What the role is:As a member of Team Central Provident Fund (CPF), you will play a crucial role in helping over 4 million members save for their retirement, healthcare, and housing needs as well as helping them cope with life's uncertainties. With a fulfilling career, career growth, and development opportunities, you will be part of a big family of dedicated professionals. Join us and champion financial security for Singaporeans while leaving a lasting legacy.What you will be working on:As a Procurement Operations Specialist, you will play a pivotal role in driving the efficiency and effectiveness of government procurement processes. You will have the opportunity to contribute to the enhancement of procurement practices, gain valuable experience in tender engagement, and shape the future of procurement through the following key responsibilities: • Collaborating with various stakeholders to develop appropriate innovative procurement strategies/approaches to achieve effective procurement in support of their needs. • Providing professional advice to various stakeholders on best practices in sourcing, evaluating contract management, and supplier management practices. • Ensuring compliance with the Government Instructions Manual (IM) on Procurement and the Board's Procurement Policy and Guidelines for all purchases. • Preparing and submitting tenders, which involve creating comprehensive documents and evaluating and assessing potential vendors who submit bids. • Conducting spend analysis on procurement data to formulate long-term procurement strategies for better procurement management. • Detecting anomalies and identifying opportunities for demand aggregation. • Contributing to the continuous improvement of procurement processes by providing valuable insights and feedback gained from tender participation experiences. • Engaging in projects leveraging cutting-edge technologies such as Machine Learning (ML), Artificial Intelligence (AI), GenAI, and Robotic Process Automation (RPA) to enhance the procurement experience.What we are looking for:
Demonstrated work experience in procurement preferably in ICT, data analysis, and governance processes. • Good understanding of procurement governance processes and best practices. • Good knowledge of demand aggregation strategies and their application in procurement. • Good analytical skills to assess procurement data and detect anomalies. • Ability to design and implement training programs aligned with procurement competency frameworks. • Familiarity with technologies such as ML/AI, GenAI, and RPA, and a willingness to participate in projects that leverage these technologies to enhance the user procurement experience. • Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities, deadlines, and resources effectively. The successful candidate will hold the corporate title of Manager/Senior Manager, with seniority based on individual work experiences. What you can expect • A challenging and rewarding career • A variety of formal and informal training to enhance your skills in the evolving technology landscape • Promotion opportunities based on your capability and on-the-job performance • A friendly work environment with like-minded colleagues to co-create and collaborate together • A hybrid work model allowing remote work for up to 50% of the time, contingent upon the exigencies of service • A productive yet growth-oriented workplace with a flexible dress code empowering you to decide your appropriate outfit for the day • A comprehensive rewards package • Annual leave and pro-family leave • Medical and dental benefits • Access to recreational activities • Position is on a 1-year full-time contract directly under the payroll of CPF Board with an option to renew, contingent upon confirmation and subject to organisational needs. Additionally, there is potential for emplacement into a permanent position
About Central Provident Fund Board:At the Central Provident Fund (CPF) Board, we believe in developing individuals who are inspired to do their life's best work, through 3Ps: Purposeful Work, Professional Growth, People & Culture. Purposeful Work - The CPF Board helps 4 million members save for their retirement, healthcare and housing needs. Beyond being a pension fund, we are unique in being a national social security organisation, and we serve CPF members knowing that we make a difference. Professional Growth - At CPF Board, you will have the opportunity to learn on the job and pick up new skills and knowledge. Although you are joining one organisation, you will have access to many career paths in the years ahead. People and Culture - When you join CPF Board, you become part of a mission-oriented organisation with a strong culture of teamwork, collaboration, and innovation. As an employer, we value our people as our greatest asset, and foster a culture of respect, diversity, and inclusivity, where everyone's voice is heard, and contributions are recognised and celebrated. Come and be a part of #TeamCPF today, to make a difference in the lives of others and in the future of Singapore.
