Executive / Senior Executive, 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 26 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.  An exciting career awaits you at ALPS. Join us to embark on a meaning career that brings value and impact to the population. Apply now if that sounds like something you would like to be a part of.

Job Description
As an Procurement Executive/Senior Executive in ALPS, you will be based in one of the 26 Public Healthcare Institutions (PHI) in Singapore, and you will be responsible for the Procurement and Contract Management services within the PHI. Working in a team, you will provide proactive planning and value add to the procurement category you are in-charge of. You will also communicate closely with hospital users and ALPS vendors to support in the hospital’s daily operations for patients’ care.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, strategize, analyse and implement sourcing strategy in category sourcing and supplier initiatives and be accountable for the outcomes
• Ensure the entire procurement cycle processes are in compliance with ALPS’ procurement policies
• Partner internal users to procure goods and/or services in a timely, effective and compliant manner
• Manage vendors to ensure quality, pricing and delivery objectives are met
• Add value through proper negotiation, product standardization and/or innovative ways of sourcing
• Monitor and establish contract on time to ensure continuous supply of products and/or services
• Actively solicit internal users’ feedback, address issues and seek continuous improvement
• Partake in any process improvement project as assigned by supervisor
• Any other duties assigned by supervisor

Job Requirements

• Degree, preferably in business related discipline
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Proficient in MS office and Excel
• Advanced analytical and negotiation skills
• Familiarization with SAP would be an added advantage
• Positive working attitude, willingness to learn and thrives in a team environment