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Senior Procurement Specialist

One Seven Consulting

Singapore

On-site

SGD 70,000 - 90,000

Full time

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Job summary

A consulting firm in Singapore seeks a Procurement Manager to oversee procurement operations and ensure compliance with policies. The ideal candidate has at least 5 years of experience in procurement within the chemical or process manufacturing industry. Responsibilities include liaising with suppliers, analyzing cost drivers, and generating procurement reports. Proficiency in digital procurement tools and strong negotiation skills are required for this role.

Qualifications

  • Minimum 5 years in procurement, strategic sourcing, or supply chain management.
  • Experience in handling raw materials or specialty chemicals.
  • Proficient in digital tools for procurement operations.
  • Familiarity with ERP platforms and contract management.
  • Strong analytical skills to assess cost drivers and supplier performance.

Responsibilities

  • Act as a liaison between suppliers and internal teams to manage procurement operations.
  • Ensure compliance with internal policies and industry regulations.
  • Research and evaluate alternative sourcing options.
  • Monitor supplier performance and track market trends.
  • Generate procurement reports to monitor KPIs.

Skills

Procurement management
Strategic sourcing
Supplier relationship management
Market analysis
Negotiation skills

Tools

ERP platforms
Procurement systems
Analytics tools
Job description
Key Responsibilities
  • Act as a liaison between suppliers and internal teams to facilitate procurement operations and address supply-related challenges.
  • Manage daily procurement tasks and coordinate with internal stakeholders to ensure materials, products, and services are delivered in line with business timelines and standards.
  • Ensure compliance with internal procurement policies and relevant industry regulations.
  • Maintain supplier master data, agreements, and performance metrics including order quantities, lead times, and key contact details.
  • Work closely with cross-functional teams to assess procurement risks, identify opportunities for cost efficiencies, and support new initiatives.
  • Research alternative sourcing options, evaluate supplier capabilities, and promote competitive sourcing to support business goals.
  • Monitor supplier performance on quality, reliability, and delivery; address performance issues in a timely manner.
  • Track market developments and pricing trends to support budget forecasting and strategic decision-making.
  • Collaborate with internal technical teams and suppliers to align sourcing strategies with business priorities.
  • Participate in regular planning meetings to report on procurement impacts due to supply disruptions, market volatility, or material changes.
  • Support procurement’s role in business expansion projects, new initiatives, and cross-regional sourcing efforts.
  • Generate procurement reports and dashboards to monitor KPIs and identify trends or cost variances.
  • Develop, review, and update strategic sourcing plans based on changing market dynamics, supplier capabilities, and evolving business needs.
  • Partner with stakeholders to resolve recurring supplier issues and coordinate supplier evaluations or audits where applicable.
  • Maintain accurate procurement documentation in accordance with quality standards or regulatory guidelines (e.g. ISO).
  • Engage in cross-functional or global procurement initiatives to ensure alignment and best practice sharing.
Qualifications
  • Minimum 5 years of experience in procurement, strategic sourcing, or supply chain management within the chemical or process manufacturing industry.
  • Experience in handling raw materials, specialty chemicals, intermediates, packaging materials, or related categories.
  • Proficient in digital tools for procurement operations and analytics.
  • Familiarity with procurement systems, ERP platforms, and contract lifecycle management.
  • Experience in negotiating commercial terms and supplier agreements.
  • Knowledge of international sourcing practices and compliance requirements.
  • Ability to analyze cost drivers, supplier performance, and market trends.
  • Exposure to facility services or indirect procurement categories is an advantage.
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