Assistant Vice President, IT Procurement Specialist, APAC

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Assistant Vice President (AVP) in Procurement to join our team in Singapore. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in driving procurement strategies, optimizing supplier relationships, and ensuring cost-effective purchasing across the organization. This is an exciting opportunity for a procurement professional to contribute to our continued growth and operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage the procurement team to deliver best-in-class sourcing and procurement solutions.

• Develop, implement, and monitor procurement strategies, policies, and procedures to ensure alignment with organizational goals.

• Drive cost savings initiatives and value creation through effective negotiation and supplier management.

• Oversee end-to-end procurement processes, including tendering, contract management, and supplier performance evaluation.

• Build and maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders and external suppliers.

• Ensure compliance with company policies, legal requirements, and industry standards.

• Analyze market trends and identify opportunities for continuous improvement and innovation in procurement practices.

• Prepare and present procurement reports, analysis, and recommendations to senior management.

• Mentor and develop procurement staff, fostering a culture of high performance and professional growth.

Requirements:

• Minimum of five years experience in procurement, contract management, or vendor management roles in the IT area.

• Experience in business management and strategic sourcing.

• Experience in formulating supplier negotiation strategies to address commercial and contractual aspects, including boilerplates and KPIs/SLAs.

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or related field. Master's degree or professional certification (e.g., CIPS, CPM) is an advantage.

• Proven track record in strategic sourcing, contract negotiation, and supplier management.

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.

• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and stakeholder management abilities.

• High level of integrity, professionalism, and attention to detail.

• Experience in the Singapore market and knowledge of regional procurement regulations is preferred.