Senior Public Procurement Leader (Contract)

PERSOL SINGAPORE PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 180,000 - 250,000; Part time

Job summary

PERSOL Singapore Pte. Ltd. is seeking a Deputy Chief Procurement Officer on a contract basis to lead public sector procurement operations in Singapore. The role requires strategic oversight, governance and stakeholder collaboration to drive value and risk management.

You will oversee end-to-end procurement across categories, ensure compliance with GeBIZ, and drive continuous improvement in procurement performance while managing high-value procurements with an experienced team.

Qualifications

• Minimum 12 years of experience in public sector procurement.
• Extensive experience managing end-to-end procurement operations, including complex and high-value procurements.
• Proven track record in leading procurement teams and driving operational excellence.
• Strong knowledge of IM (Procurement) and the GeBIZ procurement system.
• Excellent leadership, stakeholder management, analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to influence stakeholders and provide strategic procurement advice in a complex operating environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee end-to-end procurement operations across multiple procurement categories.
• Ensure procurement activities are conducted efficiently and in accordance with established procurement policies, regulations, and governance requirements.
• Provide strategic oversight and guidance on procurement risks, complex procurement challenges, and procurement strategies.
• Drive procurement aggregation and sourcing initiatives to improve operational efficiency and optimise procurement outcomes.
• Identify opportunities for cost optimisation and value creation through effective sourcing strategies, market engagement, and supplier partnerships.
• Lead category management initiatives to strengthen procurement performance.
• Act as a trusted procurement advisor to internal stakeholders on complex and high-value procurement matters.
• Collaborate closely with business units to support demand planning, procurement strategies, and long-term sourcing objectives.
• Guide stakeholders on procurement approaches, governance requirements, and risk management.
• Oversee contract management and supplier relationship management practices.
• Promote strong procurement governance and operational continuity across procurement activities.
• Champion process improvements and best practices to enhance procurement efficiency and service delivery.
• Drive initiatives that strengthen procurement capabilities and operational effectiveness.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Analytical

Problem solving

Communication

Influence

Tools

IM (Procurement)

GeBIZ

Job description

PERSOL Singapore Pte. Ltd. is seeking a Deputy Chief Procurement Officer on a contract basis to lead public sector procurement operations in Singapore. The role requires strategic oversight, governance and stakeholder collaboration to drive value and risk management.

You will oversee end-to-end procurement across categories, ensure compliance with GeBIZ, and drive continuous improvement in procurement performance while managing high-value procurements with an experienced team.