Senior Manager / Manager - Group Procurement

NIPPON PAINT HOLDINGS SG PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A major paint company in Singapore is looking for a Procurement Manager to develop strategies aligned with organizational goals. The ideal candidate has 5 to 8 years of experience in procurement, with strong negotiation and analytical skills. You will work closely with suppliers to ensure cost efficiency and quality. Familiarity with procurement tools like SAP Ariba and proficiency in Excel are essential for this role.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5–8 years of experience in procurement or supply chain roles.
• At least 2–3 years in a managerial role.
• Experience in multinational companies is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement procurement strategies.
• Manage relationships with key suppliers.
• Identify cost-saving initiatives.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Analytical skills

Stakeholder management

Attention to detail

Resilience

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or related field

Tools

SAP Ariba

Excel

Power BI

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and Implement Procurement Strategies: Design and execute procurement strategies aligned with organizational goals, ensuring cost-efficiency, quality, and risk mitigation.

• Supplier Management: Establish and maintain relationships with key suppliers, negotiate contracts, manage performance, and ensure compliance with contractual terms.

• Cost Management: Identify and implement cost-saving initiatives across categories while maintaining or improving quality standards and service levels.

• Procurement Data Analytics: Leverage in-house tools, databases or procurement systems and external inputs or benchmarks needed to optimize spend.

• RFQ and Tender Management: Design, manage and evaluate Requests for Quotes (RFQs), tenders and auctions to ensure competitive pricing and quality service delivery.

• Market Analysis: Conduct market research to assess industry trends, pricing dynamics, supplier capabilities.

• Performance Monitoring: Monitor supplier performance and compliance, addressing any issues that arise to ensure service delivery meets organizational standards.

• Reporting: Prepare and present procurement reports for senior management, highlighting key metrics, performance indicators, insights and improvement opportunities.

• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work with various departments to align procurement activities with overall business strategies.

• Ad-hoc / Governance:

  • Develop and implement procurement policies and standard operating procedures (SOPs).

  • Ensure compliance with legal, regulatory, and audit requirements.

  • Lead or support initiatives for ethical sourcing, risk management, and ESG compliance.

  • Support other management-assigned projects as needed.

Skills and Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Procurement, or a related field.

• Experience: Minimum 5–8 years of progressive experience in procurement or supply chain roles, including at least 2–3 years in a managerial role.

• Experience in multinational companies or multi-site operations is a plus

• Technical Skills:

  • Strong understanding of strategic sourcing, contract management, supplier development, and cost modeling.

  • Proficiency in procurement platforms (e.g., SAP Ariba, Coupa, Oracle, Jaggaer) and tools such as Excel, Power BI, or Tableau.

• Soft Skills:

  • Strong negotiation, analytical, and stakeholder management skills.

  • High attention to detail, resilience, and ability to manage competing priorities.

• Certifications (preferred):

  • CIPS (Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply)

  • CPSM (Certified Professional in Supply Management)

  • Six Sigma or Lean training (for process improvement)