Senior Manager, Procurement

Sentosa Development Corporation; Singapore; On-site; SGD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Singapore is seeking a Procurement Specialist to enhance their procurement function through strategic advice and innovative practices. This role involves managing complex tender processes, promoting digital transformation, and fostering procurement excellence across various business divisions. Candidates should possess a recognized degree in a relevant field and have proven procurement experience, with an emphasis on public sector projects.

Qualifications

• Degree in Building, Quantity Surveying or related discipline with relevant industry experience.
• Experience in procurement, preferably in public sector.
• Proficiency in GeBIZ and familiarity with Government IM requirements.

Responsibilities

• Leading major and complex construction and consultancy tenders.
• Managing end-to-end tendering processes aligned with procurement objectives.
• Implementing digitalization and data analytics initiatives to enhance efficiency.

Skills

Analytical skills

Critical thinking

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Education

Recognized degree in Building or Quantity Surveying

Tools

GeBIZ

Job description

Overall Job Purpose

As a key member of the team responsible for the organization’s procurement function, the role involves executing tendering processes and delivery, providing strategic procurement advice to business divisions, and supporting the Procurement team in driving innovation and enhancing efficiency. This includes contributing to policy development and process review, spearheading digital transformation initiatives, and promoting capability-building efforts to foster procurement excellence.

Key Responsibilities

The job holder will have the opportunity to engage in a variety of responsibilities, including:

• Leading major and complex construction and consultancy tenders from initiation to award.
• Managing end-to-end tendering processes, ensuring alignment with procurement objectives, policies, and procedures. This includes collaborating with business divisions to understand their needs, developing tender requirements, and providing contract advisory services post-award.
• Offering expert advice and leading discussions on complex procurement issues that may involve unconventional tender methodologies, contract structures, or terms and conditions. This may include approaches like BCA’s Collaborative Contracting, multi-disciplinary consultancy tenders with phased awards, or projects under the MOF Gateway Process.
• Contributing to Procure-to-Pay process improvements by streamlining procurement policies, processes, and templates, as well as developing guides and resources to facilitate user navigation and improve procurement agility.
• Supporting the implementation of digitalization and data analytics initiatives to enhance operational efficiency and procurement performance, leveraging data to identify trends and gain actionable insights.
• Promoting knowledge-sharing and effective communication of procurement policies and initiatives to internal stakeholders, fostering greater awareness and competency in procurement practices across the organization.

Job Requirements

• A recognized degree in Building, Quantity Surveying, or a related discipline, with relevant industry experience.
• Proven experience in procurement, with a preference for candidates who have worked in public sector procurement.
• Proficiency in GeBIZ, familiar with Government IM requirements and Public Sector Standard Conditions of Contract is essential.
• Strong critical thinking, analytical, planning, and organizational skills.
• A self-motivated, resourceful, and committed individual, capable of working both independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to engage effectively with stakeholders at all levels, demonstrating strong interpersonal skills.
• Detail-oriented with a meticulous approach to work.
• Experience in conceptualizing, developing, and implementing procurement policies or initiatives is an advantage.
• A strong interest in utilizing data analytics to identify insights and trends.

This is a 3-year contract with the possibility of renewal.