About this role
Job Req ID: 22718 Role Overview Reporting directly to the Senior Procurement Manager, the Senior Procurement Executive / Assistant Manager is a high-impact role responsible for the end-to-end acquisition of materials and services for ST Engineering. We are looking for a commercially minded professional who goes beyond tactical buying to drive value, manage supply chain risk, and act as a strategic partner to our business units. Appointment will be based on the individual’s relevant experience for the role. Key Duties & Responsibilities Strategic Sourcing & Market Intelligence: Identify and develop a resilient supply base. Monitor market trends and global economic shifts to provide insights that influence project forecasting and budgeting. Tender Leadership: Lead complex RFI, RFP, and RFQ processes. Ensure all sourcing activities align with corporate Procurement Governance while maintaining speed and agility. Commercial Negotiation: Execute negotiation strategies that optimize Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) . Focus on securing competitive pricing alongside favorable payment terms, risk-sharing frameworks, and service level agreements (SLAs). Financial & Data Analysis: Conduct rigorous price and cost-structure analysis. Adjudicate awards by building data-driven business cases for management approval. Stakeholder Management: Collaborate with internal departments to align procurement strategies with operational needs. Contract & Risk Management: Proactively identify vulnerabilities in the supply chain. Manage vendor performance and lead dispute resolutions to ensure continuity of supply and quality excellence. Operational Oversight: Supervise the full PO lifecycle, including change orders and delivery tracking, ensuring seamless closing and financial reconciliation. Requirements & Qualifications Experience: Experience in procurement or supply chain, ideally within an engineering environment. Education: Degree or Diploma, preferably in Engineering, Business, or Supply Chain Management. Business Acumen: Strong commercial mindset with the ability to understand P&L impact and identify value-creation opportunities beyond simple cost-cutting. Technical Skills: Proficiency in SAP (preferred) or similar ERP systems. MS Office skills Soft Skills: -Strategic Thinker: Ability to multitask and prioritize based on business urgency and impact. -Communication: Confident communicator capable of influencing stakeholders across different levels and cultural backgrounds. -Integrity: High ethical standards with a meticulous eye for detail and a self-motivated drive for excellence. Working Location: 6 Ang Mo Kio Electronics Park Rd Singapore 567711 Working hours: Mon – Fri / 8.30am to 6.00pm