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Senior Manager, Procurement (1-year contract), Office of Procurement

Our client, a top educational institution offering postgraduate and undergraduate programs, is inviting dynamic and dedicated candidates to join their esteemed organization.

Job No: 3389      |       Advertised on: 2026-08-06      |       CIC: Christina Tin      |       Reg. No: R1103418
Job Location(s): Central (eg: Chinatown, Raffles Place, River Valley, Orchard, Novena)

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  JOB DESCRIPTION Our client is actively searching for a Senior Manager, Procurement (1-year contract), Office of Procurement  to join their team!
If you are a dynamic individual seeking a new career opportunity, read further!

The responsibilities of this role are:
  • Provide administrative and operational support for procurement transformation initiatives, including postAriba adoption.
  • Manage stakeholder communications, ensuring timely and accurate handling of inquiries and requests.
  • Conduct Ariba training, coaching to stakeholders, guidance on Ariba navigation and processes
  • Deliver analytical support through data analysis, reports, and dashboards to support procurement decisionmaking.
  • Review and administer user access controls (e.g. Ariba licences etc).
  • Update Procurement Policies, Procedures and Handbook changes and implementation.
  • Ensure adherence to procurement policies, procedures, and processes.
  • Provide support for supplier onboarding activities to facilitate smooth integration and ensure compliance with organisational standards.
  • Other duties as assigned.

The ideal candidate will need to have the following qualities and experience:
  • Bachelor's degree in related field with more than 10 years of work experience.
  • Minimum of 10 years of experience in procurement.
  • Proven experience in end-to-end procurement processes and systems, particularly Ariba.
  • Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
  • Excellent communication and training skills.
  • Ability to demonstrate perseverance and adaptability in navigating diverse management styles, while maintaining professionalism and collaboration.
  • Strong decision-making abilities and a proactive approach to problem solving and conflict resolution.
  • Collaborative mindset and ability to work across diverse teams.
  • Detail-oriented with a commitment to accuracy in documentation.
  • Excellent team working skills with a flexible can-do approach, self-motivation, resilience and a willingness to adapt to the changing needs and priorities.
  • Hands-on experience with Ariba procurement platforms, including familiarity with Source-to-Contract (S2C), Procure-to-Pay (P2P), and Supplier Lifecycle & Performance (SLP) processes.
  • Prior experience in process improvement or change management.
  • Able to work independently.
  • Strong relationship-building skills with stakeholders.
  • Ability to communicate and document ideas in a way that is accessible and aligned with leadership expectations.
  • Knowledge or exposure to AI tools and concepts is an advantage.

An exciting career awaits the right candidate! Click "Quick Apply" to register your interest now.

All applicants' CV will be treated with the strictest confidentiality. We regret to inform that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
  SALARY S$7,500.00 - S$8,500.00 per Month

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