Job Summary
The jobholder (2-year contract) plays a strategic leadership role in overseeing procurement governance, contract management, and high-level facilities oversight. The jobholder ensures that organisational operations are supported by strong internal controls, transparent processes, and effective vendor management aligned with regulatory and governance standards.
The jobholder will provide strategic advisory support to senior management and ensure the sustainability and resilience of organisational infrastructure and procurement functions.
The jobholder also serves as the Head of Department (HOD), responsible for leading the Corporate Logistics Management (CLM) team, building capabilities, and driving operational excellence across procurement and facilities governance functions.
The jobholder is expected to work from 8:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. on weekdays and may be required to work after office hours, over weekends and on public holidays to support organisation events. He/she is expected to work in a variety of environments and is required to travel out of the office premises frequently to provide support at various events and centre locations.
Key Responsibility Areas
Procurement Strategy, Governance & Compliance
a. Lead the organisation’s procurement function, ensuring strong governance, transparency, and compliance with internal policies and external regulatory requirements.
b. Oversee end-to-end procurement processes including sourcing, tender management, vendor evaluation, negotiation, and contract lifecycle management.
c. Develop and enhance procurement strategies, frameworks, and policies to strengthen value-for-money, risk management, and operational consistency.
d. Utilise digital procurement initiatives (e-procurement systems, automation, analytics dashboards) to enhance efficiency, traceability, and oversight.
e. Conduct procurement-related risk assessments, manage audit readiness, and coordinate compliance reviews to support organisational accountability.
f. Establish supplier performance frameworks and manage strategic vendor relationships for long-term value and service excellence.
Facilities and Infrastructure Governance
a. Provide strategic oversight of facilities management functions, ensuring policies, governance frameworks, and standards remain robust and compliant with regulatory requirements.
b. Lead long-term infrastructure planning and prioritisation of capital works in collaboration with senior leadership.
c. Oversee contract, license and vendor management for outsourced facilities services, ensuring performance quality, safety compliance, and timely service delivery.
d. Ensure workplace safety, emergency preparedness, and infrastructure risk management align with organisational governance expectations.
e. Provide oversight and coordination of facilities and logistical arrangements for key organisational meetings and events, ensuring that Management Committee Meetings (MCM), Chairman’s Conferences (CC), Board of Directors’ (BOD) meetings, and the Annual General Meeting (AGM) are supported with appropriate preparation, execution, and follow-up.
Strategic Leadership and Governance
a. Develop work plans, budgets, and long-term strategies for facilities and procurement functions.
b. Provide strategic advisory support to senior management on procurement strategy, facilities governance, compliance matters, and organisational risk.
c. Champion digitalisation, system enhancements, and technology adoption (e.g., e-procurement platforms, asset management systems) to strengthen operational effectiveness.
d. Review and enhance SOPs, processes, frameworks, and policies to improve efficiency, safety, compliance, and service delivery standards.
e. Oversee project planning elements within facilities and procurement, ensuring proper governance, feasibility assessments, and alignment with organisational priorities.
Team Leadership and Capability Development
a. Lead and manage the Corporate Logistics Management (CLM) team, setting clear direction, performance expectations, and developmental plans.
b. Provide coaching, mentoring, and capability development opportunities for the CLM team.
c. Oversee major tenders, strategic sourcing exercises, and infrastructure projects executed by the team to ensure alignment with organisational goals and governance requirements.
d. Drive procurement and facilities governance culture across the organisation through policy communication, training, and advisory support.
e. Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders, external partners, regulators, contractors, and service providers to enhance operational continuity and collaboration.
f. Champion continuous improvement, digitalisation, and risk-aware practices within the organisation.
Other Duties
a. Any other duties as assigned by the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and Deputy Chief Executive Officer (DCE).
Requirements
a. Degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Facilities Management, or a related field is preferred.
b. At least 5 to 7 years’ relevant professional experience in procurement, contract management, or facilities governance, with strong leadership exposure.
c. Proven expertise in procurement governance, tender management, sourcing strategies, and vendor performance evaluation.
d. Experience in overseeing outsourced facilities services and providing high-level infrastructure or facilities governance.
e. Strong knowledge of regulatory requirements, governance frameworks, workplace safety standards, and compliance obligations.
f. Proficient in digital procurement systems, automation tools, and data analytics for operational insights and improved oversight.
g. Strong leadership capabilities, with experience managing teams, coaching staff, and developing functional competencies.
h. Excellent stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with senior management, vendors, and external agencies.
i. Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities, with a drive for continuous improvement, digitalisation, and operational excellence.