Specialist, Procurement

At AIA we’ve started an exciting movement to create a healthier, more sustainable future for everyone.

It’s about finding new ways to not only better people's lives, but to better the communities and environments we live in. Encompassing our ambition of helping a billion people live Healthier, Longer, Better Lives by 2030.

And to get there, we need ambitious people who believe in playing an important part in shaping that future. People seeking unmatched career and personal growth opportunities, who are driven to work with, and learn from some of the most inspiring and supportive leaders in the business.

Sound like you? Then read on.

About the Role

Responsible for negotiating favourable terms, volume discounts and long-term contracts with suppliers and third-party providers for the procurement of goods and services

Roles and Responsibilities:

1. MICE Sourcing & Category Management (45%)

• Develop and execute category strategies (demand management, specification optimization, sourcing approach, and supplier segmentation) aligned with business priorities and requirements from user department.

• Lead end-to-end procurement strategy and execution for the MICE category, covering meeting, incentive trips, conferences, and event booths.

• Strong cross-functional communication and advanced data analytics capabilities. Leverages spend analysis, supplier performance data, and business stakeholder insights to identify strategic opportunities in cost optimization, experience enhancement and process improvement.

• Ensure sourcing activities comply with procurement policy.

• Drive total cost of ownership (TCO) and value-for-money outcomes; identify savings and service improvements with clear baselines and benefits tracking.

​2. Business Unit Procurement Support (30%)

• Provide end-to-end procurement advisory and execution support for business stakeholders, including new initiatives/expansions, ensuring fit-for-purpose sourcing routes and timelines.

• Guide stakeholders on procurement policy/process, required documentation, and approval workflow; ensure audit-ready records for sourcing decisions.

3. Supplier Management (15%)

• Implement supplier management approach for MICE categories. Develop effective business and professional supplier relationship with key suppliers.

• Identify opportunities for cost reduction, demand optimization, and process efficiency; support contract renewals based on performance and market changes.

4. Procurement Analytics & Governance (10%)

• Track and report savings, cost avoidance, and value outcomes in line with procurement guidelines; maintain accurate category pipeline and sourcing calendar.

• Contribute to procurement process & governance improvements with insight from data analysis and supplier market.

Minimum Job Requirements:

• Academic qualification: Bachelor degree or above. Previous sourcing experience is required.

• Technical/skill training: Category knowledge with market insight. Familiar with procurement system.

• Working experience: above 5 years working experience in indirect procurement, MICE category experience is strongly preferred.

• Knowledge for category strategy development & marketing insight.

• Strong data analysis skills, familiar with data analysis & reporting tools.

• Team player, excellent communication skills to engage stakeholders

Build a career with us as we help our customers and the community live Healthier, Longer, Better Lives.

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