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Procurement Executive/ Engineer
Manufacturing Transport Logistics
Company shared salary
S$4,000–S$6,000/mo (S$48,000–S$72,000/yr)
Market rate
S$3,500–S$5,500/mo (S$42,000–S$66,000/yr)
Based on similar roles (title + domain + location).
Responsibilities
- ● Lead strategic sourcing and procurement, including supplier identification, qualification, and development globally.
- ● Conduct price negotiations and manage cost competitiveness under volatile market conditions.
- ● Manage day-to-day purchasing activities, including PO issuance, tracking, and documentation.
- ● Own production planning and material planning, ensuring timely availability of raw materials and packaging to meet production schedules.
- ● Develop and maintain rolling supply and production plans based on demand forecasts, lead times, and inventory positions.
- ● Work closely with Operations to translate demand forecasts into feasible production schedules, balancing capacity, lead time, and supply constraints.
- ● Proactively identify supply risks or bottlenecks and adjust procurement and production plans accordingly.
- ● Oversee inventory management, optimizing stock levels while minimizing excess and obsolescence.
- ● Coordinate incoming logistics, including shipment planning and port clearance.
- ● Build and manage supplier relationships, especially across China and Taiwan.
- ● Conduct supplier audits and site visits as required.
- ● Support licensing and compliance requirements, where applicable.
- ● Work with product/technical teams on product specifications and documentation.
- ● Participate in process improvements and ad hoc projects assigned by management.
Requirements
- ● Degree in Engineering, Chemistry, Logistics, or related fields (others with relevant experience are welcome).
- ● Minimum 2 years of relevant experience in procurement, supply chain, or planning roles.
- ● Strong proficiency in English and Chinese (spoken and written) due to frequent interaction with regional suppliers.
- ● Proven ability in negotiation, supplier management, and procurement execution.
- ● Strong numerical and analytical skills, comfortable working with cost structures and data.
- ● Proficient in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint; experience with SAP/Navision or other ERP systems is an advantage.
- ● Familiarity with ISO standards (ISO9001) is a plus.
- ● Detail-oriented with strong ownership, accountability, and problem-solving skills.
- ● Able to prioritize and make decisions under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
- ● Team player with strong communication and coordination skills.
- ● Willing to travel for supplier audits and site visits.
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