IT Supply Chain Specialist

Company Overview

Hytech is a prominent management consultancy headquartered in Australia and Singapore, specializing in digital transformation for fintech and financial services organizations. The firm offers comprehensive consulting and middle- to back-office support services, enhancing operational efficiencies and strategic initiatives for clients worldwide. Hytech operates globally with more than 2,000 professionals across multiple countries including Australia, Singapore, Malaysia, Taiwan, Philippines, Thailand, Morocco, Cyprus, and Dubai.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the entire IT procurement lifecycle involving purchasing of hardware like servers, networking equipment, end-user devices, software licenses, and outsourcing services.
• Manage tasks such as requirements validation, sourcing and screening suppliers, coordinating RFQ/RFP processes, price comparisons, contract administration, order tracking, delivery acceptance, and invoice reconciliation.
• Contribute to formulation and ongoing enhancement of procurement policies, workflows, and templates including RFQs and contract documents.
• Build and maintain supplier relationships and network optimizing IT procurement strategies.
• Monitor IT hardware markets to analyze technology trends, pricing developments for components such as chips, GPUs, storage, and network equipment to inform sourcing decisions.
• Lead and engage in supplier negotiations to secure advantageous terms related to pricing, quality, payments, and service conditions.
• Identify new suppliers, alternative products, and innovations aimed at cost reduction and value maximization.
• Assist in compiling and managing annual procurement budgets including tracking expenditures and procurement planning alignment.
• Perform additional ad hoc duties assigned by leadership.

Candidate Profile

• Diploma or degree in Logistics, Supply Chain, Computer Science, IT, or closely related disciplines preferred; candidates with strong procurement experience from other fields will also be considered.
• Minimum five years' experience in procurement, ideally focused on IT or indirect sourcing.
• Basic understanding of computer hardware including server CPUs, memory, storage architecture; networking devices such as switches, routers, firewalls; and end-user equipment like desktops, laptops, monitors, and conferencing hardware.
• Knowledge of internet connectivity, cloud technologies, and high-speed networking is advantageous.
• Well-versed in procurement workflows with proven commercial negotiation, contract management, and supplier oversight capabilities.
• Competent in conducting bid comparisons and negotiations even under conditions of incomplete information.
• Skilled user of Microsoft Office, particularly Excel; experience with ERP or Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) systems preferred.
• Detail-oriented with a high sense of accountability and professionalism.
• Excellent communication and cross-departmental coordination abilities supporting collaboration across IT, finance, legal, and business functions.
• Fluency in English and proficiency in Mandarin to effectively engage with Chinese-speaking stakeholders.