About the Role

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Contract & Procurement Manager to lead our procurement and contract management functions. The successful candidate will be responsible for sourcing, negotiating, contract administration, supplier management, and ensuring cost-effective procurement practices to support project and operational requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end procurement and sourcing activities.
• Negotiate contracts, pricing, and commercial terms with suppliers and subcontractors.
• Draft, review, and administer contracts and purchase orders.
• Monitor supplier performance and maintain strong vendor relationships.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, contractual obligations, and regulatory requirements.
• Support project teams with timely procurement and commercial coordination.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities and improve procurement efficiency.
• Handle contract claims, variations, and dispute resolution when required.

Basic Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Procurement, Quantity Surveying, Business Administration, Engineering, Supply Chain, or related field.
• Minimum 5–8 years of experience in procurement and contract management.
• Experience in engineering, construction, renewable energy, or industrial projects is an added advantage.
• Strong negotiation, commercial, and analytical skills.
• Good knowledge of contract administration and procurement procedures.
• Familiarity with supplier management and tendering processes.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and procurement documentation.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Able to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Experience handling EPC or industrial project procurement is an added advantage

Perks & Benefits

• Transport Allowance
• Mobile Phone Allowance
• Flexible working hours
• Casual dress code
• Regular team activities
• Company trips
• Medical insurance
• Personal leave
• Sabbatical leave
• Personal development opportunities
• Paid training and development

Company Overview

Kelvora is a Singapore-based seafood company specializing in fresh fish, oysters, and wholesale seafood. It sources products from suppliers in Vietnam and other Asian countries to serve local markets with quality seafood.

Job Summary

Handles sourcing, supplier negotiation, and cost control for seafood supply.

Responsibilities

• Source seafood from wholesalers such as Jurong Fishery Port to maintain consistent supply
• Negotiate pricing and contract terms with suppliers to secure cost-effective deals
• Plan and execute daily procurement strategies to meet demand and optimize inventory
• Ensure seafood freshness and quality by monitoring supplier standards and delivery conditions
• Monitor market price fluctuations to adjust procurement plans and maintain competitive pricing
• Optimize profit margins through strategic sourcing and cost control measures

Preferred competencies and qualifications

• 5–10 years of experience in seafood, wholesale, or supply chain management
• Established and strong supplier network within the seafood industry
• Proven negotiation skills demonstrated through successful supplier agreements
• In-depth market knowledge of seafood pricing and trends

Procurement Manager – Construction Industry

Job Summary

The Procurement Manager is responsible for planning, sourcing, negotiating, and purchasing materials, equipment, and subcontract services required for construction projects. The role ensures cost efficiency, quality compliance, and timely delivery to support project schedules.

Key Responsibilities

1. Procurement Planning

• Develop procurement strategies and schedules aligned with project timelines
• Prepare material take-offs and procurement plans
• Coordinate with project managers, engineers, and quantity surveyors

2. Sourcing & Supplier Management

• Identify, evaluate, and onboard suppliers and subcontractors
• Maintain a pre-qualified vendor list
• Monitor supplier performance (quality, delivery, pricing)

3. Tendering & Negotiation

• Prepare and issue RFQs / RFPs (Requests for Quotation/Proposal)
• Analyze bids and conduct technical and commercial evaluations
• Negotiate pricing, terms, warranties, and delivery schedules
• Finalize contracts and purchase orders

4. Cost Control & Budget Management

• Ensure procurement stays within project budgets
• Perform cost comparisons and value engineering
• Track procurement spending and identify cost-saving opportunities

5. Contract & Compliance Management

• Ensure compliance with:Contract termsCompany policiesLegal and regulatory requirements
• Manage disputes, claims, and variations with suppliers

6. Logistics & Delivery Coordination

• Ensure timely delivery of materials and equipment
• Coordinate with site teams and logistics personnel
• Track shipments and resolve delays

7. Documentation & Reporting

• Maintain records of:ContractsPurchase ordersSupplier performance
• Prepare procurement reports for management

Key Skills & Competencies

• Strong negotiation and commercial skills
• Knowledge of construction materials and equipment
• Understanding of contracts (FIDIC, etc.)
• Good cost analysis and budgeting skills
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management
• Familiarity with procurement systems (ERP, SAP, etc.)

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in:Construction Management / Engineering / Supply Chain
• Typically 5–10+ years of experience in construction procurement
• Experience handling:Large-scale building or infrastructure projects
• Knowledge of local regulations and suppliers is a plus

Position Level in Organization

• Reports to:Commercial Manager / Project Director
• Works closely with:Project ManagerQuantity SurveyorSite TeamFinance Department

Key KPIs (Performance Indicators)

• Cost savings achieved (%)
• On-time delivery rate
• Supplier performance score
• Contract compliance
• Reduction in procurement cycle time

Summary

The Procurement Manager plays a critical commercial role in construction projects by ensuring:

• Materials arrive on time
• Costs are controlled
• Quality meets project standards

About the Role

We are seeking a full-time Procurement Manager to join Morimatsu Pharmadule (Singapore) Pte. Ltd. In this role, you will be responsible for overseeing the procurement of materials, equipment, and services to support the company's construction operations. The ideal candidate will have strong negotiation skills, supplier management experience, and a deep understanding of construction-related procurement processes.

Job Responsibilities

• Carry out corresponding procurement work according to the company's business needs and procurement regulations, procedures and processes.
• Responsible for reviewing and evaluating suppliers’ quotations including design proposals, engineering materials, equipment, and construction subcontracting projects,and selecting the best ones.
• Developing supply channels and negotiating supply contracts according to project requirements.
• Responsible for communication and coordination with design, construction, on-site, and suppliers, as well as handling quality issues.
• Responsible for verifying and signing orders/contracts with suppliers, completing project settlements, and cooperating with progress managers to manage the materials’ arrival status and material acceptance.
• Establish and improve a database of supplier resources and price information, regularly summarize project procurement reports and analysis, and complete project summary.
• You shall serve the Company faithfully, diligently and discharge the full duties/responsibilities as expected of your position and such other duties, as may be assigned to you by your superior from time to time.

Role Requirements (Must-Have Skills)

• Bachelor degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics or a related field
• Minimum 8 years' experience in a procurement or supply chain role, preferably in the Construction industry
• Proven ability to negotiate favourable commercial terms with suppliers
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities
• Proficient in the use of procurement systems and tools
• Knowledge of relevant industry regulations and standards
• It’s a plus if Mandarin speaking and writing fluently
• May require overtime work or weekend inspections depending on site progress.

Who we are

You enjoy creating and innovating. You never stop striving for better. You take responsibility and you get results. You love being part of a team. Above all, you want your work to matter: Welcome to our world! At Sonova we create sense by bringing sound to life. Our innovative hearing care solutions help millions of people enjoy life’s unforgettable moments.

We offer exceptional career opportunities through market-leading brands from consumer to medical, products and services that keep pushing hearing care forward, and a culture where you can quickly belong and perform at your best.

If you want the freedom to explore, opportunities to grow, and make positive change on people lives through your work, this is the place for you.

Technical Procurement Manager

We are looking for a hands-on Technical Procurement Manager to join our Supply Chain team in Singapore. In this pivotal role, you will be the key link between innovation and supply chain execution, ensuring the successful sourcing of critical electronic components for our hearing aids and accessories.

You will play a vital role in securing our supply chain resilience by supporting New Product Introduction (NPI) projects and leading "2nd Sourcing" initiatives. You will work closely with a global matrix organization, including R&D, Engineering, Quality, and Strategic Procurement, to identify cost-effective components that meet the strict standards of medical device manufacturing.

More about the role:

• New‑Product Sourcing

 Work with R&D and Strategic Procurement to define technical and cost requirements for hearing‑aid components (e.g., ICs, MEMS microphones, batteries, PCBs, plastics, connectors).

 Identify and evaluate new suppliers for electronic and mechanical parts used in small‑form‑factor medical‑device products.

 Support supplier qualification, sample testing, and first‑article inspections for new products.

• 2nd‑Sourcing & Risk Mitigation

 Lead or support 2nd sourcing projects for key components to reduce single source risk and improve cost partnering effectively with measure owner in strategic procurement.

 Compare current and alternative suppliers on price, quality, capacity, and lead time.

 Help launch second source parts through validation, change control, and documentation.

 Technical & Supplier Evaluation

 Review technical data, drawings, and process capability of suppliers (e.g., SMT, injection molding etc.).

 Coordinate reliability tests and first‑article inspections where needed.

 Ensure suppliers meet basic medical‑device quality expectations.

• Cost‑Down & Value Engineering

 Support cost‑reduction activities on new and existing components, including design‑for‑manufacturing and part‑commonization.

 Analyse total cost impacts (unit price, lead time, inventory, obsolescence) for sourcing decisions.

• Cross‑Functional Collaboration

 Be the main procurement contact between R&D, Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing, Supply Chain and suppliers for sourcing and qualification topics.

More about you:

You are a technically savvy procurement professional with a solid foundation in electronics manufacturing. You are comfortable diving into technical data and drawings and can communicate effectively with both engineers and suppliers. We value analytical rigor and the ability to manage multiple projects under tight deadlines.

• Bachelor’s degree in Electronics, Electrical, Mechanical, Materials, or Supply Chain.

• 7 years of experience minimum in sourcing, procurement, or engineering within the electronics, medical device, or consumer hardware industry. Experience with hearing-aids or audiology products is a distinct advantage.

• A practical understanding of electronic components (PCBs, ICs, MEMS) and precision plastic parts used in small-form-factor devices.

• Strong analytical skills with hands-on proficiency in MS Excel. Experience with PLM and ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Arena, Windchill) is essential.

• The ability to work independently and collaboratively within a cross-functional team environment.

More about what we offer:

As one of the world’s leading hearing care providers headquartered in Switzerland, we’re committed to building an inclusive culture. We want to create an environment where you can balance a successful career with your commitments and interests outside of work, through our flexible hybrid working model. We offer a wide range of training opportunities for both your professional and personal development, and there are exceptional growth opportunities with individual development plans.

Interested candidates, please submit your updated resume with your current and expected remuneration to Ms vivi , Talent Acquisition Manager at vivi.dai@sonova.com. We are regretful that only shortlisted candidate will be contacted.

Sonova is an equal opportunity employer.

We team up. We grow talent. We collaborate with people of diverse backgrounds to win with the best team in the marketplace. We guarantee every person equal treatment in regard to employment and opportunity for employment, regardless of a candidate's ethnic or national origin, religion, sexual orientation or marital status, gender, genetic identity, age, disability or any other legally protected status.

Job Summary

• This role is responsible for analyzing system query data and reporting issues to a procurement manager, conducting research to assess business models in the marketplace and collaborating with internal and external partners to meet procurement objectives.

• The role involves tracking procurement performance metrics and reporting results to help in optimizing the supply chain.

• The role conducts market research to identify cost-saving opportunities and best practices, and ensures compliance with legal and regulatory requirements in procurement activities.

Responsibilities

• Analyzes data from system queries to support a supply category, and reports any issues or problems to a procurement manager.

• Works with senior members of the strategic procurement team in an observer capacity to learn the use of function-specific tools and systems.

• Conducts research to support senior management to assess current and evolving business models in the marketplace, which can be leveraged to grasp business priorities and translate them into actionable procurement plans.

• Collaborates with internal and external partners to engage with partners projects and meet procurement objectives, under the guidance of experienced team members.

• Tests, troubleshoots, and debugs defective product units, sub-assemblies, and process steps based on established testing plans, to provide inputs to senior stakeholders for assessing and improving the procurement strategy.

• Conducts data analysis to track procurement performance metrics, reviews them on a regular basis, and leverages insights to identify opportunities for improvement.

• Measures and reports internal results for strategic procurement projects, to ensure that strategies are delivered across the organization.

• Conducts extensive market research and analysis to identify cost-saving opportunities and industry best practices in procurement strategy.

• Maintains accurate procurement records and documentation, and ensures compliance with legal and regulatory requirements in procurement activities.

Education & Experience Recommended

• Four-year Degree in Supply Chain Management, Manufacturing Engineering, Business Administration, or any other related discipline or commensurate work experience or demonstrated competence.

• Typically has 0-2 years of work experience, preferably in procurement, supply chain, or a related field.

• Well Established MNC Manufacturing (Cable Technology)

• Company located at Tuas

• Company transport provided at various locations

•Working Hours: Monday - Friday: 8.30am - 5.30pm

• Variable Bonuses + Excellent Welfare& Benefits

Job Scope

• Develop and implement regional category strategies:
• This includes identifying opportunities for growth, developing product assortments, and setting procurement strategies.
• Conduct market research and competitive analysis:
• Stay informed about industry trends, competitor activities, and emerging technologies.
• Develop and manage category budgets and forecasts:
• Ensure the category is profitable and achieves its sales targets.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers: Negotiate favorable terms and conditions, ensuring a reliable supply chain.
• Evaluate and select suppliers: Ensure suppliers meet quality, cost, and delivery requirements.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams: Work with marketing, sales, operations, and other departments to achieve business objectives.
• Stay up-to-date with industry standards and regulations: Ensure compliance with relevant guidelines and best practices.
• Manage and develop a team (if applicable): Motivate and coach team members to achieve their goals.
• Travel as needed for supplier visits, industry events, or customer meetings.

Requirement

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration / Supply Chain Management or equivalent
• 5 - 8years of procurement experience in global environment

Candidates are encouraged to apply this position via Apply Now button with the following information in the resume:

• Work experiences and job responsibilities
• Current and Expected salary
• Reason for leaving
• Date of availability
• Education background

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

KHOOSOT MEI (R21102604)

EA Recruitment Pte Ltd

EA License No: 21C0492

Our client, a well-established organisation is seeking for an Allied Health Professional AHP Head / Senior Manager - $ 8,500.00 + AWS + attractive Bonuses / 21 annual leave / CentralWest Area

Requirements

• Degree in any healthcare discipline
• At least 6 to 8 years experience overseeing the planning and professional development a team of Allied Health Professionals (AHP)
• Strong experience within the Medical/Healthcare environment that consist of Occupational Therapy, Physiotherapy, Psychology, Social Work or Speech & Language Therapy
• Strong leadership and supervisory skills.
• Experience in working with Senior, Middle level management to develop the appropriate learning and development strategies.

Others

• Salary up to $ 8,500.00 + AWS + attractive bonuses
• 21 annual leave
• CentralWest Area
• Walking distance from MRT station

Interested candidate can send in your resume (word format prefer) to grayson.su@thetalentnetwork.com.sg

Our client, a well-established organisation is seeking for an Allied Health Professional AHP Head / Senior Manager - $ 8,500.00 + AWS + attractive Bonuses / 21 annual leave / CentralWest Area

Requirements

• Degree in any healthcare discipline
• At least 6 to 8 years experience overseeing the planning and professional development a team of Allied Health Professionals (AHP)
• Strong experience within the Medical/Healthcare environment that consist of Occupational Therapy, Physiotherapy, Psychology, Social Work or Speech & Language Therapy
• Strong leadership and supervisory skills.
• Experience in working with Senior, Middle level management to develop the appropriate learning and development strategies.

Others

• Salary up to $ 8,500.00 + AWS + attractive bonuses
• 21 annual leave
• CentralWest Area
• Walking distance from MRT station

Interested candidate can send in your resume (word format prefer) to grayson.su@thetalentnetwork.com.sg

Role Purpose

The purpose of this role is to lead and deliver procurement activity across the Compass South East Asia (SEA) business in Singapore & Hong Kong, ensuring robust category execution, cost optimisation, supplier performance and compliance. The Procurement Lead will inspire and motivate their team by creating a high-performance culture, embedding a true procurement mindset, and striving for procurement excellence across every aspect of their team’s activity and delivery. The role operates as a player–manager, with the majority of time focused on hands-on procurement delivery, supported by a smaller strategic contribution.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, inspire and motivate the procurement team to plan, develop and execute procurement activity that delivers the KPIs and year on year improved sustainable commercial results.

• Lead collaboration, alignment, and structured interaction with all functions; operations, culinary, finance, HSE and IT to drive performance and delivery together.

• Develop and encourage a diverse team of individuals to operate with a procurement mindset ensuring pace, passion and resilience.

• Engage with clients and operations to share procurement insight, understand challenges and develop effective solutions that create unique selling points for Compass SEA.

• Embed structure, governance, and process within in the team to deliver market leading procurement performance and product costs.

• Deploy proven category development activity to unlock new opportunities through; interrogating data, category planning, product & supplier optimisation, sector/culinary collaboration, setting sector standards and driving volume through best value products, unlocking incremental value from supplier relationships/JBP’s, cost benchmarking, contract coverage across all spend and driving continuous improvement in data integrity.

• Personally own and deliver key categories, supplier negotiations and commercial outcomes, acting as a hands-on procurement lead where scale or complexity requires.

• Support the continued evolution of procurement from a tactical function to a strategic contributor, by improving category maturity, data transparency, and stakeholder engagement.

• Embed and consistently apply Compass Group procurement best practice, processes and ways of working in day-to-day procurement delivery across SEA.

• Own the effective use of procurement data and systems in SEA and partner with APAC/global teams to improve visibility, control and insight.

• Build strong sustainable relationships with key strategic suppliers to leverage and deliver value.

• Drive improvements in sustainability and ESG, aligned to Compass Group’s global strategy as well as local laws and targets. This includes but is not limited to embedding Supply Chain Risk Management with a key focus on Human Rights and Environment, animal welfare, DEI and climate targets.

• Compliance with all legal, regulatory, and corporate governance requirements.
  

Role Dimensions

• Oversee delivery of procurement activity.

• Lead a team of approximately 4 people nationally across Singapore & Hong Kong.

• Direct accountability for selected critical categories and strategic supplier relationships in addition to leadership responsibilities.

• Strong Communication & influencing skills.

• Good understanding of food safety and good manufacturing practices.
  

Candidate Profile

• A dynamic, energetic & creative leader that can define a long-term vision for success whilst delivering tangible progress across the short, medium & long term.

• Strong commercial acumen to maximise results and challenge the status quo.

• A great optimistic attitude, approaches challenges with a positive & solution-based mindset.

• An ability to make effective decisions under pressure with an abundance of resilience & tenacity.

• Drive to operate at pace in a rapidly changing environment and manage multiple agendas/priorities.

• Excellent coaching skills to develop their team and ensure clear succession planning.

• Inspires, motivates & builds trust with their team and all other functions across the business.

• Role models being curious with data & insight to unlock commercial opportunity embedding a procurement mindset.

• Ability to build strong collaborative relationships & successfully influence at all levels.

• Identifies areas for improvement & drives change throughout the organisation to improve efficiency.

• Celebrates success and recognises the contribution of the team & colleagues around them.

• Recognised for strong commercial judgement and practical problem-solving, able to advise stakeholders based on data, experience and insight.

• Proven execution skills, an ability to successfully execute against their strategies/plans collaboratively with others

• Procurement expertise / experience is highly desirable

Job Responsibilities:

• Design and oversee the global inventory strategy for ANZ, Europe, and Asia, ensuring the supply chain architecture supports long-term business goals.
• Facilitate the procurement budget planning. Identify macro-economic risks (freight spikes, currency shifts, geopolitical delays) and implement hedging or mitigation strategies.
• Lead annual contract negotiations with global shipping lines and key suppliers to optimize total cost of ownership (TCO).
• Partner with the Senior Management, Sales, and Marketing directors to align procurement cycles with global commercial roadmaps and seasonal demand shifts.
• Build and mentor a high-performing team, setting KPIs that drive accountability and professional excellence.
• Ensure the entire procurement ecosystem adheres to international trade laws, ESG standards, and internal audit requirements.
• Identify and design process enhancements to streamline reporting and procurement workflows.

Job Requirements:

• 8–10+ years in Supply Chain/Procurement, with at least 3–5 years in a significant management role. Experience within the Wholesale Trade sector or FMCG would be advantageous.
• Experience in restructuring workflows or teams to improve efficiency and reduce overhead.
• Deep cultural and commercial intelligence regarding international markets.
• Proven track record of leading a team through process transitions, system upgrades, or regional restructuring.
• Ability to multitask, highly organise and able to meet deadline
• A proactive approach to problem-solving and process improvement.
• The ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Handle the creation and processing of purchase requisitions and orders.
• Identify and engage overseas suppliers, assessing their capabilities, pricing, and reliability.
• Oversee supplier agreements, including contract updates, renewals, and commercial negotiations.
• Coordinate closely with operations and warehouse teams to align on material needs, stock levels, and quality checks.
• Monitor the progress of purchase requests, shipments, and deliveries to ensure they meet deadlines and requirements.
• Review and validate procurement-related documents such as purchase orders, delivery notes, and invoices, while liaising with Finance for payment matters.
• Keep detailed and organized records of procurement activities, including costs, timelines, and supplier performance.
• Assist in cost management initiatives by analyzing spending and identifying savings opportunities.
• Ensure all procurement activities adhere to company policies and project requirements.
• Explore and propose alternative suppliers or materials to improve cost efficiency or availability.
• Support the onboarding and performance management of new and existing vendors.
• Analyze inventory data to improve stock planning and enhance procurement efficiency.

Requirements

• Process leadership skills to lead the team.
• Goal setting and planning
• Risk management
• Problem Solving
• Sourcing skills

Benefits

• KPI + Commission
• AWS
• Good working environment
• Medical claim
• Provide company transport

Your new company

A premier APAC data centre specialist seeking to hire a Procurement Manager – CAPEX (Data Centre Projects) x 2.

• 1 x Owner Supplied Equipment (OSE) category experience
• 1 x High Voltage (HV) category experience

Location: CBD

Duration: 6 – 12 months contract (ongoing)

Salary: up to $120K per annum(open for negotiation)

Your new role

• Manage the procurement of various categories within the CAPEX domain within Australia.
• Develop, execute and monitor to ensure on-time execution of tenders across multiple countries from supplier on-boarding, RFx initiation, pre-tender briefings, post-tender interviews and clarifications, proposal evaluations, negotiations, supplier recommendations till contract award.
• Achieve efficiencies through bidding, negotiation and strategic initiatives.
• Develop, lead and maintain measurable performance metrics including reporting tendering status, spend analysis, forecasting, lifecycle cost savings etc.
• Identify and onboard new vendors to ensure a reliable and robust supply chain in new and existing markets
• Understand customer requirements to establish and implement a robust procurement plan that deliver value to the business
• Understand trends in customers’ needs and concerns across categories and work with Category managers with a longer-term view.
• Work collaboratively with Category Managers to innovate within the procurement space, automating and/or improving tools or processes to better support the Procurement Lifecycle.
• Identify best practices or issues and implement solutions to ultimately improve procurement service delivery and strengthen stakeholders’ partnerships.
• Collaborate with suppliers to promote sustainable practices that reduces environmental impact and enhance social responsibility.
• Ensure procurement practices adhere to company’s sustainability policies and target
• Facilitate compliance with company’s supplier qualification process
• Provide inputs to support Supply Chain's optimization of the logistics function
• Partner with Supply Chain to build up materials management systems, processes, and tools
• Support the Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) Program through the development and scoring of supplier commercial performance KPIs, attending Supplier Business Reviews (SBRs) and delivering on any assigned action items

What you'll need to succeed

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Contract/Cost Management or Business Administration from an accredited university.
• 8+ years’ of relevant experience in a performing procurement related work, contract negotiation and bidding, with 5+ years managing CAPEX categories preferably in the Data Centre space.
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize workload, work with multiple technical and non-technical stakeholders across multiple functions to manage complex projects within cost and schedule to deliver results.
• Demonstrated ability to implement category strategies, develop pricing models, to influence and execute effectively across an organization.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Highly proficient in MS Office
• Some travel may be required (<25%)

What you'll get in return 
This is an exciting opportunity to join a fast-paced MNC.

What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call Ernie at Hays on +65 6424 0157 or emailErnieza.Zailani@hays.com.sg for a confidential discussion.

Referrals are welcome.

Registration ID No. R1329386 | EA License number: 07C3924 | Company Registration No. 200609504D

Job Summary

Assist Project Manager/Director in executing Water, Wastewater Treatment, and Power projects by managing procurement, vendor relations, project scheduling, risk mitigation, and coordination across disciplines to ensure timely, budget-compliant delivery and quality outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Assist Project Manager/Director in executing Water and Wastewater Treatment and Power projects to meet schedule and quality standards
• Review customer specifications, commercial and technical documents, and product requirements to ensure project alignment
• Prepare drawing packages, equipment submittals, testing specifications, and engineering documents from suppliers and project personnel
• Plan and develop project and operational procurement management to support project goals
• Identify project risks and liabilities, develop mitigation strategies to avoid liquidated damages
• Collaborate with design engineers to determine equipment needs during project planning, execution, and completion
• Evaluate vendor proposals against project specifications to select suitable suppliers
• Monitor and expedite vendor progress to align with project schedules
• Track and monitor project progress against schedule and budget, providing regular updates
• Engage project teams daily to discuss progress and provide guidance for issue resolution
• Facilitate coordination among disciplines, procurement, and construction groups to ensure seamless job interfacing
• Conduct contract reviews, perform risk analysis, and develop contingency plans to safeguard project delivery
• Prepare project policies focused on quality and safety compliance
• Initiate and lead project kick-off meetings with clients and internal teams to align expectations
• Prepare overall budget cost plans and conduct cost analyses for project financial control
• Monitor and analyze project operations and schedules to ensure timely completion
• Coordinate EPC cost estimation activities to support project budgeting
• Represent the company professionally to clients during project execution
• Control project documents and manage design changes to maintain project integrity
• Prepare project specifications and systems/processes to guide project execution
• Assist in site installation, testing, and commissioning activities to ensure operational readiness
• Oversee procurement of technical equipment based on engineering drawings, specifications, and schedules
• Negotiate pricing, terms, and conditions with suppliers to optimize procurement outcomes
• Coordinate and plan vendor deliveries from multiple locations, consolidating shipments to meet customer deadlines in Hong Kong and AI
• Manage the end-to-end process from purchase order issuance to delivery to overseas customers
• Prepare and deliver daily, weekly, and monthly reports on purchase orders and job progress to management and customers
• Research and analyze supplier performance on quality, cost, delivery, and service to inform procurement decisions
• Participate in preparing safe work, environmental control, and emergency procedures to ensure compliance
• Manage procurement processes including issuing Notice to Produce, coordinating Inspection and Test Plans (ITP), Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT), and delivery to customer sites
• Visit vendor factories/plants to conduct joint inspections, familiarize with key personnel, and assess facilities and capabilities
• Plan delivery schedules to ensure services and equipment reach customer-designated destinations on time
• Book containers and coordinate with logistics suppliers to control project budgets and achieve cost savings on a weekly and monthly basis
• Visit sites locally and overseas to ensure smooth transitions from delivery and warehousing to installation of equipment and services
• Plan and manage installation schedules of equipment at client locations both locally and overseas
• Monitor and control project costs against budgets to maintain financial discipline
• Provide cost estimates for new projects including equipment and manpower requirements
• Apply knowledge of Incoterms to manage international procurement and logistics effectively

Required competencies and certifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or Environmental Engineering
• Minimum 3 years of experience as Purchasing/Supply Chain Officer in Water, Wastewater Treatment Plant, or EPC (MEP) projects
• Proficiency in MS Office, MS Project, and AutoCAD
• Strong teamwork, organizational, coordination, planning, and interfacing skills
• Ability to adapt to tight deadlines and frequent priority changes

Preferred competencies and qualifications

• None explicitly stated

Responsibilities:

• Lead the procurement organization for Singapore and Malaysia operations, providing coaching, direction, and escalation support to ensure effective execution and team development.
• Drive procurement KPI performance, including on-time delivery (OTD), delinquency, push/pull/cancel actions, late release, and purchase price variance (PPV), aligned with business objectives.
• Develop and execute sourcing strategies that deliver competitive advantage, including supplier selection, development, consolidation, and implementation of strategic supplier initiatives.
• Lead Global Purchase Family or Regional Commodity sourcing activities, with full accountability for sourcing decisions, material deflation targets, and alignment with global and regional strategies.
• Build and maintain strong supplier relationships to ensure performance expectations are met across cost, quality, delivery, and risk; lead corrective action and supplier improvement initiatives as required.
• Lead commercial negotiations with suppliers to achieve quality, fulfillment, productivity, and cost objectives while managing contractual and commercial risk.
• Oversee procurement of materials, equipment, services, and supplies necessary to support manufacturing and operational requirements, ensuring compliance with internal policies and standards.
• Analyze market conditions, cost drivers, supplier capabilities, and pricing trends to inform sourcing decisions and negotiation strategies.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Quality, Planning, and Operations to support supplier qualification, NPI activities, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Prepare and review bid packages, and coach procurement team members on sourcing strategies, negotiations, and supplier engagement as needed.
• Support cross-functional and business initiatives as assigned, including special projects aligned with supply chain and operational excellence goals.
• Other related duties and projects as assigned.

Requirement

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Engineering, or related field.
• Min 5 years of procurement /supply chain experience in engineer-to-order manufacturing, OEM or aerospace environment
• Experience managing ~USD100M in direct spend with a proven track record of ~5% cost savings.
• Managed 50–100 suppliers across multiple countries

To submit your application, please apply online to apply@rn-care.com or call +(65) 6513 5697 for private and confidential discussion.

Your interest will be treated with the strictest of confidence. We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified or contacted.

RN Care Pte. Ltd
EA License No: 17C8900