Strategic Procurement & Vendor Relations Lead

Panalpina, Inc.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

DSV – Global transport and logistics in Singapore is seeking a procurement professional responsible for sourcing, evaluating, and onboarding vendors across transportation, warehousing, freight, and logistics-related services. The role involves RFQs, tender exercises, and vendor selection to drive cost efficiencies.

You will negotiate terms, monitor SLAs, and support contract renewals while maintaining strong relationships with logistics providers and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Source, evaluate & onboard vendors for transportation, warehousing, freight, and logistics-related services.
• Conduct RFQs, tender exercises, quotation analysis, and vendor selection activities.
• Negotiate rates, commercial terms, and service agreements to achieve cost savings and operational efficiencies.
• Monitor vendor performance against agreed service levels (SLA) and address performance gaps where necessary.
• Support contract administration, including contract renewals, amendments, and compliance monitoring.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with logistics service providers and key stakeholders.
• Analyse procurement spend, market trends, and vendor performance data to identify cost optimization opportunities.
• Ensure procurement activities comply with company policies and governance requirements.
• Support vendor risk management initiatives and identify suitable alternative vendors for critical services.
• Collaborate closely with Operations, Transport, Warehouse, Finance, and Business Development teams on procurement-related matters.

Job description

DSV – Global transport and logistics in Singapore is seeking a procurement professional responsible for sourcing, evaluating, and onboarding vendors across transportation, warehousing, freight, and logistics-related services. The role involves RFQs, tender exercises, and vendor selection to drive cost efficiencies.

You will negotiate terms, monitor SLAs, and support contract renewals while maintaining strong relationships with logistics providers and stakeholders.