Yong Chang Tey
Singapore
Summary
Procurement professional with proven track record of streamlining purchasing processes, enhancing supplier relations, and reducing costs. Strong focus on team collaboration and flexibility in dynamic environments. Known for excellent negotiation skills and strategic planning abilities.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Procurement Manager
SIMBA Telecom Pte. Ltd.
09.2021 - Current
- Managed strategy and implementation of procurement of ICT systems including hardware, software & licenses for Telco operations
- Actively involved in audit of ISMS (ISO 27001), BCMS (ISO 22301), TCS (Telecommunication Cyber Security) & TIRA (Telecommunication Infrastructure Resilience Audit)
- Negotiated contracts with suppliers to obtain favorable terms and pricing.
- Preparing the MSA / Contract with subcontractors to secure SOR for deployment of CME/TI work
- Evaluated supplier quotes based on purchasing procedures and competitiveness in quality, price and delivery.
- Work with internal stakeholders to procure of 5G mobile network and 10G fixed network related systems according to the best procurement practices
- Developed strong relationships with key suppliers, resulting in improved communication, better pricing, and reliable delivery schedules.
- Collaborated with finance departments on budgeting and forecasting activities, ensuring accurate representation of procurement expenses and cost-saving opportunities.
- Responsible for cost savings reporting and spend analytics
- Lead small teams of executive to provide end to end procurement support, including P2P, negotiation, execution of contracts and monitoring project deliverables
Senior Procurement Executive
Singapore Technologies Engineering Electronics Ltd.
09.2017 - 09.2021
- Conduct sourcing exercise for potential suppliers through various means (Tender or E-RFQ) depend on estimated purchase value
- Responsible for handling activities such as converting PR to PO, follow up with suppliers on delivery and change order based on project requirement
- Conduct price analysis and conduct purchase / contract negotiation with vendors to ensure materials / services are acquired at best price and meeting department KPI
- In charge to arrange Door to Door transportation (Air / Sea) for Overseas Order
- Mentoring new joiners with process knowledge and day to day activities
- Represent Sector in special task force to further reduce procurement cost of high spending activities
- Approving Officer for group of Executive of their day-to-day activities
- Perform vendor performance management system each month to monitor vendor performance and took necessary action for vendor who does not meet requirement
- Main sourcing activities involving electronics component, ICT and related services, fabrication, PCBA, Security products and etc
- Delivered procurement training programs for cross-functional teams, enhancing understanding of best practices and driving continuous improvement initiatives.
- Collaborated with internal stakeholders to identify cost reduction opportunities within their respective departments, achieving overall organizational savings targets.
Procurement Officer
Sembcorp Marine Integrated Yard
01.2016 - 08.2017
- Register potential vendor into company vendor list
- Sourcing equipment with technical specification received from engineering department
- Negotiate with potential vendors on terms and conditions of purchase to meet company cost reduction target
- Closing purchase contract with the aid of legal department
- Follow up issues arises from vendor after order and prepare change order
- Maintained detailed records of all procurement activities for reference purposes as well as for auditing and compliance.
- Managed procurement projects from initiation to completion, ensuring timely delivery of goods and services.
- Past project experience: a) OOGTK Libra FPSO b) Noble Mariner Super Jack Up Rig CJ-70 c) Helix Q-7000 Semisubmersible well intervention vessel d) Maersk Highlander Jack Up Rig
Buyer Analyst
Estaleiro Jurong Aracruz (Subs. of Sembcorp Marine
12.2012 - 01.2016
- Secondment to Brazil newly started overseas subsidiary from parent company (Sembcorp Marine)
- Setup procurement department with a guidance of management
- Review and register potential vendor to company vendor list
- Take charge and lead purchase of equipment with local colleagues
- Transfer Singapore system to overseas subsidiary
- Fully involve in equipment purchase for Petrobras P68 & P71 FPSO including vendor engagement, price negotiation, contract negotiation with legal team and follow up till delivery and warranty of project equipment
- Issue Corrective Action Request (CAR) to vendor who fails to meet project requirement and assist vendor to close the CAR with proper follow up action
Procurement Officer
Sembcorp Marine
06.2011 - 11.2012
- Learn and handle marine ship building procurement process
- Assign by superior to purchase bulk material for piping packages
- Lead project for Jack up Rig (West Elara & West Linus) and FPSO Cidade de Itajai
Failure Analysis Engineer
Konica Minolta Glass Tech M Sdn Bhd
11.2009 - 05.2011
- Identify various kind of failure of products and study the root cause
- Carry out experiment to improve yield rate
- Participate audit with customer to rectify production site issue
- Implement program changes to increase output without neglecting quality of product
Education
Bachelor of Science - Materials Engineering
University of Malaya
Malaysia05-2009
High School Diploma -
SMK Munshi Abdullah
Malaysia01.2004
Skills
- Procurement process
- Supplier relationship management
- Price negotiation
- Strategic sourcing
- New vendor setup
- Budget planning
- Category management
- Contract negotiation
- Logistics coordination
- Price negotiations
Personal Information
- Date of Birth: 06/17/85
- Gender: Male
- Nationality: Singapore Permanent Resident
- Marital Status: Married
Timeline
Procurement Manager
SIMBA Telecom Pte. Ltd.
09.2021 - Current
Senior Procurement Executive
Singapore Technologies Engineering Electronics Ltd.
09.2017 - 09.2021
Procurement Officer
Sembcorp Marine Integrated Yard
01.2016 - 08.2017
Buyer Analyst
Estaleiro Jurong Aracruz (Subs. of Sembcorp Marine
12.2012 - 01.2016
Procurement Officer
Sembcorp Marine
06.2011 - 11.2012
Failure Analysis Engineer
Konica Minolta Glass Tech M Sdn Bhd
11.2009 - 05.2011
Bachelor of Science - Materials Engineering
University of Malaya
High School Diploma -
SMK Munshi Abdullah
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