ASSISTANT MANAGER, DAIRY INGREDIENT PROCUREMENT

MOI INTERNATIONAL (SINGAPORE) PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food company in Singapore seeks a professional with at least 5 years of experience in procurement and operations, particularly in the FMCG or dairy/food industry. The role involves sourcing and negotiating with suppliers, overseeing operations, and driving process improvements within the supply chain. Candidates are expected to hold a relevant bachelor's degree and possess strong negotiation, analytical, and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in procurement & Operations, preferably in the FMCG or dairy/food industry.

Responsibilities

• Source and negotiate with suppliers for dairy raw materials.
• Conduct supplier performance evaluations and maintain vendor partnerships.
• Oversee daily operations and supply chain activities within the dairy business.
• Track and optimize inventory levels.
• Drive process improvements to enhance operational efficiency.

Skills

Negotiation

Analytical skills

Communication

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Detail-oriented

Proactive

Team player

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Food Science, or related discipline

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Procurement
  • Source and negotiate with suppliers for dairy raw materials and related products to ensure cost-effectiveness, quality, and timely delivery.
  • Conduct supplier performance evaluations and maintain long-term vendor partnerships.
  • Monitor market trends, pricing, and risks to support strategic sourcing decisions.
  • Ensure compliance with procurement policies, contracts, and sustainability standards.
• Operations
  • Oversee daily operations and supply chain activities within the dairy business, ensuring smooth end-to-end processes from procurement to delivery.
  • Work closely with production, quality assurance, logistics, and finance teams to align operational priorities with business needs.
  • Track and optimize inventory levels to balance supply reliability and cost efficiency.
  • Support planning, forecasting, and operational reporting to management.
  • Drive process improvements to enhance operational efficiency, cost savings, and service levels.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Food Science, or related discipline.
• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in procurement & Operations, preferably in the FMCG or dairy/food industry.
• Strong negotiation, analytical, and communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office;
• Detail-oriented, proactive, and able to work independently in a fast-paced environment.
• A team player with a passion for delivering results and driving efficiencies.