Senior Purchasing Manager (Job ID :9966)

Job Title: Senior Purchasing Manager
Department: Purchasing Office
Job ID: 9966

Job Posting Details

The University is looking for a dynamic and high-caliber professional to fill the Senior Purchasing Manager position. Reporting to the Director of Purchasing, the Senior Purchasing Manager leads procurement teams composed of Managers and system-supporting staff providing one-stop procurement service for the University community.

The appointee will provide professional advice and assistance to the University’s users throughout the whole procurement life cycle from preparing quotation/tender documents with clear requirements and specifications on the product or service to be procured, sourcing potential suppliers and contractors, assessment, to execution of contracts. Through working closely and effectively with the users, the appointee shall aim at delivering the best value procurements and continuous improvement solutions to meet users’ needs and to support the University’s mission in research, teaching and administration. The appointee will be required to participate and give advice in various committees and panels for different projects assigned to the Purchasing Office.

Besides, the appointee is also responsible for overseeing the procurement process to ensure compliance with statutory obligations and the University’s Purchasing and Tendering Regulations and Procedures. The appointee will support the Director of Purchasing in stipulating and implementing procurement strategies and serve on tender boards.

The ideal candidate should have a good bachelor’s degree, preferably a higher degree, with substantial years of work experience in purchasing in sizable organizations. The candidate should be self-motivated with strong analytical skills and a high degree of integrity, possess excellent communication and negotiating skills and be capable of building collaborative relationships with people at all levels and across different functions and cultures. Familiarity with the higher education or public service environment is a plus. (Duration: 2 years, renewable)

Starting salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. Fringe benefits including annual leave, medical and dental benefits will be provided. Housing benefits will also be provided where applicable. A gratuity will be payable upon successful completion of contract.

Application Procedure
In support of a green work environment, we accept applications submitted online only. To apply, please complete an online application form through the HKUST Careers website (https://hkustcareers.ust.hk) and return it online to the Human Resources Office on or before Friday, 5 July 2024. Applicants will receive an acknowledgement by email upon successful submission. We thank applicants for their interest, but advise that only shortlisted candidates will be notified of the result of the application.
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