VICE PRESIDENT

ONE VISA PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 150,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading procurement firm in Singapore is seeking a VP-AI driven Procurement Innovation & Sustainability to shape and drive the strategic transformation of procurement practices. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field and at least 15 years of experience in procurement, with a substantial focus on innovation, sustainability, and leadership. This role involves engaging with senior leadership and external stakeholders to maintain market leadership and drive sustainable procurement initiatives.

Qualifications

• Minimum 15 years in procurement, supply chain, or maritime solutions including 7+ years in senior leadership roles.
• Proven experience in procurement innovation, sustainability, and digital transformation.
• Strong track record of budget ownership, financial planning, and resource management.

Responsibilities

• Provide executive-level leadership in AI powered procurement innovation and sustainability.
• Lead budget planning and forecasting for Buyer Growth.
• Represent Procurement Innovation & Sustainability in leadership forums.

Skills

Expert knowledge of procure-to-pay processes

Strong leadership

In-depth understanding of sustainability practices

Ability to integrate AI and digital technologies

Excellent negotiation skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in business administration, Supply Chain Management, Maritime Studies

Job description

Roles & Responsibilities

The VP-AI driven Procurement Innovation & Sustainability is a senior leadership role within Marcura, responsible for shaping and driving the strategic transformation of procurement practices across the organisation. The role ensures that innovation, sustainability, and AI-driven approaches are embedded into procurement processes and solutions. It provides executive-level leadership and direction, actively contributes to senior leadership discussions and budget planning, and represents Procurement Innovation & Sustainability as part of the organisational decision-making body. The role also builds strong relationships with external stakeholders and industry leaders, ensuring Marcura maintains its market leadership in procurement excellence and sustainable growth.

Job Responsibilities

• Strategic Leadership : Provide executive-levelleadership in AI powered procurement innovation and sustainability, ensuring alignment with business objectives.
• Budget & Resource Management : Lead budget planning,allocation, and forecasting for Buyer Growth, ensuring resources deliver measurable outcomes.
• Senior Leadership Engagement : Represent ProcurementInnovation & Sustainability in leadership forums, contributing to corporate strategy and decision-making.
• Solution & Portfolio Oversight : Oversee design, delivery, and adoption of solutions
• Sustainability Leadership : Drive sustainable procurementinitiatives, including waste management, supplier ESG integration, and Scope 3 emissions measurement.
• Client & Stakeholder Engagement : Build direct relationships with strategic client leaders; lead procurement groups / forums to advance high-value initiatives.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration : Partner with Sales, Product,Operations, and Data teams to ensure solutions are scalable, efficient, and client-focused.
• Thought Leadership : Represent Marcura at industry conferences, panels, and associations, positioning the company as a leader in procurement innovation.

Job Requirements: Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in business administration, Supply Chain Management, Maritime Studies, or a related field

Work Experience

• Minimum 15 years in procurement, supply chain, or maritime solutions, including 7+ years in senior leadership roles.
• Proven experience in procurement innovation, sustainability, and digital transformation.
• Strong track record of budget ownership, financial planning, and resource management.
• Experience engaging with executive clients and industry leaders to drive procurement transformation initiatives

Skills and Knowledge

• Expert knowledge of procure-to-pay processes,procurement innovation, and orchestration frameworks.
• Strong leadership, people management, and mentoringskills.
• In-depth understanding of sustainability practices,Scope 3 emissions, and ESG in procurement.
• Ability to integrate AI and digital technologies intoprocurement and compliance practices.
• Financial acumen to manage budgets and ROI analysis.
• Excellent negotiation, presentation, andstakeholder management skills.