Overview

The General Procurement (GP) spend in the Region is about 80 million EUR.

The Strategic Buyer reports to the Head of (HO) General Procurement APAC and ensures full compliance with procurement processes.

This role covers indirect procurement activities in Singapore across all divisions under the 'One Roof' concept.

The primary objective is to achieve optimal cost savings while ensuring a high-quality, sustainable supply base.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage Request for Quotation (RFQs), including validation and issuance of Purchase Orders (POs).

• Manage end-to-end sourcing projects including call for tenders and transnational projects, following GP processes to negotiate terms.

• Draft and negotiate contracts to mitigate risks and ensure optimal conditions throughout the supplier life cycle.

• Act as a strategic partner to internal customers to lead MFT (Multi Functional Team) to implement the procurement strategy.

• Manage the relationships with suppliers and execute projects to optimize customer value.

• Drive local/regional sourcing initiatives and saving and other procurement report metrics using GP tracking tools.

• Act as a Centre of Competence (CoC) to mentor and coach buyers in Recruitment Process Outsourcing (RPO).

• Support the HO GP APAC in regional change management, strategic execution, and administrative leadership.

Requirements

• Degree in Business Administration, Procurement, Engineering or a related field or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Minimum 7 years of experience in procurement.

• Strong negotiation skills.

• Good knowledge of contract and contract monitoring experience.

• Good analytical skills.

• Good level of competence in Google suite applications, SAP, Coupa, Microsoft Office.

• Experience working with multiple stakeholders.

• Entrepreneurial, outcome-oriented and persistent with the ability to operate and drive results independently.