COMPANY DESCRIPTION

Singapore Management University is a place where high-level professionalism blends together with a healthy informality. The 'family-like' atmosphere among the SMU community fosters a culture where employees work, plan, organise and play together - building a strong collegiality and morale within the university.

Our commitment to attract and retain talent is ongoing. We offer attractive benefits and welfare, competitive compensation packages, and generous professional development opportunities - all to meet the work-life needs of our staff. No wonder, then, that SMU continues to be given numerous awards and recognition for its human resource excellence.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Category Strategy Management for selected category areas
  • General Services Such as Library, security, Legal & Finance Services.
  • Strategic Common category such as catering, logistic services, stationery and other supplies.
• Engage internal stakeholders to understand and refine requirements according to external supply market and across different schools.
• Manage relationship with suppliers according to suppliers' segregation, driving improvement actions and installing a cadence/dashboard/metrics to track suppliers' performance. Organise supplier business review.
• Document and Ensure compliance to Policies/Procedures/Processes in close collaboration with Internal Audit and stakeholders.
• Lead change management and process improvement to reduce non-value-added activities by engaging stakeholders, challenging status quo and providing thought leadership..
• Minimize contractual risks by ensuring proper Contract Management with regular reviews through close working relation with Legal.
• Lead negotiations and devise negotiation strategies with the support of cross functional team to deliver agreed savings by utilising tools such as Benchmarking, Tender, Bidding, Value Engineering etc. Track cost savings.
• Review supplier base regularly for optimization and consolidation according to internal requirements and external supply market situation.
• Individual will be providing consultancy services to their stakeholder and should know about category market trends.
• Individual will help lead procurement initiatives for decision making and take ownership of these initiatives.
• The role reports to the Associate Director, Office of Procurement
• Any other duties assigned.

• Diploma or degree holder with at least 8 years work experience in category procurement.
• Practical Tech Knowledge
  • Supply Base knowledge in assigned categories.
  • Tech knowledge in assigned categories.
  • Experienced in Category Management in Indirect Procurement & Services.
  • Supplier Relationship Management Skills.
  • Negotiation Skills.
  • SAP, Ariba knowledge.
  • Procurement Process Source to Contract (S2C), Procure to Pay (P2P) knowledge.
• Communication and Influencing skills
  • Ability to understand, engage and influence stakeholders to optimize Procurement Process together.
  • Able to provide clarity into Procurement Process and compliance requirements to stakeholders.
  • Able to drive changes to address gaps in processes with minimal supervision.

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Candidates who do not possess the stipulated qualifications but have relevant work experience may still apply. Remuneration and appointment terms shall commensurate with qualifications and experience. SMU reserves the right to modify the appointment terms where necessary.

COMPANY DESCRIPTION

Singapore Management University is a place where high-level professionalism blends together with a healthy informality. The 'family-like' atmosphere among the SMU community fosters a culture where employees work, plan, organise and play together - building a strong collegiality and morale within the university.

Our commitment to attract and retain talent is ongoing. We offer attractive benefits and welfare, competitive compensation packages, and generous professional development opportunities - all to meet the work-life needs of our staff. No wonder, then, that SMU continues to be given numerous awards and recognition for its human resource excellence.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• This position is for Lee Kong Chian School of Business (LKCSB).
• Programme & Academic Administration
  • Manage end-to-end student lifecycle processes, from matriculation to graduation
  • Coordinate onboarding activities, academic calendars, programme schedules, and dissertation milestones.
  • Oversee academic administration, including course setup, registration, records management, and workshop logistics.
  • Ensure smooth and timely delivery of classes, workshops, and programme activities.
  • Manage programme budgets, forecasting, student financial matters, and instructor payment processes.
  • Support accreditation and compliance-related activities.
  • Serve as a primary liaison for students, faculty, Academic Directors, and internal stakeholders.
  • Coordinate student engagement initiatives, including orientation, networking events, and programme milestones.
• Support Team on Grading & Academic Processes
  • Support the PD Team in the administration and oversight of grading processes across programmes and workshops.
  • Manage grading timelines, communications, and follow-ups to ensure timely submission by instructors and students.
  • Verify accuracy, completeness, and compliance of grade submissions in accordance with academic policies.
  • Address discrepancies and ensure adherence to grading standards and guidelines
  • Maintain clear documentation of grading processes for reporting and quality assurance.
  • Generate regular and ad hoc reports to support academic monitoring, decision-making, and compliance requirements.
• Systems & Process Management
  • Administer academic processes within institutional systems, ensuring data integrity, timeliness, and compliance.
  • Manage system-based operations, including student enrolment, course registration, grading, and academic records.
  • Update and maintain student and programme records as required.
  • Monitor system workflows to identify bottlenecks, errors, or inconsistencies, and implement corrective actions.
  • Identify opportunities to improve processes and enhance operational efficiency through best practices.
  • Collaborate with internal departments to resolve system-related issues and optimise functionality.
• Other Duties as Assigned
  • Support special projects, events and initiatives that align with the programme's long-term goal.

• Bachelor's degree with at least 4 to 6 years of relevant working experience, preferably in an educational setting.
• Prior experience relevant to this position or acquired in an Institute of Higher Learning (IHL) will be advantageous.
• Strong operational and systems management capabilities.
• High attention to detail and accuracy in academic and grading processes.
• Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and competing priorities effectively.
• Proactive in identifying process improvements and driving efficiency.
• Strong communication and coordination skills.
• Proficient in AI Tools and MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word) and video conferencing tools;
  • Familiarity with analytical tools such as Power BI would be an advantage.
• Willingness to work on weekends and weekday evenings when required.
• A proactive, independent team player with flexibility to perform ad-hoc duties as needed.

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Candidates who do not possess the stipulated qualifications but have relevant work experience may still apply. Remuneration and appointment terms shall commensurate with qualifications and experience. SMU reserves the right to modify the appointment terms where necessary.

KPMG in Singapore is part of a global organization of independent professional services firms providing Audit, Tax and Advisory services. We operate in 143 countries and territories with more than 273,000 partners and employees working in member firms around the world. Each KPMG firm is a legally distinct and separate entity and describes itself as such. KPMG International Limited is a private English company limited by guarantee. KPMG International Limited and its related entities do not provide services to clients.

Job Description

KPMG has a strong Digital Transformation team in this region, and we are assisting several clients with End-to-End business transformation initiatives incorporating Supply Chain & Procurement products such as COUPA, Jaggaer, o9, Ivalua and Zycus. Our practice is further expanding, and we are currently seeking an experienced Procurement Consultant with strong Procure-to-Pay (P2P) expertise and a proven track record in delivering end-to-end Ivalua implementation projects. The ideal candidate will be hands-on, able to manage client engagements independently, and bring deep knowledge of procurement processes, functional design, testing, and change management.

This position is based in Singapore.

Responsibilities

• Deliver comprehensive end-to-end Ivalua implementation projects for the P2P workstream.
• Apply strong functional knowledge of procurement, sourcing, contracting, supplier management, and invoicing processes to align with client requirements.
• Manage project workstreams independently, taking on roles such as Functional Design Lead, Testing Lead, Project Manager, and Change Management Support.
• Lead functional design workshops, including requirement gathering and fit-gap analysis.
• Create project documentation, including to-be process flows, business process documents, configuration workbooks, testing strategies, test scenarios, test scripts, and training materials.
• Lead and execute testing phases, including SIT, UAT, and Regression testing.
• Support change management activities and deliver end-user and supplier training.
• Collaborate closely with client stakeholders across procurement, finance, IT, and suppliers to ensure successful adoption and business outcomes.
• Stay current with industry trends, emerging technologies, and procurement best practices to deliver innovative solutions.
• Support integration activities with client ERPs such as SAP, Oracle, or Workday (preferred).

The ideal candidate should possess:

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university (preferred).
• Minimum 5+ years in supply chain consulting or relevant industry roles, with a proven track record of delivering successful projects and driving measurable business impact.
• Proven experience in end-to-end Ivalua implementation across multiple projects.
• Strong expertise in P2P functional processes.
• Hands-on experience in leading workshops, preparing documentation, and managing testing phases.
• Ability to independently manage client engagements and take on multiple roles.
• Strong project management, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills.
• ERP integration experience (SAP, Oracle, Workday, etc.) is an advantage.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted by KPMG Talent Acquisition team, personal data collected will be used for recruitment purposes only.

At KPMG in Singapore we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We believe that diversity of thought, background and experience strengthens relationships and delivers meaningful benefits to our people, our clients and communities. As an equal opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of age, race, gender identity or expression, colour, marital status, religion, sexual orientation, disability, or other non-merit factors. We celebrate the different talents that our people bring and support every staff member in their journey to achieve personal and professional growth. One of the ways we do this is through Take Charge: Flexi-work, our flexible working framework which enables agile and innovative teams to help deliver our business goals.

Role Overview:

We’re looking for an Oracle PL/SQL Developer with strong experience in banking payment systems, UNIX scripting, and scheduling tools.

You’ll work on maintaining, enhancing, and supporting mission-critical applications for SWIFT, MEPS+, and risk/payment platforms.

Key Responsibilities:  Develop, optimize, and maintain SQL, PL/SQL procedures, functions, packages, and triggers for Oracle databases 9i/10g/11g/12cWrite and maintain UNIX/AIX shell scripts for batch jobs, data loads, and system automation

Support and monitor batch schedules using Control-M scheduler

Troubleshoot issues in payment systems: SWIFT Alliance [AWP, SAA, SAG], SWIFT Online Operation Manager, and MEPS+

Work with risk and compliance tools like Risk Authority (RAY) Moody’s and BAE Systems DETICA

Manage code/version control using ClearCase, ClearQuest, and Aldon

Perform data analysis and debugging using SQL_Plus, SQL Developer, TOAD, and ORMSCollaborate with business, QA, and production support teams for deployments and incident resolution

Required Skills:

• Languages: SQL, PL/SQL, Unix Shell Scripting
• Databases/Tools: Oracle 9i/10g/11g/12c, ORMS, SQL_Plus, SQL Developer, TOAD, Control-M scheduler, ClearCase, ClearQuest, Aldon
• Risk/Payment Systems: Risk Authority (RAY) Moody’s, BAE Systems DETICA, MEPS+, SWIFT Alliance [AWP, SAA, SAG], SWIFT Online Operation Manager
• Operating Systems: Windows, UNIX AIXGood to Have:  Experience in banking domain, payment processing, or treasury systems
• Mandatory: Experience with SWIFT Alliance, MEPS+, and regulatory compliance systems.

Who we are

You enjoy creating and innovating. You never stop striving for better. You take responsibility and you get results. You love being part of a team. Above all, you want your work to matter: Welcome to our world! At Sonova we create sense by bringing sound to life. Our innovative hearing care solutions help millions of people enjoy life’s unforgettable moments.

We offer exceptional career opportunities through market-leading brands from consumer to medical, products and services that keep pushing hearing care forward, and a culture where you can quickly belong and perform at your best.

If you want the freedom to explore, opportunities to grow, and make positive change on people lives through your work, this is the place for you.

Technical Procurement Manager

We are looking for a hands-on Technical Procurement Manager to join our Supply Chain team in Singapore. In this pivotal role, you will be the key link between innovation and supply chain execution, ensuring the successful sourcing of critical electronic components for our hearing aids and accessories.

You will play a vital role in securing our supply chain resilience by supporting New Product Introduction (NPI) projects and leading "2nd Sourcing" initiatives. You will work closely with a global matrix organization, including R&D, Engineering, Quality, and Strategic Procurement, to identify cost-effective components that meet the strict standards of medical device manufacturing.

More about the role:

• New‑Product Sourcing

 Work with R&D and Strategic Procurement to define technical and cost requirements for hearing‑aid components (e.g., ICs, MEMS microphones, batteries, PCBs, plastics, connectors).

 Identify and evaluate new suppliers for electronic and mechanical parts used in small‑form‑factor medical‑device products.

 Support supplier qualification, sample testing, and first‑article inspections for new products.

• 2nd‑Sourcing & Risk Mitigation

 Lead or support 2nd sourcing projects for key components to reduce single source risk and improve cost partnering effectively with measure owner in strategic procurement.

 Compare current and alternative suppliers on price, quality, capacity, and lead time.

 Help launch second source parts through validation, change control, and documentation.

 Technical & Supplier Evaluation

 Review technical data, drawings, and process capability of suppliers (e.g., SMT, injection molding etc.).

 Coordinate reliability tests and first‑article inspections where needed.

 Ensure suppliers meet basic medical‑device quality expectations.

• Cost‑Down & Value Engineering

 Support cost‑reduction activities on new and existing components, including design‑for‑manufacturing and part‑commonization.

 Analyse total cost impacts (unit price, lead time, inventory, obsolescence) for sourcing decisions.

• Cross‑Functional Collaboration

 Be the main procurement contact between R&D, Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing, Supply Chain and suppliers for sourcing and qualification topics.

More about you:

You are a technically savvy procurement professional with a solid foundation in electronics manufacturing. You are comfortable diving into technical data and drawings and can communicate effectively with both engineers and suppliers. We value analytical rigor and the ability to manage multiple projects under tight deadlines.

• Bachelor’s degree in Electronics, Electrical, Mechanical, Materials, or Supply Chain.

• 7 years of experience minimum in sourcing, procurement, or engineering within the electronics, medical device, or consumer hardware industry. Experience with hearing-aids or audiology products is a distinct advantage.

• A practical understanding of electronic components (PCBs, ICs, MEMS) and precision plastic parts used in small-form-factor devices.

• Strong analytical skills with hands-on proficiency in MS Excel. Experience with PLM and ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Arena, Windchill) is essential.

• The ability to work independently and collaboratively within a cross-functional team environment.

More about what we offer:

As one of the world’s leading hearing care providers headquartered in Switzerland, we’re committed to building an inclusive culture. We want to create an environment where you can balance a successful career with your commitments and interests outside of work, through our flexible hybrid working model. We offer a wide range of training opportunities for both your professional and personal development, and there are exceptional growth opportunities with individual development plans.

Interested candidates, please submit your updated resume with your current and expected remuneration to Ms vivi , Talent Acquisition Manager at vivi.dai@sonova.com. We are regretful that only shortlisted candidate will be contacted.

Sonova is an equal opportunity employer.

We team up. We grow talent. We collaborate with people of diverse backgrounds to win with the best team in the marketplace. We guarantee every person equal treatment in regard to employment and opportunity for employment, regardless of a candidate's ethnic or national origin, religion, sexual orientation or marital status, gender, genetic identity, age, disability or any other legally protected status.

Role Purpose

The purpose of this role is to lead and deliver procurement activity across the Compass South East Asia (SEA) business in Singapore & Hong Kong, ensuring robust category execution, cost optimisation, supplier performance and compliance. The Procurement Lead will inspire and motivate their team by creating a high-performance culture, embedding a true procurement mindset, and striving for procurement excellence across every aspect of their team’s activity and delivery. The role operates as a player–manager, with the majority of time focused on hands-on procurement delivery, supported by a smaller strategic contribution.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, inspire and motivate the procurement team to plan, develop and execute procurement activity that delivers the KPIs and year on year improved sustainable commercial results.

• Lead collaboration, alignment, and structured interaction with all functions; operations, culinary, finance, HSE and IT to drive performance and delivery together.

• Develop and encourage a diverse team of individuals to operate with a procurement mindset ensuring pace, passion and resilience.

• Engage with clients and operations to share procurement insight, understand challenges and develop effective solutions that create unique selling points for Compass SEA.

• Embed structure, governance, and process within in the team to deliver market leading procurement performance and product costs.

• Deploy proven category development activity to unlock new opportunities through; interrogating data, category planning, product & supplier optimisation, sector/culinary collaboration, setting sector standards and driving volume through best value products, unlocking incremental value from supplier relationships/JBP’s, cost benchmarking, contract coverage across all spend and driving continuous improvement in data integrity.

• Personally own and deliver key categories, supplier negotiations and commercial outcomes, acting as a hands-on procurement lead where scale or complexity requires.

• Support the continued evolution of procurement from a tactical function to a strategic contributor, by improving category maturity, data transparency, and stakeholder engagement.

• Embed and consistently apply Compass Group procurement best practice, processes and ways of working in day-to-day procurement delivery across SEA.

• Own the effective use of procurement data and systems in SEA and partner with APAC/global teams to improve visibility, control and insight.

• Build strong sustainable relationships with key strategic suppliers to leverage and deliver value.

• Drive improvements in sustainability and ESG, aligned to Compass Group’s global strategy as well as local laws and targets. This includes but is not limited to embedding Supply Chain Risk Management with a key focus on Human Rights and Environment, animal welfare, DEI and climate targets.

• Compliance with all legal, regulatory, and corporate governance requirements.
  

Role Dimensions

• Oversee delivery of procurement activity.

• Lead a team of approximately 4 people nationally across Singapore & Hong Kong.

• Direct accountability for selected critical categories and strategic supplier relationships in addition to leadership responsibilities.

• Strong Communication & influencing skills.

• Good understanding of food safety and good manufacturing practices.
  

Candidate Profile

• A dynamic, energetic & creative leader that can define a long-term vision for success whilst delivering tangible progress across the short, medium & long term.

• Strong commercial acumen to maximise results and challenge the status quo.

• A great optimistic attitude, approaches challenges with a positive & solution-based mindset.

• An ability to make effective decisions under pressure with an abundance of resilience & tenacity.

• Drive to operate at pace in a rapidly changing environment and manage multiple agendas/priorities.

• Excellent coaching skills to develop their team and ensure clear succession planning.

• Inspires, motivates & builds trust with their team and all other functions across the business.

• Role models being curious with data & insight to unlock commercial opportunity embedding a procurement mindset.

• Ability to build strong collaborative relationships & successfully influence at all levels.

• Identifies areas for improvement & drives change throughout the organisation to improve efficiency.

• Celebrates success and recognises the contribution of the team & colleagues around them.

• Recognised for strong commercial judgement and practical problem-solving, able to advise stakeholders based on data, experience and insight.

• Proven execution skills, an ability to successfully execute against their strategies/plans collaboratively with others

• Procurement expertise / experience is highly desirable

Job Description

Job Summary

Support the implementation, maintenance, and monitoring of network infrastructure to ensure stable and secure operations. Assist senior engineers in troubleshooting, optimization, and security tasks.

Responsibilities

• Assist in configuring and maintaining network devices such as routers, switches, firewalls, and wireless access points
• Monitor network performance and report issues or anomalies
• Support troubleshooting of network connectivity and performance problems
• Help maintain and update network documentation, diagrams, and configurations
• Assist in implementing basic network security measures (e.g., firewall rules, access controls)
• Perform routine checks, upgrades, and maintenance tasks on network systems
• Support incident response efforts by collecting logs and helping with initial analysis
• Work with senior engineers to implement network improvements and upgrades
• Assist in configuring load balancers and managing traffic flow under guidance
• Follow established procedures and best practices for network operations
• Collaborate with IT teams to resolve user and system network-related issues

Preferred Competencies and Qualifications

• Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, IT, or related field (or currently pursuing)
• 0–2 years of networking experience (internship or project experience is acceptable)
• Basic understanding of networking concepts (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, routing, switching)
• Familiarity with Cisco or similar networking technologies is a plus
• Basic knowledge of network security concepts (firewalls, VPNs)
• Willingness to learn SDN, SD-WAN, and cloud networking
• Good problem-solving and communication skills
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Entry-level certifications such as CCNA are a plus