Senior Manager / Manager (Procurement Services)

VITAL; Singapore; On-site; SGD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A government procurement agency in Singapore is seeking a motivated individual for an entry-level position in procurement. This role focuses on analyzing government spend data and managing the procurement cycle. Preferred candidates will have some relevant experience, with a strong emphasis on relationship management and negotiation skills. The agency prioritizes personal growth and offers a collaborative environment fostering innovation and efficiency. If you are resourceful and eager to make a difference in public service, consider applying to join this dynamic team.

Benefits

Training opportunities in high-demand skills

Work-life harmony support

Qualifications

• Entry-level position; candidates without relevant experience are welcome.
• Preferred candidates should have at least 3 years of relevant work experience in public sector procurement.

Responsibilities

• Analyse government expenditure and develop procurement strategies.
• Managed the end-to-end procurement cycle and lead contract negotiations.
• Develop relationships and provide consultative advice on procurement policy.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Relationship management

Job description

What the role is:

The candidate will be part of VITAL's Procurement Services team responsible for analysing government expenditure, developing and managing VITAL Procurement Services Program for the Public Sector, as well as supporting VITAL’s Service Partners in procurement processes. The objective is to deliver cost savings, improve processes and services.

What you will be working on:

• Analyse government spend data to make informed decisions, develop strategies for strategic sourcing, demand aggregation and contract management, and identify opportunities for cost consolidation, optimization and process improvement.
• Manage the end‑to‑end procurement cycle from research, planning, preparing tender specifications, managing end‑to‑end tender process from publishing tender, evaluating and awarding tender.
• Lead contract negotiations and ensure effective management of all existing contracts related to the government procurement services program.
• Manage and assess strategic vendors’ performance based on established service levels and KPIs.
• Develop strong relationships with client agencies, provide consultative advice on procurement policy and best practices and encourage clients to build up proactive feedback culture.
• Lead and facilitate client engagement activities on procurement projects, sharing sessions, service reviews and service issue resolution.
• Continuous review of the government procurement services program to ensure it evolves and develops to meet changing client agencies’ requirements, and identify future strategies and sourcing initiatives with strong focus in efficiency management and cost savings.
• Ensure that the team delivers high quality service to customers by monitoring KPIs and managing customers’ queries and issues.
• Work with the Users in developing appropriate procurement strategies to achieve effective procurement.

What we are looking for:

• Entry level position where candidates without relevant experience are welcome to apply.
• Candidates with at least 3 years of relevant work experience in procurement role in the public sector would be preferred.
• Excellent written, presentation and verbal skills.
• Strong negotiation and analytical skills.
• Independent, highly motivated individual who takes initiatives and is resourceful.
• Able to effectively interact and build relationships with diverse internal and external stakeholders.

About VITAL

Looking to make an impact in your career? Join VITAL, a department under the Ministry of Finance that is transforming the delivery of corporate services in the Singapore Public Service. As the Central Agency for Corporate Shared Services, we provide HR, Payroll, Finance, Procurement and other essential services to over 100,000 public officers and 100 government agencies. Also as the Robotics & Automation Lead for corporate and administrative services domain, we are at the forefront of driving innovation and technology adoption. More than just an organisation, we are a community committed to creating an inclusive environment that cares for our officers. We prioritise your growth and development, offering exciting career prospects and training opportunities in high-demand skills like Data Analytics, Design Thinking and Robotics Process Automation. We understand the importance of work‑life harmony and strive to support our officers in achieving it. If you are a dynamic and innovative team player who aligns with our vision, we invite you to apply and be part of VITAL shaping the future of corporate shared services! Visit us at www.vital.gov.sg or follow us on LinkedIn at www.linkedin.com/company/vital-ministry-of-finance.