[What the role is]

About EDB
The Singapore Economic Development Board (EDB), a government agency under the Ministry of Trade and Industry, is responsible for strategies that enhance Singapore’s position as a global centre for business, innovation, and talent. We undertake investment promotion and industry development, and work with international businesses, both foreign and local, by providing information, connection to partners and access to government incentives for their investments. Our mission is to create sustainable economic growth, with vibrant business and good job opportunities for Singapore.

For more information on EDB, please visit www.edb.gov.sg

About FRAP
As part of EDB’s continuous efforts to develop the suite of industries in Singapore, the Finance, Risk & Assurance and Procurement (FRAP) division is an imperative business partner to our officers in the industry and policy groups.

As a FRAP business partner, you will be responsible for providing advisory on the procure to pay value chain. You will also be part of a team that is responsible for the data management and implementation of FRAP systems, which is critical in ensuring that EDB has access to accurate and relevant data at all times to help drive operational decision-making, policy-making and strategic planning by Corporate Management and line divisions within EDB. As this role requires cross-functional partnership with various stakeholders, you will also get to learn about EDB’s business from the line divisions directly.

This is an excellent opportunity for a finance and/or procurement professional looking to build their competencies and work alongside a fun and passionate team that greatly emphasizes on teamwork, open communication and diversity of perspectives.

[What you will be working on]

• Processing payments for the Board’s expenses, including payment to suppliers, grant recipients and scholars and maintenance of supplier and customer records in financial system; 

• Processing reimbursement to staff for overseas trips and other claims; 

• Processing overseas centres’ expenses to suppliers;

• Monitoring of accounts receivables, fixed assets and bank account at overseas centres;

• Assessment and accounting for leases in accordance with FRS116

• Supporting various statutory returns, budget exercise, management reports and ad-hoc projects;

• Supporting financial systems enhancements and troubleshooting.

• Analysis of bank transactions and complete monthly bank reconciliation;

• Tasks will be assigned in accordance to the candidate’s experience and suitability.

[What we are looking for]

To meet the challenges of this role, you must be a Singaporean with the following attributes:

• Basic book keeping knowledge;

• Meticulous and patient;

• Able to perform under time pressure;

• Good interpersonal skills;

• Proficiency in Microsoft applications and SAP/SAP Concur/Workday preferred.

Applicants may expect to receive an application outcome within 8 weeks of application date.

Job Summary

The incumbent will be part of a larger team within the IFF department in providing seamless and customer-focused solutions to support the achievement of business objectives.

What you will be doing

·       Carrier Management

·       Negotiate buying rates to ensure profitability of business

·       Manage the purchasing performance tool within the Department

·       Optimize profitability: Control of bookings through a cockpit, re-purchase when opportunities are identified

·       Escalation points for final validation of DMP (BOLLORE rates approval platform)

·       Work on yield improvement solutions

·       Validation of input for tender bidding

·       Establish guidelines for pricing and procurement in alignment to Middle Office direction

·       Work closely with the sea freight planning team to define and formalize the booking instructions (Routing, Carrier, Schedule) according to customer’s constraints and MO Solutions’ strategy

·       Preform cross-functional collaboration (Business Units, internal customer and pricing) to meet with required information including: Transport mode, price, and transit time

·       Monitor price movements and seasonal price fluctuations

·       Analyze and report on monthly business performance (at GM meeting)

·       Weekly report on vendor management and tasks activities to Head of Sea Freight

·       Design solutions for new products / line by building product strategy with General Manager – Sales

·       Support Vertical / KA managers in marketing / pricing evaluation with economic analyses

·       Provide guidance and correct errors in the company’s internal pricing platform

·       Conduct interviews and recruit junior staff

Team Management

·       Ensure and monitor team compliance to the Bollore’s Code of Conduct and Company’s regulations

·       Ensure team understanding and implementation on Bollore’s Value in daily work behaviors

·       Plan and monitor team performance including give coaching and counselling needed to deliver expected outcomes

·       Plan and monitor team development together with HR Division

·       Ensure updated Job Description availability for the team by coordinating with HR Division

·       Ensure all changes in Department / Section communicated properly to the team

·       Provide support and expertise to MO Operations when needed (e.g. specific quotation requirement)

The successful candidate

·       Bachelor’s degree requirement with min. 10 years of Seafreight experience

·       Minimum 5 years of experience in a fast paced and dynamic multi-cultural MNC environment. In Freight-forwarding or Logistics industry will be a plus.

·       Understanding of margin (yield) management

·       Good relations with carriers

·       Resourceful, result oriented and able to work under pressure

·       Excellent organizational skills

·       Good inter-personal skills, able to communicate precisely and effectively

·       Motivated, driven and result-oriented

·       Able to work well in a team as well as independently

·       Meticulous, analytical, and able to multi-task in a fast-moving environment

·       Highly initiative

·       Intermediate Access skill preferred

·       Export Excel skills such as V-look up, macros, pivot tables, is statement, VBA, and ability to create complex formulas and models

·       Good Command of written and spoken English

Summary of Role:

The candidate in this role is responsible for planning the supply of spare/maintenance/consumable parts to maintain optimum inventory levels (consumables, spares, etc.) and ensure the efficient running of the center. His other roles are being ISO certified and working on End Users Certifications (EUC).

Essential Responsibilities include:

• Plan and schedule Spare parts requirements based on demand plan/material requirement requests from Fabs.
• Regularly review inventory levels for specific categorization of materials.
• Regular monitoring of critical materials to ensure uninterrupted manufacturing.
• Coordinate with warehouse/logistics to ensure accurate inventory levels and stock availability.
• Publish essential spare parts metrics/KPIs to management on a timely basis.
• Derive the material requirement plan based on the master production schedule to procure and source.
• Good Knowledge of Inventory management.
• Oversee the department R&M/Chemicals, etc. stores – upkeep with house-keepings, periodic cycle counts.
• Maintain the inventory database, ensuring timely and accurate recordings.
• In charge of day-in-day-out logistics operations.
• Coordinate with and on the movement of materials.
• Must work closely with operation teams on the center's logistic needs.
• Ensure to adhere to zero safety requirements.
• Work on continuous improvement program in logistics operations.
• Providing day-to-day operations in FAB production material planning, inventory management, and procurement.
• Planned and monitored production schedule in the high-mix, low-volume environment (HMLV).
• Collaborate across departments in the planning process to plan and purchase materials requirements and meet the production plan effectively.
• Follow through with the orders from the start till delivery and ensure that goods are delivered on time.

Other Responsibilities:

• Perform all activities safely and responsibly and support all Environmental, Health, Safety & Security (EHS) requirements and programs.
• Support ISO certification and across suppliers' EUC requirements
• Support internal audit program by conducting ISO9001/TS16949 audits, gap analysis, and corrective action implementation
• Research best practices and conduct benchmarking related to QMS processes, methods, and tools
• Based upon the overall Quality System performance, identify critical systems or processes where quality improvements are required, initiate projects or activities to analyze, evaluate and propose solutions to address the problem and improve performance

Requirements:

• Degree in relevant fields with minimum of 2 years of professional experience in procurement, consulting, program management, and supply chain & inventory
• Direct experience in pricing and contract negotiations, supplier relationship management, business strategy, contract manufacturing/outsourcing, and continuous process improvement.
• Communicate complex information clearly and concisely.
• Develop and maintain collaborative business relationships with stakeholders and align ISO/EUC requirements for the program.
• Interact with all levels of the organization.
• Perform in a very fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work in a multi-task environment.

The above eligibility criteria are not exhaustive. A*STAR may include additional selection criteria based on its prevailing recruitment policies. These policies may be amended from time to time without notice. We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Join our client's dynamic team as a Procurement Manager, based in the vibrant city of Singapore. In this crucial role, you will be responsible for supervising all procurement activities to ensure a seamless and cost-effective procurement process, while also maintaining a strong and resilient supply chain. Your leadership is vital in guiding a team of procurement professionals toward achieving strategic business objectives, with an emphasis on streamlining operations and cultivating positive supplier relationships.

Responsibilities

• Craft and implement a procurement strategy that is in line with our client's objectives and financial plans.
• Anticipate procurement needs, assess potential risks, and develop effective contingency plans.
• Select and oversee suppliers based on their quality, dependability, and value.
• Establish and cultivate relationships with key suppliers to secure favorable terms.
• Conduct thorough evaluations of suppliers to ensure compliance with contracts and service quality.
• Improve procurement processes to enhance efficiency and reduce lead times.
• Establish and enforce procurement standards, practices, and policies.
• Adhere to all relevant regulations and uphold ethical procurement practices.
• Manage procurement budgets in accordance with fiscal objectives.
• Drive cost reductions through strategic negotiations and optimizing contracts.
• Lead and develop the procurement team, fostering a culture of excellence and professional development.
• Collaborate with internal departments to align procurement strategies with their requirements.
• Engage in cross-functional collaboration to enhance the value of procurement.
• Assess risks in the supply chain and develop strategies to mitigate them.
• Stay informed about global market trends and industry shifts that impact procurement.
• Utilize data analysis to inform decision-making and improve procurement performance.
• Provide senior management with reports on procurement metrics, savings, and supplier performance.

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related field (Master's degree preferred).
• Minimum of 15 years of experience in procurement management, with at least 10 years in a leadership position.
• Demonstrated success in implementing procurement strategies and achieving cost reductions.
• Extensive knowledge of best practices in procurement, supply chain management, and contract negotiations.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and data analysis abilities.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and negotiation skills.
• Proven leadership abilities with prior experience managing diverse teams in a dynamic environment.
• Proficiency in relevant procurement software and technology.

• Competitive monthly salary of 8,000 to 12,000 SGD.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development within a leading organization.
• A collaborative and supportive work environment.
• Additional benefits will be discussed during the interview.
• Our client offers a highly competitive remuneration and benefits package to suitable candidate.

Job Description:

· Take charge of the Procurement Department. Recite team members, drive cost reduction, mitigate risk, and manage key projects.

· Build strong partnerships with business department especially in IT and security and help team members to define requirements. Provide purchasing solution and negotiate price and payment terms.

· Set up supplier pools for the company globally.

· Set up purchasing rules for the whole group, and arrange training for team members and key accounts.

· Create program strategy and tactic, leverage source, and provide total solution in purchasing area for the company

Job Requirements:

· 12+ years of purchasing experience.

· Bachelor's degree in business or information technology or any related degree

· The candidate should have significant experience in purchasing area including IT software, hardware, security, Cloud service, and Marketing area.

· The candidate should have the experience to set up a purchasing department from 0 to 1.

· Fluent in English communication both in speaking and writing.

· Sufficient vendor resources in IT software/hardware, Muli-cloud service, and security fields