Senior Procurement Manager

Summary:

We are seeking a Procurement Manager to lead the EPC contract strategy and execution for cross-border infrastructure projects, manage sourcing and vendor relationships, ensure contract compliance, and collaborate with teams to optimize procurement outcomes.

Key Responsibilities:

• To lead engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) contract strategy and execution to drive timely, efficient, and risk-smart delivery of cross-border infrastructure.
• Oversee the full sourcing lifecycle for goods and services by ensuring that deals align with company policy, delivers value, and supports system reliability.
• Craft and implement sourcing strategies that balance cost, quality, and risk at every project phase.
• Build and sustain strong relationships with strategic vendors by tracking performance, driving collaboration, and troubleshooting issues swiftly.
• Lead commercial negotiations with vendors and suppliers by determining terms that protect our interests while maintaining resilient partnerships.
• Work in close alignment with technical and commercial team to ensure procurement approach supports project objectives
• Monitor and enforce contractual commitments across the project lifecycle so as to resolve issues early and keep delivery on track.
• Maintain detailed records of legal documents and payment terms to ensure full compliance, clarity, and accountability at all project phases.
• Develop knowledge and database of suppliers, products, and market intel to effectively elevate sourcing outcomes and drive continuous improvement.

What You'll Need:

• Minimum 10 years procurement or equivalent experience in a utilities company, government or MNC, preferably in electrical equipment category
• Experience with procurement matters. Experience with EPC contracts strongly preferred.
• Familiar with electrical equipment / cable design, manufacturing and installation processes.
• Demonstrated understanding of procurement processes and principles
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple stakeholders to collaborate, influence, balance multiple priorities and solve problems
• Self-driven, positive and enthusiastic
• Enjoy interacting with people and possess good verbal and written skills.
• Strong negotiation, leadership, and communication skills.
• Experience in SAP and/or procurement systems will be advantageous
• The role requires frequent communication with Mandarin-speaking stakeholders, including suppliers based in China. As such, candidate should possess professional working proficiency in Mandarin to effectively perform job responsibilities.

Why Join Us

• Opportunity to work in a dynamic and entrepreneurial organization and help shape Singapore's Energy Future
• Rewarding Compensation: Enjoy a competitive, industry-benchmarked salary, plus an annual bonus and opportunities for shared financial success.
• Work/Life Balance: We support flexible arrangements, including the possibility of hybrid working, depending on your role.
• Health & Wellbeing: Benefit from comprehensive health insurance coverage and allowances where applicable, ensuring your wellbeing is a priority.