Are you technically skilled and experienced in project-based procurement Do you want to apply your knowledge in challenging international projects and contribute to the energy transition and digitalization Then this Project Procurement Manager role in Singapore at Siemens is tailor-made for you!
You'll make a difference in:
- Leading Project Procurement Strategy: Drive procurement activities with a primary focus on the sales and tender phase for selected customers, while also supporting execution activities. Coordinate procurement workstreams, advise stakeholders on procurement matters, and ensure implementation of procurement strategies and project targets.
- Managing End-to-End RFQ Processes: Lead complex RFQs for materials and services, specializing in eHouses and modular structures integrating Siemens MV/LV switchgear, busbar systems, and third-party equipment.
- Driving Supplier Selection & Commercial Negotiations: Conduct supplier evaluations, total cost of ownership (TCO) assessments, contract negotiations, and award recommendations to secure competitive commercial agreements.
- Developing Strategic Supplier Networks: Build, expand, and manage an international supplier ecosystem across Southeast Asia and China, ensuring supplier capability, capacity, competitiveness, and long-term partnerships.
- Collaborating Across Functions & Regions: As part of the Project Procurement of the Center of Competence for Data Center in EMEA/APAC (with locations in Den Haag, Chennai & Singapore), you will act as the key procurement interface for the APAC Sales and Bid Management organization in Singapore, working closely with the Senior Buyer for eHouses and Modular Structures in Chennai, India.
- Managing Supplier Performance & Risk: Support supplier claim resolution, escalation management, and risk mitigation activities to ensure successful project execution.
- Driving Cost Optimization & Procurement Excellence: Identify and lead cost optimization initiatives, efficiency improvements, and procurement transformation programs, including sustainability and digitalization initiatives.
Your success is grounded in:
- Project Procurement Leadership: You bring 15+ years of international project procurement experience spanning both tender and execution phases within complex project environments.
- Regional Supplier Expertise: You possess 10+ years of sourcing and supplier management experience across Southeast Asia and China, with a strong understanding of international procurement and contract management.
- Commodity & Category Management Experience: You have at least 5 years of experience managing categories or commodities, ideally involving eHouses, modular structures or electrical infrastructure solutions.
- Electrical & Technical Acumen: You demonstrate strong knowledge of complex technical products, including modular electrical buildings (eHouses), Medium Voltage (MV) and Low Voltage (LV) systems, switchgear, transformers, UPS systems, and related site installations.
- Commercial & Negotiation Strength: You have proven success in supplier negotiations, contract management, total cost analysis, and strategic sourcing decisions.
- Stakeholder Management & Communication Skills: You are an effective communicator and presenter, capable of influencing stakeholders across procurement, engineering, sales, and project organizations.
- Adaptability & Global Mindset: You thrive in a fast-paced international environment and are willing to travel across APAC and occasionally to Europe or India to support supplier development and project objectives.
In return, we offer you:
- Flexible mobile working policy that allows for time off for you to recharge and spend more time with your loved ones
- Attractive compensation and benefits.
- Values-driven work culture with inclusive workplace policies and practices that prioritize diversity and inclusion
- Endless possibilities and opportunities for progression and learning.
Recruitment Process
- CV Screening
- A session with our recruiter to understand your motivation & your past experiences
- 1-2 Business Interviews
- Offer Stage
Come join us, and transform the everyday with us.
We value your unique identity and perspective and are fully committed to providing equitable opportunities and building a workplace that reflects the diversity of society. Come bring your authentic self and create a better tomorrow with us.
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