IT Senior Manager, Procurement Technology Lead

Who We Are Suntory Beverage & Food strives to be the most locally beloved beverage company in every market we serve. Guided by our founding principles of "Growing for Good," "Yatte Minahare" (the spirit of bold ambition), and "Giving Back to Society", we pursue sustainable growth, bold innovation, and meaningful social impact. Across the Asia Pacific region, we proudly offer trusted brands including Ribena, Lucozade SportTM, BRAND'S Essence of Chicken, Tea+, BOSS Coffee, V Energy - delivering quality products that honor our commitment to harmony with people and nature. At Suntory Singapore, we are proud to be part of the global Suntory Group, a Japanese multinational renowned for its unwavering commitment to health, wellness, and enriching lives. With a legacy deeply rooted in innovation and natural science, we deliver high-quality health enrichment and functional beverages tailored to the needs of Malaysian consumers. Guided by our mission to “Inspire the Brilliance of Life”, we blend cutting-edge research with a profound respect for nature to support holistic well-being — from the inside out. We are the proud brand owner of several iconic products with strong cultural heritage and consumer trust: Ribena – the beloved blackcurrant drink rich in Vitamin C. BRAND’S – a trusted name in health supplements, including the renowned BRAND’S Essence of Chicken. Role Overview The Senior Manager, Procurement Technology Lead is responsible for driving the strategic implementation, optimization, and support of the Coupa platform across the organization. This role ensures that procurement and spend management processes are digitally enabled, efficient, and aligned with business goals. Acting as the key liaison between IT, procurement, finance, and external partners, the role leads the design, delivery, and continuous improvement of Coupa solutions to enhance operational excellence and user experience. This role can be based anywhere in APAC region where SBF offices are located. Key Responsibilities: Digital strategy alignment Ensure digital roadmap is fully aligned for the Coupa Product (Source to Pay Process)Define and deliver the Coupa digital roadmap, ensuring it aligns seamlessly with enterprise procurement and finance strategies across APAC. Lead end-to-end implementation and enhancement projects for Coupa modules—including Procure-to-Pay, Expense Management, and Supplier Management—creating positive impact throughout the region Stakeholders Engagement Act as the single point of contact for Procurement business stakeholders. Manage expectations, escalate blockers, and ensure transparent communication across functions. Collaborate with a diverse range of business stakeholders to gather requirements, prioritize initiatives, and co-create solutions that address real business needs. Operational Improvement & governance Identifying and enabling digitization and automation opportunities, that streamline processes and improve efficiency, by mobilizing the right resources. Oversee IT demand intake, prioritization and execution. Coordinate execution through COE and SME, manage timelines, dependencies and quality across initiatives. Establish and uphold governance, standards, and best practices for Coupa configuration, integration, and data management, fostering consistency and quality Delivery Orchestration Build strong, collaborative relationships with Coupa and third-party implementation partners to ensure high service quality and value for all stakeholders. Setting engagement framework by facilitating initial alignments between business & technical teams, ensuring clarity on objectives, scope and success criteria. Empowering COE/SME to lead subsequent technical discussions & solutioning, while maintaining structured oversight by having progress checkpoints. Digital Advocacy Champion digital adoption and upskilling across the cluster. Inspire business leaders to embrace data-drive decision making and emerging technologies. Drive user engagement and adoption through inclusive training, clear communication, and ongoing support, empowering everyone to thrive in a digital environment. Oversee system support, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement efforts to maintain a stable, high-performing Coupa platform Data & Insights Compliance and Security What You Need To Be Successful Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Business, or a related field (master’s degree preferred). Solid experience in IT or digital roles, with at least 3 years of hands-on experience managing or implementing SAP or Coupa solutions. Strong understanding of procurement, sourcing, invoicing, and expense management processes. Proven experience in leading enterprise application projects, including system integration and change management. Familiarity with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) and their integration with Coupa. Excellent stakeholder management, communication, and leadership skills. Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with a focus on continuous improvement. Coupa certifications or training (e.g., Coupa Admin, Coupa Integration Specialist) are a plus. Experience working in a global or regional role across multiple time zones and cultures is advantageous. #J-18808-Ljbffr