Senior Executive/ Executive (Procurement) at SMRT Corporation Ltd

Singapore, , Singapore -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

04 Jan, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

06 Oct, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Negotiation, Analytical Skills, Vendor Management, Contract Management, Sourcing Strategies, Category Management, Market Analysis, Supplier Segmentation, Cost Savings, Process Enhancements, Total Cost Of Ownership, Value-Based Procurement, Compliance, Performance Monitoring, Risk Mitigation, Industry Trends

Industry

Urban Transit Services

Description

Job Purpose You will be responsible for driving procurement processes and initiatives for automotives in SMRT’s buses and taxis fleet. In this role, you will ensure the efficient and value-driven acquisition of critical hardware, spares and services that are critical to our infrastructure and operational continuity. Through strategic and operational sourcing, as well as category management, you will deliver impactful procurement outcomes that contribute to the organization’s long-term goals. Responsibilities Formulate sourcing strategies and category plans for transport systems, including market analysis and supplier segmentation to optimize value and reduce risk. Manage end-to-end procurement of spares and services. Partner with business units to understand requirements, influence sourcing decisions, and drive alignment in tenders and contracts. Oversee vendor relationships and contract lifecycle, ensuring compliance, performance, and strategic improvements. Monitor procurement outcomes and drive continuous improvement and risk mitigation. Stay updated on industry trends and innovations to identify opportunities for cost savings and process enhancements. Any other tasks as assigned by the Supervisor. Qualifications & Work Experience • Degree in Engineering, Business Administration, Supply Chain or a closely-related technical field.• Relevant experience in a procurement/sourcing role is preferred.• Fresh graduates are welcome to apply, as training and development opportunities will be provided.Skills Technical skills include: Skilled in developing, interpreting, and negotiating complex deals with a strong grasp of total cost of ownership (TCO) and value-based procurement. Familiarity with Ariba and SAP (MM modules) is an advantage. Generic skills include: Able to negotiate effectively, to achieve achieving strategic outcomes in complex environments. Strong analytical skills with a track record of driving quality improvements and strategic decisions. Capable of handling evolving technical challenges, especially in automotive spares and contract management domains, using broad instructions and sound judgment. Effective in building strategic relationships with vendors, partners, and regulators; able to influence and collaborate across functions. Familiarity with contract law, international trade law, financial regulations, and outsourcing/vendor risk management is a plus. Experience in the public transport industry is beneficial. We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Responsibilities

You will be responsible for driving procurement processes and initiatives for automotives in SMRT’s buses and taxis fleet. This includes managing end-to-end procurement of spares and services, overseeing vendor relationships, and ensuring compliance and performance improvements.