Senior Procurement Executive / Assistant Procurement Manager

DSTA; Singapore; On-site; SGD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A government agency in Singapore is looking for a professional in procurement to manage sourcing and contract processes. The candidate should have a tertiary qualification in any discipline and strong interpersonal and analytical skills. Responsibilities include preparing tender documentation and engaging with suppliers. Experience in a similar role is preferred. This position offers opportunities for training and development in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Knowledge in business, finance, and government procurement is advantageous.
• Organised and meticulous work style is preferred.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team is essential.

Responsibilities

• Understand user requirements and formulate procurement strategies.
• Prepare quotations and tender documentation.
• Conduct tendering and contract management processes.
• Engage with suppliers for market research.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Project management skills

Education

Tertiary qualification in any discipline

Job description

Overview

Join our Procurement family where you will contribute to the defence and national security of Singapore by procuring state-of-the-art defence systems, goods and services. Under guidance and on-the-job training, the role will require you to:

Responsibilities

• Work with users to understand their requirements, review specifications, formulate procurement approaches and strategies appropriate for the purchases.
• Prepare quotations/tender documentations.
• Conduct procurement processes of sourcing, tendering, evaluation, negotiation, and contract management in accordance with policies and guidelines to ensure transparency, fairness and value for money.
• Conduct market research and engage industries to understand supplier landscape and market supply conditions.
• Innovate and add-value to the procurement processes.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification in any discipline
• Knowledge in business, finance and government procurement will be an advantage
• Good interpersonal and communication skills
• Organised and meticulous
• Enjoys critical thinking, problem-solving and analytical work
• Able to work independently and in a team
• Able to work in a fast-paced, challenging and dynamic environment
• Good project management skills

Candidates with relevant working experience may be considered for the position of Assistant Procurement Manager.