Job Description

JOB SCOPE

Summary of Key Responsibilities

The primary responsibility of the Assistant Manager, Procurement is to work with MBS various business units including Facilities, Retails, Casino, ArtScience Museum, Hotel and Theater to raise contracting request RFQ or RFP, prepare bid document, cost comparison, negotiate effectively for A&A works in support of the organization's projects locally.

Job Responsibilities

The Assistant Manager will be responsible for managing multiple types of procurement service requisitions and contracts including:

• Material Supply and Services Agreement
• Professional Services Agreement
• General Services Agreement
• Works Order
• Sub-Contractor Agreement
• Facilities Services and Maintenance
• Other contracts as needed

In addition to raising order and negotiating contracts, the Assistant Manager is expected to perform the following tasks:

• understand legal contracts and negotiate competitive terms
• have knowledge of construction material and facilities equipment
• selection of suitable vendors and comprehensive contracting management
• negotiations to ensure competitive pricing
• ensure competitive pricing with strategic service providers and establish relevant agreements where appropriate
• knowledge of the key requirements of local and national SOP
• ability to work with cross-functional teams and contractors to host value-engineering exercises
• ability to put together comprehensive bid document including statements or work
• ability to demonstrate value-added services throughout the contract administration period (from award through closeout)
• cross-functional department involvement and close cooperation with Design, Construction, Facilities, Legal, Finance and Procurement itself

All duties are to be performed in accordance with departmental and MBS's policies, practices, and procedures.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Education & Certification

Diploma or Bachelor Degree required in quantity surveying, construction management, project management, facilities management or engineering (or an equivalent experience).

Experience and Competencies

• Minimum 5 years of experience in purchase requisition and orders, contract management and/or construction management or a related field.
• Knowledge of financial and cost management, contract management, and spreadsheet analysis. Skills with Microsoft Office suite and spreadsheets are essential. Work in a fast-paced, busy, and somewhat stressful environment.
• Meticulous, attention to details, analytical and lateral thinking with strong desire to learn and contribute.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills across all aspects of the business.
• Proficiency in computer applications - MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Ability to communicate effectively in a positive/upbeat fashion utilizing English; both in oral and written form, interpersonal skills with focused attention to guest needs to deal effectively with all business contacts,
• Maintain proper mental attitude while dealing effectively with management, team members, and suppliers while working under pressure and meeting deadlines.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, especially ability to listen and comprehend high volume of information.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with management, co-workers and business partners.
• Quick Learner of the process and execution of the activities. In addition to the ability to work with minimal supervision and ability to multi-task.
• Ariba/SAP Platform experience is an added advantage.

You agree that it is a condition of employment that you adhere to and abide by all rules, regulations, policies and procedures including without limitation the rules of conduct of the Company.

It is the Company's preference to hire individuals who are fully vaccinated. If you are not fully vaccinated but have:

• Begun the vaccination process and are awaiting the 2nd/3rd vaccination appointment, or are within the 14 day period prior to being classified as fully vaccinated; or
• Are certified to be medically ineligible for vaccination against COVID-19 by a medical professional;

Please present proof of the above. Your understanding and support is much appreciated.

Advertised: 10 Oct 2022 Singapore Standard Time
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