Assistant Director, Procurement Advisory

4 days ago

Singapore National Trades Union Congress (NTUC) Full time

Are you passionate about enhancing workers' employment and employability? Can you connect workers with employers through job-matching, career guidance, and skills upgrading? Ready to collaborate on recruitment, training, and job redesign to support nationwide skills development?

If your answers are "yes", we want you to join us and make a significant impact on the employment and employability landscape today

We are seeking a highly effective Manager/Assistant Director to join our Procurement Team in our department dedicated to employment and employability

In this role, you will support NTUC's sub-department's Team Lead in overseeing and leading procurement operations across various departments, ensuring cost-effective sourcing, compliance with organisational procurement policies, and strategic alignment with company objectives. The highly motivated and skilled candidate will manage a team of procurement professionals, engage with key stakeholders, and help drive the efficiency of procurement processes.

Responsibilities:

  • Oversee the procurement function in centralising processes across departments, ensuring alignment with policies and procedures.
  • Manage the renewal and extension of contracts, maintaining a master register and notifying relevant stakeholders as required.
  • Develop and implement strategic procurement plans, policies, and procedures.
  • Review procurement reports to identify opportunities for cost savings, process improvements, and enhanced vendor performance. Present reports to Management to track procurement activities and results.
  • Monitor market trends and industry developments to ensure competitive procurement strategies.
  • Manage the budgeting, forecasting, and reporting for procurement activities.
  • Manage procurement audits and ensure that audits are carried out in a timely and efficient manner.
  • Coordinate and manage the implementation of a new e-procurement system. Identify areas for improvement in procurement processes and implement changes to increase efficiency, reduce costs, and ensure compliance with industry standards.
  • Manage and mentor the procurement team, fostering an environment of growth and ensuring staff are equipped to execute procurement activities effectively. Provide guidance on complex procurement cases.

Requirements

  • Minimum 10 to 15 years of relevant experience, with proven track record in managing a team.
  • Hands on experience in SAP S/4 Materials Management system is preferred.
  • Good knowledge of government procurement policies is preferred.
  • Experience in the implementation of e-procurement systems, with a strong understanding of digital procurement tools and platforms.
  • Ability to confidently present and conduct training sessions to internal stakeholders including Management, on procurement processes, policies, and best practices.
  • Situational problem-solving skills with ability to concise complex problem into executable solutions. Analytical mindset with strong attention to details and financial acumen.
  • Excellent analytical, communication, interpersonal and stakeholder engagement skills.
  • Able to multi-task and work in a dynamic environment to perform duties accurately and prioritise and deliver within tight deadlines.
  • Demonstrated commitment to integrity, ethics, and professionalism in all aspects of work.
  • Proficient in MS Word, Excel & PowerPoint.

Working Location: Jurong East, Devan Nair Institute

Designation and salary will be commensurate with experience.

We will only contact shortlisted candidates.

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