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TAN CHEE NAM
Singapore
Summary
Adept at procurement, vendor management and procurement governance. Driven to always challenging status quo and explore innovative ideas for process improvements. Collaborative leader with dedication to partnering with coworkers to promote engaged, empowering work culture. Documented strengths in building and maintaining relationships with diverse range of stakeholders in dynamic, fast-paced settings.
Overview
12
years of professional experience
1
Certification
Work History
AET Tankers Pte Ltd
Senior Executive, Tenders & Contracts
01.2020 - Current
Job overview
- Ensured compliance to group procurement policy, procedures and guidelines.
- Led and managed tender processes including preparation of tender documents, liaising with internal stakeholders, conducting technical and commercial evaluations and preparation of recommendation report for review by Management.
- Managed f vendor onboarding and vendor performance processes in SAP & Coupa.
- Provided support to Procurement activities and monitoring of open POs and late issuance of POs.
- Identified areas of non-compliance and recommend improvement in line with good corporate governance to ensure integrity of the process.
- Regularly interact with internal and external parties to assist them in the understanding and implementation of the tender and contract process through both individual and group training.
- Maintained electronic and documented library of procurement contract and associated correspondence for audit trail purposes.
- Streamlined processes for increased efficiency by identifying bottlenecks and pain points in vendor onboarding process and tendering process and implementing targeted solutions while maintaining strong governance.
- Implemented category management strategies in certain segment of the purchases to achieve cost saving while improving collaboration with vendors, enhancing relationships to enable favourable negotiations.
Red Canopy Pte Ltd
Founder
06.2014 - 03.2020
Job overview
- Planned and executed new store setup, including surveying new store locations, layout planning, NEA/SFA licensing, pest control management, equipment purchases and store designing.
- Set up operations and processes for new stores.
- Managed all procurement for operations, which includes sourcing for equipment, goods and miscellaneous purchases.
- Implemented marketing campaigns both online and offline as well as keeping up on market trends, purchasing patterns and sampling competitors' products.
- Oversaw day to day operations of store, stock ordering, store maintenance, customer engagement and staff trainings.
Teclita Engineering Pte Ltd & Teclita Marine Services Pte Ltd
HR Manager
02.2016 - 12.2019
Job overview
- Led decision-making and implementation of HR policies, procedures and functions.
- Implemented and oversaw payroll and time management system to improve efficiency and ensuring accuracy while maintaining strict confidentiality standards for sensitive employee information.
- Established file and records management system for HR related processes and documents such as personnel file and employment contracts.
- Managed employee relations, investigating and resolving conflicts to maintain positive work environment.
- Advised management on HR policies and direction to improve workforce efficiency and morale as well as career advancement, talent retention and job succession.
- Advised management on changing MOM policies and guidelines keeping HR policies updated as necessary.
Rotating Offshore Systems Pte Ltd
Procurement Executive
07.2012 - 07.2014
Job overview
- Managed project procurement, which pertains to design and construction of process modules and equipment for FPSO.
- Developed and strengthened relationships with vendors to negotiate ideal terms for purchases.
- Achieved cost savings by skillfully negotiating contracts with key suppliers to ensure projects stay within budget.
- Prepared and issued purchase orders in ERP software based on purchase requisitions as well as MTO list issued by engineering and production team.
- Followed up and expedited all purchase orders to ensure timely delivery of all goods and services.
- Collaborated closely with internal stakeholders to understand their needs and align procurement objectives accordingly.
- Mentored junior procurement professionals, fostering culture of continuous learning and professional development within the team.
Education
Harvard Business School Online, Online
Certificate in Leading with Finance
2021
University of Queensland, Australia
Bachelor of Business Management from International Business
2011
University Overview
- Dean's Honour Roll.
Singapore Polytechnic, Singapore
Diploma in Business Administration
2008
University Overview
- Specialised in Supply Chain.
Skills
- Cross-functional Team Coordination
- Report Preparation
- Work Planning and Prioritization
- Time Management
- Vendor Management
- Negotiation
- File and Records Management
- Policy Development and Process Implementation
- Effective Communication
- Problem-Solving
- Staff Management
- Team Leadership
Certification
- Shipyard Safety Supervisor Cert
- F&B Hygiene Audit Cert
Languages
English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Chinese (Mandarin)
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Timeline
Senior Executive, Tenders & Contracts
AET Tankers Pte Ltd
01.2020 - Current
HR Manager
Teclita Engineering Pte Ltd & Teclita Marine Services Pte Ltd
02.2016 - 12.2019
Founder
Red Canopy Pte Ltd
06.2014 - 03.2020
Procurement Executive
Rotating Offshore Systems Pte Ltd
07.2012 - 07.2014
Harvard Business School Online
Certificate in Leading with Finance
University of Queensland
Bachelor of Business Management from International Business
Singapore Polytechnic
Diploma in Business Administration
- Shipyard Safety Supervisor Cert
- F&B Hygiene Audit Cert
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