Event report
Past Event | Closed-door Roundtable with Mr. Dave Goh, VP and Head (Logistics & Supply Chain Management) of EDB
The French Chamber of Commerce in Singapore was honored to host a highly engaging closed-door roundtable in collaboration with the Singapore Economic Development Board (EDB) and Workforce Singapore.
Our sincere thank you to our guests:
Mr. Dave Goh, Vice President and Head for the Logistics and Supply Chain Management (LSCM) Division at the Singapore Economic Development Board (EDB)
Ms. Daphne Ng, Senior Manager (Logistics and Supply Chain Management) Singapore Economic Development Board (EDB)
Mr. Anderson Ee, Director Manufacturing & Connectivity Division (MCD) from Workforce Singapore
Mr. Adrian Wong, Assistant Director, Manufacturing & Connectivity Division (MCD) from Workforce Singapore
Ms. Xinwei Yang, Senior Manager Manufacturing & Connectivity Division from Workforce Singapore
A special thank you to our co-presidents: Mrs. Ellen Hudreaux and Mr. Vladimir de Montmarin for their initiative and faciliatation.
Ms. Daphne Ng, Senior Manager (Logistics & Supply Chain Management) at EDB, took the floor to present the Supply Chain Management Jobs Transformation Map and Skills Plan. Her presentation highlighted the critical areas of Planning and Sourcing & Procurement and emphasized the need for supply chain professionals to embrace data-driven and sustainable practices.
A fireside-style dialogue followed, featuring Mr. Dave Goh, Vice President and Head (Logistics & Supply Chain Management) at EDB, and Mr. Anderson Ee, Director at Workforce Singapore. The heart of the session was a roundtable discussion where participants were encouraged to actively engage with one another. The session brought together senior supply chain executives, talent development leaders, and sustainability professionals for an in-depth discussion on upskilling and workforce transformation in the logistics and supply chain sector.
Key takeaways
- Supply Chain Resilience, Agility, and Sustainability Are Now Core Priorities
- Significant Shifts in SCM Job Roles and Skillsets
12 of the 38 job roles in Singapore's SCM ecosystem are moderately impacted by technological and environmental shifts. Key functions like planning, procurement, and logistics now demand new competencies such as big data analytics, carbon footprint management, and digital workflow design. - The SCM Jobs Transformation Map and Skills Plan Are Practical Tools for Employers
These frameworks provide a structured guide for identifying at-risk roles, mapping skill gaps, and accessing relevant training programmes. They also help organizations future-proof their workforce by aligning with national transformation agendas. - Upskilling and Reskilling Must Be Ongoing, Not One-Off Initiatives
Programmes such as the Career Conversion Programme (CCP), Job Redesign under PSG-JR, and Mid-Career Pathways Programme offer government support to help companies continuously upgrade employee skillsets and redesign roles for long-term employability. - Singapore’s Talent Ecosystem and Infrastructure Support Growth
With a strong base of universities offering supply chain specialisations, a digitally advanced logistics hub, and access to a skilled, globally oriented talent pool, Singapore is well-positioned to anchor SCM teams and innovation hubs.
For more information about the Supply Chain and Logistics Committee, please contact Emily Jiang ejiang(@)fccsingapore.com
