Assistant Manager (Procurement)

About Hong Kong Genome Institute

The Hong Kong Genome Institute (HKGI), established and wholly owned by the Hong Kong SAR Government, commenced full operations in 2021.  With the vision “to avail genomic medicine to all for better health and well-being”and supported by the Health Bureau, HKGI works in close collaboration with the Department of Health, Hospital Authority, medical schools of local universities and other stakeholders to accelerate the development of genomic medicine in Hong Kong along four strategic foci: integrate genomics into medicine, advance research, nurture talents and enhance public genomic literacy.

As the first step towards achieving its vision, HKGI launched the Hong Kong Genome Project (HKGP) in 2021. As the city’s first large-scale genome sequencing project, HKGP serves as a catalyst to benefit patients and their families with more precise diagnosis and personalised treatment through whole genome sequencing. It also aims to establish genome database of the local population, testing infrastructure and talent pool to address the healthcare needs of Hong Kong in the long run.

For more information, please visit www.hkgp.org.


Assistant Manager (Procurement)

Reporting to the Senior Manager (Finance), the incumbent will assume the following responsibilities:

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide full support in procurement in accordance with the HKGI’s procurement guidelines
• Assist in managing end-to-end procurement activities, including purchase requisitions, supplier sourcing, quotation analysis, purchase orders, and supplies management process
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to understand procurement needs and support the preparation of tenders/quotations/contracts, purchase orders and related documentation
• Liaise with service providers to ensure compliance with procurement workflow and requirements, negotiating pricing, terms and conditions of contracts and agreements
• Assist in the evaluation of tenders/quotations, preparing recommendation reports and supporting documents for management approval
• Maintain meticulous documentation and record trails of all procurement transactions, including registers for procurement exercises, status updates, contract and vendor management
• Conduct performance evaluation of the appointed vendors in collaboration with internal stakeholders
• Perform any other duties assigned by senior officers

Requirements:

We are seeking a high-calibre candidate for the post of Assistant Manager (Procurement) who possesses:

• A bachelor’s degree in procurement, supply chain management, business administration, or related disciplines
• At least 5 years’ relevant experience in procurement, preferably gained from sizable public organisation
• Strong organisational, communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with diverse parties/stakeholders
• Proactivity, self-motivation and good business acumen
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, such as Microsoft Word and Excel
• Good command of written and spoken English and Chinese

Office Location:

Hong Kong Science Park, Shatin

Remuneration:

Successful candidate will be offered attractive remuneration and be appointed on an initial two-year contract (subject to mutual agreement for contract renewal).

Application:

Interested parties should send full resume enclosing current and expected remuneration together with availability to HKGI on or before 21 May 2025. Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

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