Overview
Senior Category Manager – Indirect, Group Procurement
Date: 21 Oct 2026
Location:
Singapore, Singapore
Company:
Singtel Group
An empowering career at Singtel begins with a Hello. Our purpose, to Empower Every Generation, connects people to the possibilities they need to excel. Every “hello” at Singtel opens doors to new initiatives, growth, and BIG possibilities that takes your career to new heights. So, when you say hello to us, you are really empowered to say…“Hello BIG Possibilities”.
Singtel is where Technology meets Purpose.
We’re building an AI-first telco for the future—connecting people, businesses and communities through trusted networks, intelligent digital services and next-generation technology.
From transforming everyday experiences in mobile, broadband, entertainment and lifestyle services to enabling enterprises with AI, 5G+, cloud, cybersecurity, data centres and digital platforms, we create the technology that powers how millions live, work and connect.
At Singtel, your work creates real impact. You’ll solve meaningful challenges, shape critical digital infrastructure and help build secure, resilient and AI-enabled solutions that serve businesses, digital ecosystems and communities across the globe.
This is where BIG Possibilities become reality. Whether you’re engineering intelligent networks, advancing sovereign AI cloud platforms, strengthening cybersecurity, designing seamless customer experiences or driving sustainable innovation, you’ll be part of teams shaping the future of technology.
Backed by decades of expertise and driven by a culture of continuous learning and innovation, Singtel offers the scale, opportunities and support to help you grow your career while making a difference where it matters most.
Be a Part of Something BIG!
The Category Manager, Group Procurement Indirect leads strategic sourcing and category management initiatives across indirect spend categories within Singtel Group. This role drives value creation through cost optimisation, supplier performance management, risk mitigation, and strong stakeholder collaboration, while ensuring compliance with procurement governance and policies.
Make An Impact By
Category Strategy & Strategic Sourcing
- Develop and execute category strategies aligned with Group business objectives.
- Lead end-to-end strategic sourcing initiatives, including RFP/RFQ processes, commercial negotiations, and contract finalisation.
- Identify cost optimisation and value creation opportunities from a Group and regional synergy perspective.
- Drive strategic supplier management initiatives in partnership with business stakeholders.
Monitor market trends and supplier landscape to enhance category competitiveness and innovation. - Partner closely with business units to align procurement strategies and provide advisory support on supplier selection and contract structuring.
Supplier & Contract Management
- Establish and manage strategic supplier relationships to ensure service excellence and continuous improvement.
- Ensure contract compliance, risk mitigation, and adherence to Singtel procurement policies and governance standards.
- Lead contract renewals, benchmarking exercises, and commercial reviews.
- Proactively manage supplier risks, escalation issues, and performance gaps.
Governance, Risk & Compliance
- Ensure compliance with Group Procurement policies and governance standards.
- Support audit reviews, risk assessments, and internal control processes related to procurement activities.
- Promote ethical, sustainable, and responsible procurement practices across the Group.
Skills To Succeed
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Finance, or a related discipline.
- Minimum 8-10 years of experience of procurement experience, with strong exposure to Indirect categories.
- Proven track record in managing indirect spend categories and delivering measurable cost savings.
- Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills, with the ability to manage regional tenders.
- Familiarity with procurement systems and contract management tools.
- Industry experience in real estate, property, or facilities management will be an advantage.
- Telecommunications industry experience will be an added advantage.
- Excellent communication and presentation skills.
About Singtel
Headquartered in Singapore, Singtel has 140 years of operating experience and played a pivotal role in the country’s development as a major communications hub. Optus, our subsidiary in Australia, is a leader in integrated telecommunications, constantly raising the bar in innovative products and services.
We are also strategically invested in leading companies in Asia and Africa, including Bharti Airtel (India, South Asia and Africa), Telkomsel (Indonesia), Globe Telecom (the Philippines) and Advanced Info Service (Thailand). We work closely with our associates, leveraging our scale in networks, customer reach and extensive operational experience to lead and shape the communications industry.
Together, the Group serves over 700 million mobile customers around world. Singtel is one of the largest listed Singapore companies on the Singapore Exchange by market capitalisation.
The Group has a vast network of offices throughout Asia Pacific, Europe and the USA, and employs more than 23,000 staff worldwide.
