Senior Manager, Procurement

About ALPS

ALPS - a subsidiary of SingHealth, was set up in 2018 as part of Ministry of Health’s (MOH) strategic thrust in delivering value-based supply chain solutions to public healthcare.

As the public healthcare supply chain agency, we design and execute a national level end-to-end supply chain blueprint in partnership with 27 Public Healthcare Institutions (PHIs) in Singapore.

Our employees are key to our excellence – the heartbeat in sustaining our mission, developing new capabilities and re-engineering processes to future-proof Singapore’s healthcare supply chain landscape – making it more sustainable and resilient.

About The Role

As the Senior Manager, the incumbent will assist the Site Lead to undertake the portfolio in managing the non-medical team. Leading the team, he/she will be responsible for the Procurement and Contract Management services within the PHI. He/she will work closely with the institution users and ALPS vendors to support the institution’s daily operations for patient care.

The incumbent will be based in one of the Public Health Institutions.

Key Responsibilities

1. Lead and implement sourcing strategies and supplier initiatives, ensuring accountability for outcomes.
2. Provide managerial support to the procurement team, ensuring effective vendor performance and relationships.
3. Acquire and utilize domain knowledge in specific categories, guiding category management.
4. Review and endorse procurement offers and facilitate their evaluation.
5. Ensure unbiased evaluation of procurement products and services.
6. Conduct and co-chair evaluation meetings.
7. Approve and properly file meeting minutes and documentation.
8. Analyze total cost of ownership and drive negotiations for optimal value.
9. Facilitate contract negotiations and long-term agreements with vendors.
10. Lead negotiations to achieve best value outcomes.
11. Manage vendor relationships to optimize performance and compliance with service level agreements.
12. Ensure business continuity plans and risk assessments are in place.
13. Troubleshoot and resolve requisition process issues and disputes.
14. Attend meetings with health institutions to manage critical supplies.
15. Lead continuous improvement in sourcing and procurement processes, ensuring uninterrupted supply.

Requirements

1. University Graduate with at least 8-10 years’ experience
2. Postgraduate with 6-8 years’ experience in procurement and supply chain management, preferably in a healthcare provider’s environment and/or with knowledge in healthcare supplies
3. Experience in a supervisory role or leading project across functional teams, procurement cycle and governance in procurement
4. Proficiency in using eProcurement tools, SAP MM is advantageous
5. Possess strong interpersonal communication, good organisation skills, proactive analytical and negotiation skills.
6. Demonstrates sense of integrity and transparency
7. Possess excellent planning & prioritisation, judgement and decision making

An exciting career awaits you at ALPS. Join us to embark on a meaningful career that brings value and impact to the population. Apply now if that sounds like something you would like to be a part of.

Only shortlisted candidates would be notified.