Michael Koh
Summary
Michael Koh is a seasoned procurement professional with extensive expertise in procurement and entrepreneurship. He currently serves as an associate lecturer at the Singapore Institute of Management and the Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology. Previously, Michael held prominent roles as Vice President of Group Procurement at ST Engineering and Head of Procurement positions at Dimension Data, T-Systems, Schneider Electric, and Johnson Controls-Hitachi across the Asia Pacific.
Michael holds a Master of Applied Science in Materials Engineering from Nanyang Technological University (NTU) and has also earned a Diploma in Counseling Psychology. His achievements include being honored with the Supply Chain Professional of the Year award in 2015. Additionally, he is certified in Six Sigma and as an auditor for Quality Systems and Supply Chain.
Beyond his procurement career, Michael is actively involved in investment and is a co-founder of a commercial investment company. Lets connect to explore procurement strategies, share counseling insights, or discuss investment opportunities. I am also looking into developing an online subscription-based system for trading.
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Work Experience
Adjunct Lecturer May 2024 - Present
Singapore Institute of Management Singaporeo Conducted lessons and assessed student performance in Logistics, Procurement, and Supply Chain Management programs, including marking assignments using Canvas and rubrics.
o Developed and maintained course curriculum to align with industry standards and guided students in applying theoretical knowledge to real-world scenarios.
o Provided mentorship and pastoral care, supporting students academic and personal development.
Vice President Jul 2021 - Jan 2024
ST Engineering SingaporeSystem Integrator of Technology
Business Owner Feb 2021 - Present
Richmen Pte Ltd SingaporeCommercial properties
Trader Oct 2020 - Present
SM Advisory SingaporeStock, option and crypto trading
Assistant Procurement Director Oct 2019 - Oct 2020
Health Promotion Board Singapore1 year contract
Global Procurement Director Mar 2019 - Sep 2019
Johnson Control Hitachi SingaporeHead of Strategic Sourcing, Asia Pacific Mar 2017 - Dec 2018
Dimension Data SingaporeHead of Procurement, Asia Pacific Sep 2013 - Mar 2017
T-Systems SingaporeHead of Procurement, Asia Pacific Dec 2010 - Sep 2013
Schneider Electric SingaporeEducation
Postgraduate Diploma (Psychology) Oct 2024 - Present
School of Allied Educators Singaporediploma (Psychology) Jan 2024 - Jul 2024
School of Allied Educators SingaporeMaster of Applied Science (Material Science) Mar 1997 - Mar 2000
Nanyang Technological University SingaporeSponsored by National Science Technology Board Scholarship and Nanyang Technological University Graduate Studentship
2nd Upper Hons (Materials Engineering (Material Science) Jun 1996 - Jun 1997
Nanyang Technological University Singaporesponsored by NSTB
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Q&A with Michael Koh
How would you describe your career in one sentence?
career is not working for others, neither it is working for yourself, it is a hobby where you can make an income to be self sufficient.
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What did you do to make yourself marketable?
What are your strongest skills that have contributed to your success in this field?
Give an example of a recent industry development that captured your attention, and what insight or thoughts you have about it.
Cold war may begins for China and USA.
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What is your personal goal in your profession?
How would you describe yourself in one sentence?
Have you considered going into other fields? What other fields do you think you are well-suited for and why?
Property investment and day trading. Because has been doing well in these fields as well.
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What excites you about the field that you are in?
What is the next career goal that you are planning for?
