Procurement Manager

Key Responsibilities

Procurement & Strategic Sourcing

• Develop and implement procurement strategies aligned with company objectives.
• Lead and manage the daily operations of the procurement department.
• Identify, evaluate and qualify new suppliers locally and internationally.
• Build long-term strategic partnerships with key suppliers.
• Ensure procurement activities comply with company policies, ISO standards, and statutory requirements.

Vendor Management

• Build and maintain a reliable network of local and overseas suppliers and subcontractors.
• Qualify, appoint and periodically evaluate suppliers based on quality, pricing and delivery performance.
• Negotiate pricing, payment terms, delivery schedules and contractual terms.
• Maintain an approved vendor list and supplier database.
• Resolve supplier quality, delivery and commercial issues.

Project Procurement

• Work closely with Engineering and Project teams to understand project requirements.
• Review engineering specifications and material requirements to ensure accurate and timely procurement.
• Develop procurement schedules to support project timelines.
• Monitor supplier production, shipment and delivery status.
• Identify supply chain risks and develop mitigation plans to minimise project delays.

Cost Control

• Achieve annual procurement cost savings.
• Analyse market trends and pricing.
• Recommend alternative materials or suppliers without compromising quality.
• Monitor procurement budgets and purchasing expenditure.

Inventory & Logistics

• Coordinate with Warehouse and Operations on inventory requirements.
• Monitor stock levels of critical materials and spare parts.
• Coordinate logistics, freight forwarding, customs clearance and import/export documentation when required.

Team Leadership

• Lead and develop the procurement team.
• Establish procurement KPIs and monitor performance.
• Train and mentor procurement executives and buyers.
• Promote continuous improvement within the procurement function.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, Procurement, Engineering, Business Administration or related discipline.
• Minimum 8 years of procurement experience.
• At least 3 years in managerial role.
• Experience in EPC, water treatment, environmental engineering, process engineering, industrial equipment, M&E or construction industries
• Experience managing international suppliers is preferred.
• Knowledge of project procurement and contract management

We regret to inform you that only shortlisted applicants will be notified

EA Personnel: Linda Lim| EA Personnel No: R1221302 | EA License No:02C4944 | HP 8092 7381