Procurement Manager

Procurement Manager Our client is looking for an experienced procurement professional to drive sourcing, vendor management, and procurement operations. Responsibilities Serve as a trusted advisor to business units by understanding operational needs and recommending suitable procurement solutions. Manage sourcing and purchasing activities for strategic and high-value contracts while ensuring alignment with company objectives. Contribute to the development and enhancement of procurement frameworks, policies, and operational guidelines. Maintain adherence to corporate governance standards, procurement controls, and applicable regulatory requirements. Build and maintain strong relationships with vendors to ensure service quality, cost competitiveness, and reliable delivery performance. Drive commercial discussions and contractnegotiations with suppliers to secure favourable business terms. Work closely with cross-functional stakeholders to establish sourcing requirements, specifications, and project expectations. Support procurement planning and strategic initiatives to improve operational effectiveness and support organisational goals. Analyse procurement trends, vendor performance, and spending patterns to generate insights and identify potential cost efficiencies. Identify procurement-related risks and recommend mitigation strategies to strengthen operational resilience. Support internal and external audit activities by ensuring timely documentation and compliance responses. Promote procurement best practices and compliance awareness through stakeholder engagement and continuous process improvements. Participate in digital transformation initiatives, including the rollout and enhancement of e-procurement systems. Provide support, knowledge sharing, and guidance to junior team members as needed. Requirements At least 6 to 9 years of relevantexperience in procurement, strategic sourcing, or supply chain operations. Exposure to SAP S/4HANA, particularlywithin procurement or materials management functions, would be advantageous. Understanding of public sector or regulated procurement environments will be beneficial. Familiarity with procurement automation tools and electronic sourcing platforms is preferred. Proactive and adaptable team player with strong communication and listening skills to effectively understand business requirements. Strong critical thinking and problem-solving abilities, with the capability to translate complex challenges into practical solutions. Possess strong numerical and analytical skills, coupled with good commercial and financial awareness. Effective stakeholder management skills with the ability to build collaborative relationships across different business functions. Capable of handling multiple responsibilities in a fast-moving environment while meeting deadlines with accuracy and attention to detail. Comfortable facilitating discussions, conducting presentations, and supporting stakeholder training initiatives. Demonstrates professionalism, integrity, and a strong sense of accountability in all aspects of work. Well-versed in Microsoft Office applications, especially Excel, Word, andPowerPoint. Office Location: West, Singapore Interested candidates kindly forward your CV to gwengh.hu@peoplesearch.jobs (Gwen Hu, Reg No: R22109984). You may email this great opportunity to someone who would be a great fit for this role. All information will be kept strictly confidential. We regret to inform that only successful applicants will be contacted. PeopleSearch Pte Ltd EA License No: 16S8057