Group Lead, Demand Management Sales & Project Execution (APAC)
Group Leader, Demand Management – Procurement | Singapore | Full-time |
About Vanderlande
Vanderlande makes automated systems that handle baggage at airports and sort parcels in logistics networks around the world. At airports, our technology manages the complete bag journey: from check-in and security screening through to the reclaim belt. In parcel logistics, our systems power the networks that get packages to customers' doors.
At Vanderlande, you will find the space to aspire, to grow, and to achieve something that matters, with people who bring out the best in each other.
Your role
As the Group Leader, Demand Management – Procurement, you will be responsible for leading a team of Demand Managers supporting both Sales and Project Execution activities. You will provide strategic and operational leadership to ensure procurement activities are aligned with business objectives, customer commitments, and Vanderlande's transformation towards a Configure-to-Order (CTO) operating model.
Working closely with Procurement, Category Management, Supply Chain, Legal, Sales, and Project Execution stakeholders, you will drive governance, standardization, supplier engagement, and continuous improvement across the procurement organization.
Responsibilities
Lead and develop the Demand Management function, overseeing both Demand Managers of Sales and Project Execution, ensuring alignment across the full project lifecycle.
Define and implement procurement strategies that support business objectives, drive cost optimization, and increase CTO adoption while managing ETO complexity.
Provide leadership and direction to a dedicated team of Demand Managers, including coaching, performance management, workforce planning, and capability development.
Own the interface with key stakeholders including Sales, Project Execution, Category Management, Supply Chain, and Legal to ensure alignment on procurement strategy and execution.
Drive governance and standardization, ensuring adherence to procurement processes, contract frameworks, and compliance requirements across all projects.
Oversee complex procurement activities, including RFx strategies, supplier selection, and contract negotiations for third-party equipment and installation services.
Act as escalation point for critical procurement and commercial issues, ensuring timely resolution and risk mitigation.
Lead continuous improvement initiatives, including development and enforcement of standardized operating procedures, tools, and best practices.
Ensure effective handover from Sales to Project Execution, maintaining continuity in procurement strategy, supplier alignment, and risk management.
Partner with Category Management to leverage global supplier strategies, frameworks, and pricing structures that support the region.
Drive performance tracking and reporting, including cost savings, cost avoidance, supplier performance, and project procurement KPIs.
Support organizational transformation initiatives, including Procurement’s role in Vanderlande’s global operating model and CTO strategy.
Ready to apply?
Are you interested in this position? Apply directly via our careers page with your CV. Questions about this role? Contact: Juilee.godse@vanderlande.com
Vanderlande is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regards to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, or disability status.
Vanderlande is a market-leading, global partner for future-proof logistic process automation in the warehousing, airports and parcel sectors. Its extensive portfolio of integrated solutions – innovative systems, intelligent software and life-cycle services – results in the realisation of fast, reliable and efficient automation technology.
The company focuses on the optimisation of its customers’ business processes and competitive positions. Through close cooperation, it strives for the improvement of their operational activities and the expansion of their logistical achievements.
Established in 1949, Vanderlande has more than 11,000 employees and a turnover of 2.3 billion euros.
Toyota Industries Corporation (TICO) acquired Vanderlande in 2017 to cement its global leading position within material handling. It aims to achieve this by increasing its presence in all integrated and automated projects, and capitalising on the synergies between the organisations and the added value they offer to the market.
TICO therefore launched the Toyota Automated Logistics Group (TALG), which consists of Toyota L&F, Bastian Solutions, Vanderlande and viastore. TALG is a global partner for integrated logistic process automation, with its group companies collaborating under the guiding principle: for every challenge, a reliable solution.
In May 2025, Vanderlande completed the acquisition of Siemens Logistics' operations outside the USA and in doing so welcomed more than 2,000 new employees. The acquisition supports the company’s strategic ambition to accelerate its growth in automated logistics, particularly strengthening its capacity to deliver baggage, cargo and digital airport solutions.
