Senior Manager, Group Procurement

ComfortDelGro Group; Singapore; Presencial; SGD 120.000 - 180.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

ComfortDelGro Group is seeking a Senior Manager/Manager, Group Procurement (Direct) to lead direct procurement category initiatives across key spend areas such as Vehicle Repair and Maintenance, Automotive Parts, Energy and related services.

You will own category strategies, drive strategic sourcing, manage supplier relationships, and collaborate with Finance, Legal and business units to ensure value delivery and risk controls.

Formación

• Experience in direct procurement and category management.
• Ability to develop and execute sourcing strategies.
• Strong supplier relationship management skills.
• Proven cost-saving initiatives.
• Excellent analytical and negotiation abilities.

Responsabilidades

• Own and manage direct procurement categories.
• Develop competitive sourcing strategies.
• Analyze spend across units to identify value.
• Evaluate and manage suppliers; drive performance reviews.
• Coordinate with Finance, Legal to align strategy.
• Negotiate contracts and manage risk.
• Monitor market trends and supplier capabilities.

Conocimientos

Category management

Strategic sourcing

Spend analysis

Supplier management

Contract negotiations

Risk management

Cross-functional

Data analytics

Stakeholder mgmt

Educación

Bachelor’s degree

Herramientas

Excel

ERP systems

Descripción del empleo

Senior Manager/Manager, Group Procurement (Direct)

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced and strategic Procurement Category Senior Manager/Manager (Direct) to manage sourcing and category initiatives within the direct procurement space. The ideal candidate should possess a strong background in direct procurement and supplier management, with the ability to develop and execute sourcing strategies that align with business objectives and deliver value that match the stakeholders’ expectations.

Responsibilities

• Category Ownership : Manage direct procurement category, consisting of but not limited to Vehicle Repair and Maintenance, Automotive Parts, Automotive Fluid, Energy, Tyre, Tyre related Services, Component Overhaul & Repair, Vehicle Services, Bus System and projects, ensuring alignment with business goals and technology road maps.
• Strategic Sourcing : Develop and execute competitive sourcing strategies that drive value, reduce costs, mitigate supply risks that meet business requirements.
• Spend Analysis & Optimization : Analyse spends across business units within the Group and identify opportunities to obtain better value to the business.
• Supplier Management : Conduct evaluation, selection and performance management of suppliers. Build and maintain strategic relationships with key suppliers through business and performance review. Drive continuous improvement plans to deliver new value-add.
• Cross-Functional Management : Interface with assigned business units, Finance, Legal to align procurement strategy with enterprise objectives.
• Contract & Risk Management : Conduct contract negotiations and manage contractual obligations. Ensure compliance with commercial terms, legal requirements and cybersecurity standards.
• Market Intelligence : Monitor global market trends, innovations and supplier capabilities to proactively adapt category strategies.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree, with a minimum of 5 years of direct procurement experience.
• Ability to understand purchase requirements, formulate sourcing plans and negotiation strategic.
• Good knowledge of procurement best practices, contract and commercial laws, financials and cost analysis
• Proven experience in contract negotiation, supplier relationship management, and driving cost saving initiatives.
• Strong analytical, problem solving & decision making and interpersonal skills.
• Written and verbal skills enabling effective communication with all levels.