Senior Global Assurance Analyst (Supply Chain) – Internal Audit

Accountabilities

• • Lead or support high-quality internal audits in accordance with established global assurance standards, with approximately 80% of assignments focused on operational and supply chain areas and 20% covering finance, brand management, or IT.
  • Assess the design, effectiveness, and efficiency of processes across strategic planning, demand forecasting, S&OP, production planning, materials management, sourcing, product quality, distribution, logistics, order management, and related functions.
  • Evaluate internal business units as well as selected external business partners and identify operational, financial, technology, and control risks.
  • Deliver high-impact reviews and actionable insights to executive and senior supply chain management.
  • Help stakeholders develop practical action plans to address internal control deficiencies and support timely remediation.
  • Prepare clear, accurate, and well-structured audit and risk advisory reports in English.
  • Rapidly develop expertise in complex supply chain topics and contribute insights that strengthen regional supply chain capabilities and knowledge.
  • Work closely with senior leaders and adapt quickly to changing priorities, business requirements, and project environments.
  • Support risk assessments and contribute to the development of annual audit service plans.
  • Identify opportunities to improve audit methodologies and lead selected methodology or process enhancement initiatives as a subject matter expert.
  • Contribute to recruitment and talent development activities within the global assurance function.
  • Participate in broader audit projects outside supply chain when required by the annual audit plan and departmental priorities.
  • Travel approximately 30–50% annually, primarily across Southeast Asia and major product supply locations in Greater China.

  Requirements

  • 2–5 years of relevant professional experience in supply chain functions such as demand forecasting, production planning, sourcing, or Center of Excellence environments, or equivalent consulting experience.
  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Supply Chain Management, or a related discipline is preferred but not mandatory.
  • Professional certification such as APICS Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP), CPIM, or Six Sigma is a plus, with certification within two years encouraged where applicable.
  • Strong written and verbal English communication skills; additional Asian language capabilities are advantageous.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and PowerPoint.
  • Strong analytical, project management, organizational, and problem-solving capabilities in a fast-paced environment.
  • Ability to build trusted relationships and communicate compelling insights to diverse stakeholders, including executive and senior management.
  • Experience with or interest in data analysis and visualization tools such as Tableau or Microsoft Power BI is an advantage.
  • Exceptional attention to detail, time management, and ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
  • Professional, flexible, resourceful, and adaptable approach to changing business requirements.
  • Demonstrated leadership potential and the ability to take initiative with limited supervision.
  • Comfortable working independently while also contributing effectively within collaborative, multicultural teams.
  • Willingness and ability to travel regularly, with approximately 30–50% annual travel expected.
  • The original role requires Singapore-based work, with work-from-home arrangements subject to business and departmental requirements; fully remote contracts are not considered.

  Benefits

  • Exposure to high-impact internal audit and risk advisory projects across global supply chain and business functions.
  • Direct interaction with executive and senior management, providing significant leadership exposure early in your career.
  • International assignments and approximately 30–50% travel across Southeast Asia and Greater China.
  • A steep learning curve with opportunities to rapidly develop expertise across supply chain, finance, technology, operations, and risk.
  • Development opportunities designed to support progression into broader leadership and functional roles.
  • Exposure to a diverse, international working environment with colleagues and stakeholders across multiple markets.
  • Opportunities to contribute to strategic projects and influence improvements beyond traditional audit activities.
  • Experience within a consultative assurance environment where audit work is designed to generate actionable business value.
  • Opportunities to develop expertise in data analysis, visualization, audit methodologies, and emerging business practices.
  • Potential career mobility into other functions and leadership positions following successful performance in the role.
  • Professional development and continuous learning through complex assignments and cross-functional exposure.