Executive/Senior Executive /Assistant Manager, Procurement (IT/Technology Services)
Position Executive/Senior Executive /Assistant Manager, Procurement (IT/Technology Services) Company SATS Contract Type Permanent Working Hours 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM Function Purchasing/Inventory/Material & Warehouse Management Location
About SATS – Feed and Connect Communities
SATS isa global leader in gateway services and Asia's pre-eminent provider of food solutions. Using innovative food technologies and resilient supply chains, we create tasty, quality food in sustainable ways for airlines, foodservice chains, retailers, and institutions. With heartfelt service and advanced technology, we connect people, businesses, and communities seamlessly through our comprehensive gateway services for customers such as airlines, cruise lines, freight forwarders, postal services and eCommerce companies.
Fulfilling our purpose to feed and connect communities, SATS delights customers in over 210 locations and 27 countries across the Asia Pacific, UK, Europe, the Middle East and the Americas. SATS has been listed on the Singapore Exchange since May 2000. For more information, please visitwww.sats.com.sg .
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
* Responsible for the procurement of technology and IT-related products/services whilst meeting users’ specifications and requirements in a timely manner and at the most competitive price(s)
* Review and improve existing procedures and processes to improve corporate governance, staff productivity and consolidate users’ requirements to source for most competitive value buys
* Work closely with team members and provide guidance, training and support direct reporting staff to optimize their contributions
* Help trouble-shoot problems encountered by staff using the sourcing and procurement systems and liaise with external stake holders for rectification
* Ensure that all purchasing activities and documentations are carried out timely and in compliance with the Purchasing Procedures and SATS Financial & Operating Approval Limits at all times
* Ensure that the specifications and requirements are sufficiently detailed and complete for competitive quotes
* Follow up closely with users on procurement process and attend to suppliers’ queries and clarifications when required
* Attend tender interviews and conduct negotiations with suppliers
* Attend Tenders Committee’s meetings with user for award recommendation
KEY REQUIIREMENTS
* Minimum degree with 2 years of experience in the procurement of technology and IT-related products/services
* Experience in Ariba, SAP S4 Hana is essential and IBM MAXIMO will be preferred
* Knowledge of MS office suites is essential
* knowledge and working experience in data analytics will be preferred
* Meticulous and pro-active
* Good verbal and written communication skills in English
* Team player and able to lead a team of buyers
* Work Location: SATS Airfreight Terminal 5
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