Associate/Assistant Director, Procurement (2-Year Contract)

[What the role is]

Associate/Assistant Director, Procurement (2-Year Contract)

[What you will be working on]

In this role, you will work closely with internal stakeholders, with responsibilities including:

• Support and advise stakeholders on procurement approaches and requirements, and ensure compliance with procurement policies and procedures

• Liaise with internal stakeholders and suppliers to facilitate sourcing outcomes (e.g., quotations/tenders and clarifications)

• Review work processes and recommend improvements to enhance efficiency and effectiveness (e.g., templates, trackers and standard operating procedures)

• Coordinate procurement documentation and records to ensure completeness and proper record-keeping (e.g., approval records and supporting procurement documentation

• Support procurement processes from sourcing to award, including coordinating evaluations, internal clearances and submission write-ups

• Support other team initiatives where required (e.g., policy/process reviews, knowledge management and business continuity activities)

[What we are looking for]

• A service-oriented, meticulous and resourceful individual

• Good analytical and organisational skills, with attention to detail

• Strong interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to work with internal stakeholders and suppliers

• Able to coordinate multiple tasks and timelines, and maintain proper documentation and records

• Comfortable working with data, trackers and basic analysis to support reporting and process improvement

• Relevant experience in procurement is preferred, but candidates with strong aptitude and willingness to learn are welcome

• Relevant experience in areas such as government procurement, process management or data management and analysis, will be an advantage; candidates with strong aptitude and willingness to learn are welcome

As part of the shortlisting process for this role, you may be required to complete a medical declaration and/or undergo further assessment. All applicants will be notified on whether they are shortlisted or not within 4 weeks of the closing date of this job posting.