Tech Procurement Specialist (1 year contract, Maternity Cover)

Assurity Trusted Solutions (ATS) is a wholly owned subsidiary of the Government Technology Agency (GovTech). As a Trusted Partner over the last decade, ATS offers a comprehensive suite of products and services ranging from infrastructure and operational services, authentication services, governance and assurance services as well as managed processes. In a dynamic digital and cyber landscape, where trust & collaboration are key, ATS continues to drive mutually beneficial business outcomes through collaboration with GovTech, government agencies and commercial partners to mitigate cyber risks and bolster security postures. We are looking for an individual who is familiar with tech and government procurement process. This role also involves in contract management. This will be a one (1) year contract as it is a maternity cover. Strategic Procurement Develop procurement strategies based on business needs and ICT market analysis Conduct industry engagement and analyse relevant procurement data to make informed procurement decisions Manage ICT bulk tender projects Management of Procurement Execution Co-draft and/or review tender documents including specifications, Terms and Conditions, and evaluation criteria. Guide users through various procurement processes Evaluate tenders and ensure compliance with Government procurement policies Assess technical requirements with understanding of ICT industry and key players Contract Management Monitor supplier performance and service levels Handle contract variations and technology updates Manage supplier relationships and resolve disputes Review risks in agreements, especially for Commercial Cloud services and Software-as-a-Service subscriptions. Advisory & Support to Customers Guide customers on Government procurement policies and compliance Review and assess procurement risks and the impact to the contracts and customers Provide procurement advice to Customers Project Management Ensure timely completion of procurement projects Prepare status reports for management Manage stakeholder communications Monitor project timelines and quality standards Compliance & Audit Ensure adherence to Procurement policies Support procurement audits and follow up on findings till closure Guide Customers on contract management matters Experience & Technical Knowledge: Minimum 5 years of relevant work experience in the ICT Industry and/or Government procurement. Experience in Government e-procurement systems, tender evaluation and contract negotiation will be advantageous. Be familiar with Government IM on Procurement. Good knowledge of ICT procurement and contract management practices. Understanding of ICT market trends and pricing models. Experience in managing Cloud, Software as a Service (SaaS), and/or Agile projects. Participated in full software or product development cycles. Proven experience in IT business analysis. Project & Supplier Management: Experience in Project Management for Monitoring and Tracking. Experience in contractor dispute resolution and performance management will be advantageous. Soft Skills & Personal Attributes: Ability to communicate effectively across all levels. Good analytical, organization and planning skills. Ability to work collaboratively as a team player and independently as a self-motivated individual. Communication Skills: Excellent oral and written communication skills, with the ability to pitch ideas and influence stakeholders. Good command of the English language, both written and spoken. Join us and discover a meaningful and exciting career with Assurity Trusted Solutions! The remuneration package will commensurate with your qualifications and experience. Interested applicants, please click "Apply Now". We thank you for your interest and please note that only shortlisted candidates will be notified. By submitting your application, you agree that your personal data may be collected, used and disclosed by Assurity Trusted Solutions Pte. Ltd. (ATS), GovTech and their service providers and agents in accordance with ATS’s privacy statement which can be found at: https://www.assurity.sg/privacy.html or such other successor site. A wholly-owned subsidiary of GovTech. We promote a learning culture and encourage you to grow and learn. Contract Staff enjoys the same benefits as Permanent Employees.