Excel

Python

SQL

Job description

Career in the Hospital

Join our incredible team at the National University Hospital (NUH), where we believe that a hospital is more than just a workplace. Every day, we witness the remarkable impact that our healthcare professionals can have on individuals, families, and entire communities.

Career in the Hospital

Join our incredible team at the National University Hospital (NUH), where we believe that a hospital is more than just a workplace. Every day, we witness the remarkable impact that our healthcare professionals can have on individuals, families, and entire communities.At NUH, we are driven by a shared purpose – to lend a helping hand to those in need, to be a source of support and healing, and to empower patients to live their best lives.We are looking for passionate and committed individuals to join us as we transform lives and create a lasting impact in the lives of our patients. The impact you make at NUH will be profound, regardless of the role you take up in the hospital.

About NUH

The National University Hospital (NUH) is Singapore’s leading university hospital, with a proud heritage dating back to 1905 with the establishment of what’s now the NUS Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine. Our strong ties with the medical school have shaped us into a unique institution, allowing us to seamlessly integrate clinical care with teaching and research. As a university hospital, we go beyond the realm of providing tertiary medical care. We are a hub of knowledge and innovation, attracting healthcare professionals who are passionate about pushing boundaries and making significant contributions to the field.

About Department And Purpose Of The Position

The Senior Executive/Assistant Manager, Data Analytics & Procurement plays a key role in driving NUCOHS’ operational effectiveness, strategic planning and service excellence through the intelligent use of data and robust procurement governance. The incumbent transforms clinical, operational and financial data into actionable insights, develops dashboards and performance reports, supports clinician performance monitoring and research initiatives, and enables evidence-based decisionmaking across the Centre. In parallel, the role ensures that procurement activities are well-planned, compliant, cost-effective and aligned with organisational priorities, supporting the timely delivery of quality goods and services that enable NUCOHS to achieve its clinical, operational and transformation goals.

Key Responsibilities

Data Analytics, Reporting and Dashboarding (50%)

• Partner clinicians, and operational stakeholders in the collection, management and analysis of clinical, operational and financial data.
• Design, develop and maintain dashboards, scorecards and reports to support performance monitoring and management decision-making.
• Perform data mining, trend analysis, benchmarking and forecasting to identify opportunities for operational improvement and resource optimisation.
• Support clinician performance tracking, research projects, quality improvement initiatives and data submissions through data extraction, validation and analysis.
• Develop automated reporting and data visualisation solutions to improve reporting efficiency, accessibility and accuracy.
• Ensure data integrity, governance and consistency across reports, dashboards and databases.

Procurement & Contract Management (50%)

• Lead end-to-end procurement activities, including sourcing, quotation/tender exercises,vendor evaluation, contract administration, purchase requisitions and purchase orders, ensuring timely and cost-effective procurement outcomes.
• Work with stakeholders to understand business requirements, provide procurement advice and develop value-for-money sourcing strategies that support organisational objectives.
• Manage vendor relationships, monitor contract utilisation and supplier performance, and oversee contract renewals to ensure service quality and business continuity.
• Conduct spend analysis, market benchmarking and demand forecasting to identify opportunities for cost savings, process improvements and resource optimisation.
• Drive procurement improvement initiatives through data analytics, process review and automation, and prepare procurement reports and insights to support management decision-making.
• Ensure compliance with NUHS procurement policies, governance requirements and financial procedures, while maintaining proper documentation, audit readiness and effective risk controls.

Any ad-hoc duties assigned by reporting officer or HOD.

Key Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in data Analytics, Statistics, Business Analytics, Information Systems,Computer Science, Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Operations Management or a related discipline. Professional certifications in data analytics, business intelligence, procurement or process improvement will be advantageous.
• Minimum 2 years of relevant experience in procurement, preferably in healthcare, public sector or large corporate environments.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Power BI (or equivalent data visualisation tools). Experience in Python and SQL for data analysis, automation and process improvement will be highly preferred.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to translate data into actionable insights.
• Able to work independently, manage multiple priorities and drive continuous improvement initiatives.

Closing & Applications

When you join NUH, you become part of a dynamic and collaborative environment where expertise, knowledge, and compassion all come together. Working in healthcare offers satisfaction that extend far beyond the ordinary. The smiles of gratitude from patients and the profound sense of fulfilment that comes from helping others cannot be measured. It is a career that allows for both personal and professional growth. The challenges you encounter in this rapidly evolving industry push you to constantly expand your knowledge and skills, as well as encourage lifelong learning. Be a part of a team that gets to create a transformative healthcare experience for our patients and professionals alike.