What the role is:Being part of the team responsible for Sentosa Development Corporation (SDC)'s procurement function, the job holder will undertake work in executing tendering functional role, advising business divisions on procurement procedures and strategies, and supporting the Procurement team in innovating and driving procurement excellence through policy improvement, digital transformation and capability-building initiatives.What you will be working on:The job holder will have the opportunity to take on a combination of the different areas of work as follows: • Conducting end-to-end tendering processes from preparation to award of tender in accordance with policies and procedures to meet procurement objectives, include engaging business divisions to understand business needs and formulating tender requirements; provide contract administration advisory for major and complex projects; • Advising business divisions and leading strategic discussions pertaining to procurement queries that are more complex in nature and which may not employ the conventional type of tender methodology or approach, contract structure, terms and conditions etc, e.g. Outcome-based procurement, procuring prototypes/testbeds in relation to sustainability initiatives; • Supporting Procure-to-Pay reviews to streamline procurement policies, processes, forms/templates; development of guides and resources to aid users in navigating procurement for greater agility and ease; • Supporting the implementation of digitalization and data analytics efforts (e.g. automation of procurement processes, digitizing forms) for greater operating efficiency and procurement performance; tapping on data to study trends and gather insights; and • Supporting knowledge sharing and communicating of procurement policies and initiatives to internal stakeholders to enhance procurement awareness and competency.What we are looking for:
Good Bachelor's degree from a recognized tertiary institution • Minimum 10 years of experience in procurement; previous experience in public sector procurement preferred • Conversant with GeBIZ or other electronic procurement application systems will be beneficial • Strong critical thinking, analytical, planning and organization skills • Self-driven, resourceful and committed individual; able to work independently and within teams • Good written and oral communication skills • Ability to engage with people at all levels; good interpersonal skills • Meticulous and concerned with details • Background in framework conceptualization, development and implementation of procurement policies or initiatives will be an advantage • Keen interest in deriving insights and trends through data analytics
About Sentosa Development Corporation:Sentosa Development Corporation (SDC) was established on 1 September 1972 as a Statutory Board under the Ministry of Trade and Industry. Its charter since inception has been to oversee the development, management and promotion of the Sentosa Island as a resort destination for locals and tourists. Under the care of SDC, the island went through a makeover to become a premier getaway with multi-faceted appeal. From business conventions to beach parties, Sentosa caters to an extensive range of needs and interests. SDC has evolved and grown over the years. It currently oversees the following business and commercial units - Sentosa Leisure Management Pte Ltd, Sentosa Golf Club, Sentosa Cove Resort Management Pte Ltd and Mount Faber Leisure Group.