Assistant Manager / Manager, Purchasing

MTC Consulting Pte. Ltd.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

MTC Consulting Pte. Ltd. in Singapore is seeking a motivated procurement professional to lead our purchasing function in the stainless steel sector.

You will develop procurement strategies, optimise costs, and strengthen supplier relationships to support growth and operational reliability across the business.

The role requires at least 5 years in procurement and professional certifications such as CIPS/ISM, with a track record in strategic sourcing and supplier management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related discipline.
• Professional procurement or supply chain certifications such as CIPS, ISM, or equivalent will be an added advantage.
• Experience in Stainless Steel industry will be a plus.
• Minimum 5 years of procurement experience.

Responsibilities

• Strategic procurement: Develop and implement procurement strategies aligned with business objectives, focusing on cost optimisation and long-term growth.
• Supplier sourcing & management: Identify, evaluate, and develop reliable local and international suppliers.
• Commercial negotiations: Lead pricing negotiations, review terms, manage supplier contracts, identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Purchasing operations: Oversee RFQs, purchase orders, delivery schedules, and supplier coordination.
• Cost & inventory management: Monitor price trends, analyse purchasing costs, optimise inventory levels.
• Supply chain coordination: Work with warehouse, sales, and operations for planning and material availability.
• Team leadership & development: Lead and develop the purchasing team, drive process improvements.
• Supplier performance & compliance: Monitor performance, manage supply risks, ensure policy and quality compliance.

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain Management, Procurement, Engineering, Business Administration, Logistics, or a related discipline

Job description

We are seeking a motivated, commercially driven, and experienced procurement professional to lead and oversee our purchasing function within the stainless steel industry.

The successful candidate will play an important role in developing procurement strategies, strengthening supplier relationships, optimising purchasing costs, and ensuring a reliable and efficient supply chain to support the company's business operations and growth.

Key Responsibilities:

• Strategic Procurement: Develop and implement procurement strategies aligned with business objectives, focusing on cost optimisation, sourcing efficiency, and long-term business growth.

• Supplier Sourcing & Management: Identify, evaluate, and develop reliable local and international suppliers while building strong, long-term supplier partnerships.

• Commercial Negotiations: Lead pricing negotiations, review commercial terms, manage supplier contracts, and identify opportunities for cost savings and improved purchasing efficiency.

• Purchasing Operations: Oversee the purchasing process, including requests for quotations (RFQs), purchase orders, delivery schedules, and supplier coordination to ensure timely procurement.

• Cost & Inventory Management: Monitor commodity price trends, analyse purchasing costs, optimise inventory levels, and improve stock availability and inventory turnover.

• Supply Chain Coordination: Work closely with warehouse, sales, and operations teams to ensure effective inventory planning, timely material availability, and smooth business operations.

• Team Leadership & Development: Lead, supervise, and develop the purchasing team while driving continuous improvements in procurement processes and team performance.

• Supplier Performance & Compliance: Monitor supplier performance, manage supply risks, and ensure adherence to company policies, quality standards, and procurement procedures.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain Management, Procurement, Engineering, Business Administration, Logistics, or a related discipline.

• Professional procurement or supply chain certifications such as CIPS, ISM, or equivalent will be an added advantage.

• Experience in Stainless Steel industry will be a plus.

• Minimum 5 years of procurement experience