Total 4 Manager technology development job vacancies in Purchasing / Procurement / Inventory category

About ALPS

ALPS - a subsidiary of SingHealth, was set up in 2018 as part of Ministry of Health’s (MOH) strategic thrust in delivering value-based supply chain solutions to public healthcare.

As the public healthcare supply chain agency, we design and execute a national level end-to-end supply chain blueprint in partnership with 27 Public Healthcare Institutions (PHIs) in Singapore.

Our employees are key to our excellence – the heartbeat in sustaining our mission, developing new capabilities and re-engineering processes to future-proof Singapore’s healthcare supply chain landscape – making it more sustainable and resilient.

About The Role

As an Assistant Manager/Manager for the Strategic Procurement - Medical Technology department, you will be based in ALPS HQ office. This is a strategic procurement role that goes beyond transactional buying to shape long-term value creation, drive innovation, and influence how medical equipment is sourced and managed nationally. The role requires a strategic thinker who can balance clinical needs, financial sustainability, and operational excellence whilst managing complex stakeholder relationships across multiple healthcare institutions.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Sourcing

• Develop and implement comprehensive category strategies for medical equipment across Singapore's healthcare system.

Vendor Management

• Collaborate with vendors to optimize performance in terms of cost, quality, and delivery.

Market Analysis

• Conduct horizon scanning and benchmarking of the medical technology landscape to identify trends, innovations, and cost-saving opportunities.

Stakeholder Engagement

• Actively engage with clinical and nursing champions, biomedical engineers, and other stakeholders to gather technical requirements, provide product information, and support the evaluation of products and services.

RFP Process

• Preparation and execution of Request for Proposal (RFP) processes, including supplier evaluation and selection, to achieve cost-effective procurement outcomes.

Supplier Negotiation and Selection

• Analyse total cost of ownership, identify, evaluate and drive negotiation with supplier negotiation to ensure the best value for the organization.

Compliance and Policy Adherence

• Ensure all procurement activities comply with the ALPS Procurement Manual and other relevant policies and procedures.

Coordination and Communication

• Facilitate meetings and discussions with internal and external stakeholders to ensure alignment and effective collaboration in procurement activities.

Contract Negotiation

• Lead and support contract negotiation efforts with suppliers to secure favourable terms and conditions, ensuring alignment with organizational policies, compliance requirements, and procurement objectives.

Requirements

• Diploma or Degree in logistics, supply chain management, business administration, or a related field is often preferred.

• Good verbal and written communication skills

• Proficient in MS office and Excel

• Advanced analytical and negotiation skills

• Familiarization with SAP will be an added advantage

• Positive working attitude, willingness to learn and thrives in a team environment

• Strong technical knowledge of medical equipment; backgrounds in medical equipment sales and applications, clinical engineering, biomedical technology management, or healthcare procurement will be an added advantage.

By submitting any application or resume to us, you will be deemed to have agreed and consented to us collecting, using, retaining and disclosing your information to potential hiring managers for their consideration. All information will be treated with highest confidentiality.

An exciting career awaits you at ALPS. Join us to embark on a meaning career that brings value and impact to the population. Apply now if that sounds like something you would like to be a part of.

Only shortlisted candidates would be notified.

Role Summary

The Warehouse & Parts Manager is responsible for overseeing end-to-end warehouse operations and spare parts sales management. This role ensures efficient inventory control, optimized warehouse processes, strong customer satisfaction, and revenue growth through effective parts sales strategies.

Key Responsibilities

1. Warehouse & Inventory Management

• Establish and optimize warehouse layout, storage systems, and workflows to maximize efficiency, particularly for heavy components.
• Oversee the full spectrum of warehouse operations, including receiving, storage, picking, packing, and shipping of parts.
• Develop, implement, and continuously improve Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for warehouse processes.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and proper handling of equipment and materials.

2. Inventory Management & Control

• Maintain high levels of inventory accuracy within the WMS/ERP system through regular cycle counts and perpetual inventory audits.
• Conduct periodic stock audits and reconcile discrepancies in a timely manner.
• Set, monitor, and optimize minimum and maximum stock levels to balance availability and minimize obsolescence.
• Manage inventory turnover and ensure optimal stock holding levels aligned with business needs.
• Oversee the full lifecycle of spare parts, from procurement through to delivery.

3. Parts Sales & Commercial Management

• Develop and implement pricing strategies for parts and accessories, including online sales channels.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date pricing data across systems.
• Prepare competitive quotations and proposals and proactively follow up on high-value opportunities.
• Manage the full parts sales cycle, from initial customer inquiry to order fulfilment.
• Develop and execute sales plans, campaigns, and promotions to achieve revenue targets.
• Monitor market trends, competitor pricing, and identify opportunities to grow the parts business.
• Analyse customer requirements and recommend appropriate parts solutions.

4. Cross-Functional Coordination

• Collaborate closely with internal departments (sales, service, procurement, finance) to ensure parts availability and support overall sales targets.
• Ensure compliance with local tax regulations and import/export requirements.

5. Customer Satisfaction & Service Excellence

• Ensure fast, accurate, and reliable fulfilment of customer orders to enhance client satisfaction.
• Address customer issues or escalations related to parts availability, delivery, or quality.

6. Team Leadership & Development

• Supervise, mentor, and train warehouse and parts personnel to build a high-performing team.
• Foster a culture of accountability, safety, and continuous improvement.
• Monitor team performance and implement development plans where necessary.

7. Continuous Improvement

• Analyse existing processes and identify opportunities to improve operational efficiency and productivity.
• Implement best practices in warehouse management and parts sales operations.

8. Additional Responsibilities

• Perform any other duties as assigned by management.

Key Requirements

• Proven experience in warehouse management and/or parts sales, preferably in heavy equipment, construction, or industrial sectors.
• Strong knowledge of inventory management systems (WMS/ERP).
• Commercial acumen with experience in pricing and sales strategy.
• Leadership and team management experience.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Familiarity with import/export regulations and compliance requirements.

About the Company

Our client is a globally recognized household retail brand. Known for their diverse product range and commitment to quality and value.

About the Job

In this dynamic role, you will be the driving force behind the brand’s physical footprint, transforming market data into successful store openings. Your day-to-day will involve conducting deep-dive market mapping and footfall analysis to identify high-potential sites, followed by leading commercial negotiations to secure favorable lease terms. Beyond site acquisition, you will maintain rigorous oversight of project budgets and financial reporting, ensuring that new developments remain cost-effective and on schedule. You will also act as a key liaison for vendor sourcing and contract administration, managing relationships with contractors and suppliers to ensure seamless fit-outs. Ultimately, your analytical insights and comprehensive reporting will serve as the strategic compass for both local management and the overseas Headquarters in high-stakes expansion decisions.

About the Manager and Team

You will report to the Business Development Manager and work within a lean, high-performing team. The culture is collaborative, offering a unique vantage point into how a major international retailer operates. You will have regular exposure to Senior Management and overseas HQ, making this a high-visibility role where your analytical insights directly influence the company’s expansion footprint.

Skills and Experience Required

The ideal candidate holds a Diploma or Degree in Business Administration or Business Management, or comes with strong experience in Real Estate, or Retail Management, supported by a proven track record in leasing, or site selection. You should possess an intimate understanding of the Singapore shopping mall ecosystem and demonstrate the commercial "grit" necessary to negotiate favorable terms in a competitive market. We are looking for a professional with solid financial acumen—someone capable of managing project budgets, assessing site feasibility, and overseeing complex vendor and contractor relations. Above all, you must be a proactive and detail-oriented multitasker with the communication skills required to synthesize complex data into actionable reports for both local leadership and overseas headquarters.

If you believe you have the right skills, experience and drive to succeed, please apply now. 

EA: 94C3609 / Reg: R1872162 (Consultant in charge - Colleen Wang)

The IT Commodity Manager is responsible for developing the sourcing strategies for the IT category. The person in this position would be recognized as a sourcing expert for Technology-related categories, would liaise with legal, act as a procurement ambassador to the business, and integrate into the business to ensure complete alignment and a deep understanding of business goals, and would partner in developing sourcing strategies. The goal is to be a value-added sourcing partners to the business. 

Additional responsibilities include negotiating information technology contracts for software licensing, telecom, data center, and computer hardware and server products, and related maintenance and support services that may be site-specific or have global reach. The position involves developing negotiation strategies, advising requestors on contract terms and conditions, monitoring cost and scope of assigned contracts to assure compliance, best value, and validating/improving pricing. The IT Commodity Manager may recommend cost-saving proposals, including alternative sourcing, and will exercise independent judgment within defined practices and procedures to determine appropriate action

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Strategic Sourcing

• Develop, manage, and execute strategies for the IT Category  
• Conduct RFP and lead cross-functional teams through the selection process of preferred suppliers with effective scoring criteria to critically evaluate supplier proposals in accordance with company policies
• Collaborate with  IT/Legal stakeholders to assess, understand, and prioritize business needs to optimize value with WD’s supply base
• Conduct spend/contract/proposal analysis for the supply of software licensing, computer hardware, servers, data center, and telecom services, and present recommendations to Procurement and IT leadership team
• Lead negotiations on commercial procurement agreements, including, but not limited to, Master Agreements (MSA’s), Statements of Work (SOWs), Change Orders (COs), balancing business deliverables, legal interests, and pricing
• Analyze total costs, assist business functions with ROI analysis, price and rate benchmarking, and negotiate favorable business terms to leverage Western Digital's purchasing power
• Research market intelligence to understand cost drivers and market trends

Category Management

• Develop, refine, and implement category strategies and tactics that enable the procurement of technology products and services at the highest value benefit to the company
• Cultivate, enhance, and deepen cross-functional stakeholder relationships  at all levels, serving as the  subject matter expert on behalf of the  procurement organization
• Actively monitor  internal/external trends,  synthesize and distill the business intelligence into actionable opportunities and pipeline projects that can and will be delivered to Western Digital’s  bottom line on an ongoing basis

Supplier Management

• Manage supplier relationships with a focus on supply/contract and cost management

• Lead supplier performance business reviews  on a quarterly basis to enhance performance delivery from strategic partners
• Mediate supplier issues and resolve supplier contract disputes as needed
• Develop supplier rationalization entitlements for each category

Contract Management

• Evaluate processes and recommend improvements to standardize lifecycle contract and sourcing processes and systems
• Ensure pricing & deliverables as negotiated are included in the contract; coordinate comparison of proposals and final contract terms
• Act as a liaison between Legal and the business