Assistant Manager, MRO Procurement

Position Title: Assistant Manager, MRO Procurement

Location: Singapore

Reporting to: Manager, Procurement

Employment Type: Full-time

About RGE

Headquartered in Singapore, Royal Golden Eagle (RGE) is a global group of bio-based resources and energy companies with over US$40 billion in assets and more than 80,000 employees operating across 100+ markets worldwide. Since 1973, RGE has grown into a leader in sustainable natural fibres, edible oils, green packaging, and cleaner energy. Guided by our 5Cs philosophyCommunity, Country, Climate, Customer, and Companywe integrate sustainability as a core driver of long-term growth.

More information on RGE: www.rgei.com; highlights of 2024: RGE 2024 Highlights

About FORINDO

Forindo is RGE's strategic procurement arm, supporting the group's operations through the sourcing and management of key raw material categories including Chemicals, Energy, Packaging, and Consumables/MRO. Working closely with RGE's manufacturing businesses across Asia and globally, Forindo focuses on driving cost efficiency, supply reliability, and long-term value creation through disciplined procurement practices and strong supplier partnerships.

About the Role

We are seeking a motivated procurement professional who is keen to build depth in MRO procurement within a complex, multi-site operating environment. The Assistant Manager, MRO Procurement will support the sourcing, contracting, and day-to-day management of MRO categories, working closely with internal stakeholders and suppliers to ensure cost efficiency, supply continuity, and compliance with group procurement frameworks.

As part of Forindo, you will work alongside experienced procurement professionals and gain exposure to regional procurement activities across RGE's manufacturing operations. We value teamwork, disciplined execution, and continuous learning, and we are committed to supporting your professional growth through hands-on experience, guidance, and development opportunities.

Key Responsibilities

1. MRO Procurement Execution

• Support sourcing, contracting, and purchasing activities across assigned MRO and production consumables categories.
• Participate in RFQs, tenders, and negotiations to establish and manage frame contracts in line with group guidelines.

2. Supplier and Contract Management

• Build and maintain effective working relationships with key suppliers to support service reliability, cost outcomes, and supply risk mitigation.
• Assist in monitoring supplier performance and resolving operational issues related to delivery, quality, pricing, or payment terms.

3. Stakeholder Collaboration and Operational Support

• Work closely with mill operations and site procurement teams across APAC to support MRO requirements and track trial progress.
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders and suppliers to ensure timely availability of materials for maintenance and operations.

4. Spend Analysis and Process Improvement

• Conduct spend analysis for assigned categories to identify consolidation, cost optimisation, and compliance opportunities.
• Support initiatives to improve procurement efficiency, including contract coverage, PO automation, and reduction of contract leakage.
• Identify uncategorised spend areas that may require centralised management.

5. Team and Functional Support

• Support the MRO Procurement Manager in executing agreed priorities and day-to-day procurement activities.
• Contribute to a collaborative team environment and perform ad-hoc tasks as assigned.

Requirements

1. Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Business, or a related discipline.
• 35 years of procurement experience supporting manufacturing or process plant operations; relevant sales experience in industrial/equipment-related industries may also be considered.
• Exposure to plant-level or centralised procurement in a regional or global environment.

2. Skills & Competencies

• Hands-on experience in supplier negotiation, including sole-source situations.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills across operational and improvement initiatives.
• Experience with e-Sourcing or e-RFQ tools (e.g. SAP Ariba, Ivalua, Coupa).
• Working knowledge of Incoterms, Microsoft Office, and spend analysis tools.
• Effective communication in English and Mandarin to engage China-based stakeholders and suppliers.

3. Personal Characteristics

• Able to work independently while collaborating well in a lean team.
• Adaptable, positive, and comfortable in cross-cultural environments.
• Demonstrates integrity and adherence to procurement and compliance standards.
• Experience mentoring or guiding junior staff is an advantage.