Head, Group and Land Procurement at Pacific International Lines (Pte) Ltd

, , Singapore -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

27 Dec, 25

Salary

0.0

Posted On

28 Sep, 25

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Yes

Skills

Procurement Management, Leadership, Risk Management, Strategic Planning, Vendor Management, Team Development, Communication, Collaboration, Policy Formulation, Process Governance, Performance Reporting, Cost-Effectiveness, Compliance, Problem Solving, Adaptability, Sustainability, Innovation

Industry

Logistics;Transportation;Supply Chain and Storage

Description

DRIVING CONNECTIVITY Chart your Course with PIL With over 55 years of leadership in the global shipping industry, Pacific International Lines (PIL) is looking for proactive individuals to drive innovation and sustainable shipping solutions. If you’re fueled by pioneering ideas, enjoy challenging the status quo, and are determined to make a significant impact, PIL wants you as a part of our dynamic community of maritime professionals. At PIL, we provide local experiences with a global reach. With our headquarters in Singapore, and services offered at over 500 locations in 90 countries, you will have ample opportunities to work with colleagues from different cultures and communities. Get On Board for a Dynamic and Purposeful Career. We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Head, Group and Land Procurement to join our Group Procurement team at Pacific International Lines (PIL). This role will manage a team of procurement categories managers, and be responsible to lead and steer PIL Group procurement activities for various categories. You will be responsible to cover areas such as policy formulation, process governance, IT procurement systems, target setting and performance reporting. You will also be responsible to develop strategies for Land Procurement category that covers depot, rail and truck procurement. You will partner users on indirect procurement such as HR, Admin and Information Technology. Key Responsibilities: Group Procurement Excellence Develop and oversee PIL global procurement work plan, including setting objectives, KPIs and timelines for key initiatives Provide leadership and support on PIL Group Procurement policies and cross functional best practices sharing on an ongoing basis Assess and manage procurement related risk, such as supply chain disruptions, compliance issues, vendor risk and developing strategies to mitigate these risks. Leading Procurement transformation project to develop and manage common procurement system to enhance compliance and controls, ensuring that organization has necessary IT tools and processes in place to support its procurement strategy. Responsible for Global Procurement Committee (GPC) that collaboratively steer the Procurement Strategy and refreshes Work Plan across all categories every 2 months Indirect procurement, i.e. travel, admin, IT, etc. Monthly updates in SMC meeting for Group Procurement Excellence matters Landside Procurement Strategize for global landside procurement initiatives, contracts, and supplier selections to ensure adequate risk evaluation, cross functional business impact as well as providing check and balance based on four-eyes principle. Responsible for driving global vendor performance efficiency, including cost-effectiveness and compliance with regulations and internal control. Address, arbitrate and resolve procurement-related challenges involving multi business units and regions. Career development and coaching of team members, designing organization structure to enable key talent becoming pipeline for succession planning Provide leadership, guidance and support to Regional Office for all landside category related matters from Source to post-Contracting (excluding Payment handled by Finance). MUST HAVE: Degree in relevant disciplines such as Business, Supply Chain Management or related field Minimum 12-15 years of relevant expertise in operations, procurement, operations management or related supply chain management positions, preferable in container shipping industry Proven leadership capabilities and experience leading a team and leading strategic group initiatives WE VALUE: Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with various stakeholders. A team-oriented mindset and detailed oriented. Flexibility and adaptability to changes in a dynamic business environment. Why Join Us: Be part of a leading global carrier with a strong focus on sustainability and innovation. Work in a dynamic and collaborative environment. Opportunities for professional growth and development. Application Process: To apply for this exciting opportunity, please submit your resume outlining your qualifications and experience to PIL Career Website. Foreign candidates will be subject to the validity of approved work passes to work in Singapore. About Us Incorporated in 1967, Pacific International Lines (PIL) is ranked 12th among the world’s top container shipping lines and is also the largest home-grown carrier in Southeast Asia. Based in Singapore, PIL is a global carrier with a focus on Asia, China, Africa, the Middle East, Latin America, Oceania, and the Pacific Islands. Together with its affiliated companies Mariana Express Lines (MELL) and Malaysia Shipping Corporation, PIL serves customers at over 500 locations in more than 90 countries worldwide with a fleet of 100 container and multi-purpose vessels. Apart from the core liner shipping business, PIL also has several other business units such as container manufacturing, depot, and logistics services. PIL strives to meet the needs of its customers by providing value-adding services such as intermodal, breakbulk, and reefer services delivered on innovative technological platforms. With its focus on “Driving Connectivity” and commitment to achieving Net Zero by 2050, PIL aims to be an efficient, sustainable, and future-ready shipping line. For more information, visit www.pilship.com Pacific International Lines (PIL) is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Responsibilities

The Head of Group and Land Procurement will manage a team of procurement category managers and lead PIL's procurement activities across various categories. Responsibilities include developing procurement strategies, overseeing policy formulation, and ensuring compliance and performance reporting.