Avensys is a reputed global IT professional services company headquartered in Singapore. Our service spectrum includes enterprise solution consulting, business intelligence, business process automation and managed services. Given our decade of success, we have evolved to become one of the top trusted providers in Singapore and service a client base across banking and financial services, insurance, information technology, healthcare, retail and supply chain.

Job Description:

We are seeking an experienced Procurement Category Lead - IT Sourcing to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in IT sourcing and procurement, with a proven ability to manage vendor relationships and optimize sourcing strategies in the IT domain. Prior experience in the core banking or financial services industry is highly preferred.

Requirements:

• Extensive experience in IT sourcing and procurement.
• Prior experience working as a Procurement Category Lead with a focus on IT spend.
• Strong negotiation, contract management, and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Experience in core banking or financial services is highly desirable.
• Excellent communication and analytical skills.
• Ability to work independently and lead cross-functional teams.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead end-to-end IT sourcing and procurement activities across hardware, software, infrastructure, and professional services categories.
• Develop and execute category strategies that align with business goals and deliver cost savings.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to understand IT requirements and ensure procurement strategies meet business needs.
• Manage vendor selection, contract negotiation, and performance evaluation.
• Ensure compliance with internal procurement policies and regulatory requirements.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key IT vendors and internal stakeholders.
• Analyze market trends and identify opportunities for innovation and improvement.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Professional certifications (e.g., CIPS, PMP) are a plus

WHAT'S ON OFFER

You will be remunerated with an excellent base salary and entitled to attractive company benefits. Additionally, you will get the opportunity to enjoy a fun and collaborative work environment, alongside a strong career progression.

To submit your application, please apply online or email your UPDATED CV to ashwak@aven-sys.com

Your interest will be treated with strict confidentiality.

CONSULTANT DETAILS:

Consultant Name : Ashwak

Avensys Consulting Pte Ltd

EA Licence 12C5759

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