Senior Procurement Manager - Direct Material (Asia Pacific)

About the Role and Company

Based in Tukang, Singapore, Rolls-Royce Power Systems is recruiting a Senior Procurement Manager to oversee direct material sourcing across the Asia Pacific region. This leadership position focuses on building a high-performing procurement team and directing the strategic purchasing of products and services integral to manufacturing and engineering operations. Candidates must possess legal eligibility to work in Singapore.

Rolls-Royce Power Systems delivers advanced power solutions and lifecycle support products under the mtu brand, serving diverse sectors like marine and infrastructure worldwide. The organization values diversity, innovation, and a high-performance culture aimed at sustainable growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement procurement strategies for direct materials aligned with both regional business goals and global procurement standards.
• Lead supplier sourcing, evaluation, negotiation, and contract management to ensure competitive pricing, quality, and delivery performance.
• Establish contingency plans to mitigate supply risks and manage market volatility effectively.
• Support procurement operations including budgeting, forecasting, and reporting to optimize expenditure and operational performance.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with engineering, quality, finance, logistics, and projects teams to support sourcing and procurement initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with corporate governance, regulatory standards, and Rolls-Royce Global Code of Conduct in procurement processes.
• Maintain comprehensive procurement documentation and support audit readiness.
• Contribute to workplace safety and a professional environment.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Purchasing, Supply Chain, Business Administration, Engineering, or related fields.
• A minimum of nine years in strategic procurement or sourcing, preferably in manufacturing, engineering, or industrial sectors.
• Demonstrated leadership managing procurement teams in regional or international settings.
• Expertise in strategic sourcing, supplier negotiation, contract management, and procurement governance.
• Experience with manufacturing parts, technical materials, or engineered systems procurement.
• Strong analytical, negotiation, stakeholder management, and communication skills.
• Familiarity with ERP systems such as SAP and proficient in Microsoft Office applications.
• Professional procurement certifications (e.g., MCIPS) and ability to interpret technical drawings are beneficial.
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally as needed.

Additional Information

This position does not provide relocation support. Rolls-Royce is committed to equal opportunity employment and does not discriminate based on protected characteristics.