Khai Siang Loh
Summary
Accomplished logistics and contract management professional with extensive experience at SAF, adept in logistics coordination and continuous improvement. Spearheaded complex projects, enhancing operational efficiency and stakeholder collaboration. Excelled in staff management, fostering team growth and achieving stringent deadlines. Demonstrated proficiency in budget planning and operation coordination, ensuring optimal resource utilization and service excellence.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Formation Head Logistics Officer
SAF
Singapore
08.2023 - Current
- Provided procurement of goods, provision of transportation services, tracking of movement and change to support safe and secure operations.
- Supervised logistics functions and operations.
- Coordinated cross-functional teams in executing complex logistics projects, resulting in successful completion within deadlines and budgets.
- Managed logistics assets for timely and cost-effective delivery of cargoes.
- Led a team of logistics professionals, providing guidance and support in their daily responsibilities while encouraging professional growth opportunities.
- Collaborated with project managers to discuss procurement, logistics and service requirements for optimized purchasing power.
- Tracked assets disposal and determined IOM's best interest to upgrade inventory list.
Head Contract Management Branch
SAF
Singapore
10.2020 - 08.2023
- Oversaw contracts for over Number different departments using both manual and automated strategies.
- Assessed risks inherent in contract changes and potential impacts, informing management in detail of concerns to avoid liabilities.
- Created solicitation packages and conducted thorough research for each bid.
- Played an integral role in dispute resolution by facilitating mediation efforts between parties involved in contractual disagreements.
- Managed multiple contract portfolios concurrently, ensuring adherence to deadlines and organizational goals.
- Streamlined operations by developing and implementing improved contract management processes.
Contract Manager
SAF
Singapore
09.2016 - 10.2020
- Coordinated regular contract reviews to identify areas for improvement or renegotiation opportunities.
- Developed strong relationships with clients and vendors, fostering mutually beneficial partnerships.
- Improved efficiency of contract management processes through the implementation of a centralized database system.
- Achieved successful contract negotiations by thoroughly reviewing and analyzing proposals, agreements, and terms.
- Monitored contracts' performance to detect non-compliance with terms and deficient returns and organize proactive resolutions.
- Successfully managed high volumes of contracts simultaneously while meeting tight deadlines and ensuring accuracy.
- Onboarded and trained new staff to keep team efficient and prepare team members to effectively handle demands of simultaneous and large-scale contracts.
Supply Base Head Operation Officer
SAF
Singapore
10.2012 - 01.2016
- Mentored junior staff members, helping them develop their skills and advance in their careers.
- Maintained strict adherence to industry regulations, minimizing risk exposure for the organization.
- Enhanced communication between team members by organizing regular meetings and fostering open dialogue.
- Established effective relationships with key stakeholders both internally and externally for increased collaboration opportunities.
- Improved department efficiency by streamlining and implementing policies and processes.
- Optimized resource utilization by reallocating personnel based on workload assessment resulting in balanced workload distribution among the team members.
- Coordinated operations with other emergency service groups.
Oversea Detachment Head Logistics Officer
SAF
Singapore
12.2008 - 10.2012
- Provided procurement of goods, provision of transportation services, tracking of movement and change to support safe and secure operations.
- Supervised logistics functions and operations.
- Coordinated cross-functional teams in executing complex logistics projects, resulting in successful completion within deadlines and budgets.
- Managed logistics assets for timely and cost-effective delivery of cargoes.
- Managed import/export documentation processes to ensure timely clearance of goods through customs, reducing potential delays or penalties.
- Conducted audits to improve office logistics practices and procedures.
- Optimized supply chain efficiency by implementing strategic inventory management and distribution planning.
Battalion Logistics Officer
SAF
Singapore
07.2006 - 11.2008
- Managed the successful deployment of personnel and equipment to support overseas missions.
- Coordinated transportation resources to ensure efficient movement of troops and materials during training exercises.
- Directed the recovery of damaged or disabled vehicles during field operations, ensuring minimal downtime for mission-critical assets.
- Maximized resource utilization by reallocating assets based on evolving mission requirements.
- Implemented rigorous tracking systems for accurate accountability of all assets within the battalion.
- Improved overall operational readiness by conducting thorough maintenance checks on vehicles and equipment.
Education
Masters Of Science (Supply Chain & Logistics) - Supply Chain And Logistics
Nanyang Technological University
Singapore01.2021
Bachelors Of Info-Comm Technology With Military Studies - Info-Comms Technology
Singapore University of Social Science
Singapore09.2019
Skills
Maintenance team collaboration
Operation Coordination
Service and supply support
Logistics coordination
Logistics Management
Budget planning
Shipment coordination
Contract Management
Continuous Improvement
Staff Management
Unit training management
Engineering support
Transportation activity management
Timeline
Formation Head Logistics Officer
SAF
08.2023 - Current
Head Contract Management Branch
SAF
10.2020 - 08.2023
Contract Manager
SAF
09.2016 - 10.2020
Supply Base Head Operation Officer
SAF
10.2012 - 01.2016
Oversea Detachment Head Logistics Officer
SAF
12.2008 - 10.2012
Battalion Logistics Officer
SAF
07.2006 - 11.2008
Masters Of Science (Supply Chain & Logistics) - Supply Chain And Logistics
Nanyang Technological University
Bachelors Of Info-Comm Technology With Military Studies - Info-Comms Technology
Singapore University of Social Science