Engineering Procurement Manager

Responsibilities:

Vendor Management & Qualification

• Lead the qualification and onboarding of new vendors, subcontractors, and suppliers based on technical competence, compliance, and capacity.
• Maintain a comprehensive Vendor Performance Dashboard on the ERP, capturing delivery quality, responsiveness, and compliance to KPIs.
• Conduct quarterly Vendor Evaluation and feedback sessions to ensure continuous improvement.

Category & Portfolio Management

• Develop and manage key procurement categories (MEP, Drywall Partitions, Glass Partitions, Floor finishes, Joinery, Lighting & Accessories, Furniture, etc.) with defined cost benchmarks and sourcing strategies.
• Optimise supplier portfolio to balance cost, quality, and reliability while mitigating supply risk.
• Support localisation of supply chains by identifying and developing qualified indigenous vendors.
• Successfully develop and deploy the Rate Cards and Room Kit Procurement System for Joinery and Furniture

Procurement Strategy & Governance

• Formulate project-specific procurement strategies aligned with project timelines, risk profiles, and profit margin targets.
• Ensure full compliance with the company's Procurement Operating System from sourcing and bid analysis to contract award and variation management.
• Implement category-level cost control measures and maintain transparent documentation for audit readiness.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Work closely with Design, Project Management, and Finance teams to ensure procurement aligns with project execution schedules and budget objectives.
• Provide market intelligence and cost trend insights to support early-stage project costing and value engineering.

Performance & Reporting

• Track procurement KPIs, including lead time, cost savings, supplier reliability, and compliance scores.
• Prepare monthly procurement performance reports for the Head of Supply Chain and Executive Management.
• Champion continuous improvement and digitalisation initiatives within the procurement function.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Supply Chain Management, or related discipline (Master’s degree or professional certification is an advantage).
• 5–7 years of relevant experience in Engineering or Construction Procurement, preferably within Fit-out, Construction, or Engineering sectors.
• Proven experience managing multiple vendors and complex material categories.
• Strong negotiation, contract management, and analytical skills.
• Demonstrated knowledge of ERP systems, procurement software, and supplier evaluation tools.
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and leadership abilities.
• Strategic Sourcing & Category Management
• Vendor Relationship Management
• Procurement Governance & Compliance
• Cost Optimisation & Risk Mitigation
• Market Intelligence & Data-Driven Decision Making
• Cross-Functional Collaboration
• Ethical and Transparent Procurement Practice