Regional Category Lead

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This is for you who wants to have a real impact on creating a healthier planet for our children every day. At Neste, you will be working for the world’s leading producer of sustainable aviation fuel and renewable diesel and a forerunner in developing renewable and circular feedstock solutions for polymers and chemicals. Let’s create transformation for a sustainable future together.

We are looking for you,

Regional Category Lead, Technical Services, Procurement

to our Procurement team in Tuas South, Singapore.

You will focus on end-to-end category management of technical services for maintenance and investment projects for Neste Singapore Refinery. In this job you will work closely with Procurement, Maintenance and Investment Projects colleagues in Singapore and Europe. In our team, you will collaborate on strategic sourcing initiatives, drive supplier performance, and contribute to the overall efficiency and effectiveness of our procurement processes. Together with you and your expertise, we can make an impact today and keep our promises for tomorrow.

Reasons to join

Real impact right now. We work in an inspiring and evolving business environment, where everything we do serves one purpose: to create a healthier planet for our children. To drive a growing impact as a global leader in renewable and circular solutions we live by our values every day; we care, we have courage, we cooperate.

Safety and caring. We value safety always and everywhere. We want our work to feel good and do good. At Neste, we nurture a culture where everyone is welcome and feels safe, respected and encouraged to be their unique true selves. 

Exciting growth. Transformation brings new possibilities and fosters our courage and curiosity. As a global growing company we support personal development with versatile learning and career opportunities. Collaboration is the key, and we believe in flexible, smart ways of working.

More about the job 

• Develop and implement comprehensive category strategies for Technical Services (e.g., mechanical, civil, industrial cleaning, electrical and instrumentation works) based on market analysis, spend analysis, and stakeholder needs.

• Lead the end-to-end sourcing process, including information gathering, RFx development and management, negotiation, contract management, and supplier selection.

• Build and maintain strong relationships with maintenance and investment projects stakeholders to understand their requirements and provide strategic sourcing guidance.

• Identify and evaluate potential suppliers, assess their capabilities, and ensure they meet quality, cost, and service expectations.

• Negotiate, draft and review complex Technical Services contracts with suppliers to achieve favorable terms and conditions, including pricing, service levels, and risk mitigation.

• Monitor supplier performance (e.g., contractor safety, cost efficiency and others), manage supplier relationships, and drive continuous improvement initiatives.

• Conduct regular market analysis to identify trends, risks, and opportunities within the Technical Services categories.

• Collaborate with legal and risk management teams to ensure contracts comply with relevant policies and regulations.

• Drive cost savings initiatives and track realized savings against targets.

• Contribute to the development and improvement of procurement policies, processes, and tools.

• Mentor and guide junior team members, fostering a collaborative and high-performing environment.

• Stay abreast of industry best practices and emerging technologies in Technical Services procurement.

The best combination to succeed in this role

• Master's degree or equivalent in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Engineering or a related field.

• Demonstrated ability to drive results

• Extensive experience managing complex procurement categories encompassing services, equipment, products, infrastructure, and maintenance, consistently driving significant value and efficiency improvements.

• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities, with proficiency in data analysis and interpretation.

• Category manager on similar job experience 5-12 years

• Strong negotiation, contract drafting, and supplier management skills.

• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.

• Fluency in English, both written and spoken.

Other strengths we value

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

• Knowledge of Technical Services in refineries,  maintenance, investment projects and market trends and technologies relevant to Neste's Renewable business area in Singapore.  

Let’s get you started

We look forward to receiving your CV and application with a salary request by end May 2025. We will do our best to contact you within 2 weeks after the application time has ended. The recruitment process will include interviews and a possible aptitude assessment. The person selected for the position must pass a health examination including a drug test. A possible security clearance is obtained with your consent.

Neste in brief 

Neste (NESTE, Nasdaq Helsinki) creates solutions for mitigating climate change and accelerating a shift to a circular economy. The company is the world’s leading producer of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) and renewable diesel, enabling its customers to reduce their greenhouse gas emissions. Neste refines waste, residues and other renewable raw materials to high-quality renewable fuels at its refineries located on three continents. The company’s annual renewable fuels production capacity will be increased to 6.8 million tons in 2027.

Neste has high standards for sustainability and the company has consistently been recognized by several leading sustainability indices. In 2024, Neste's revenue stood at EUR 20.6 billion. Read more: neste.com