Assistant Manager, Sourcing & Product Development (FMCG)

Michael Page; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career progression opportunities

Exposure to strategic sourcing

Collaborative team culture

Growing organisation

Job summary

Michael Page Singapore is seeking a senior sourcing professional to lead the end-to-end product lifecycle across private label categories, including supplier sourcing, benchmarking, sampling, commercial evaluation, production planning and market launch execution.

You will drive strategic sourcing initiatives, onboard suppliers regionally and globally while balancing cost, quality and supply reliability, and partner with cross-functional teams on go-to-market strategies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in FMCG, retail, consumer goods or sourcing-driven environments.
• Demonstrated track record in end-to-end sourcing and product development, preferably private label or high-volume categories.
• Proven experience running tender processes and supplier negotiations, including cost modelling and contract structuring.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end product lifecycle across private label categories: supplier sourcing, benchmarking, sampling, commercial evaluation, production planning and market launch.
• Drive strategic sourcing initiatives, onboarding suppliers regionally and globally while balancing cost, quality and supply reliability.
• Own tender processes with RFQs, bid comparisons and scenario analysis to support supplier selection and negotiation strategies.
• Develop product specifications covering formulation, packaging, pricing, shelf-life and regulatory compliance.
• Negotiate and structure commercial agreements including pricing mechanisms and service levels.
• Build long-term supplier partnerships and conduct reviews to drive innovation, quality, cost, and service KPIs.
• Collaborate with Brand, Marketing, Food Safety, Supply Chain, Inventory Planning and Operations on go-to-market strategies.
• Oversee inventory planning and demand forecasting alignment with promos, seasonality and risks.
• Support trade promotion planning to maximise sales and continuity.
• Monitor market trends and consumer insights to identify gaps for new product development.

Skills

End-to-end sourcing

Tender processes

Supplier negotiations

Cross-functional influence

Project management

Data-driven decisions

Education

Bachelor's degree in FMCG/retail/sourcing

Tools

Cost modelling

Scenario analysis

Job description

• Drive innovation and supplier strategy across diverse FMCG categories
• Strong exposure to cross-functional leadership and regional sourcing

• Drive innovation and supplier strategy across diverse FMCG categories
• Strong exposure to cross-functional leadership and regional sourcing

About Our Client

Our client is a well-established and highly recognisable retail group in Singapore. Serving millions of customers annually, the organisation is known for wide product range and commitment to quality, value, and innovation. With a robust supply chain network and close partnerships with global suppliers, the business continues to invest in product development capabilities to stay ahead in a competitive FMCG landscape.

Job Description

• Lead the end-to-end product lifecycle across private label categories, including supplier sourcing, benchmarking, product sampling, commercial evaluation, production planning, and market launch execution
• Drive strategic sourcing initiatives, identifying and onboarding suppliers across regional and global markets while balancing cost competitiveness, quality standards, and supply reliability
• Own and execute formal tender processes, including RFQs, bid comparisons, clean sheet costing, and scenario analysis to support data-driven supplier selection and negotiation strategies
• Develop and refine product specifications, translating commercial and consumer requirements into detailed briefs covering formulation, packaging, pricing architecture, shelf-life, and regulatory compliance
• Negotiate and structure commercial agreements and contracts, covering pricing mechanisms, volume commitments, logistics terms, service levels, and risk mitigation clauses
• Build and manage long-term supplier partnerships, conducting periodic business reviews to drive innovation, continuous improvement, and performance optimisation across quality, cost, and service KPIs
• Partner closely with cross-functional stakeholders (Brand, Marketing, Food Safety, Supply Chain, Inventory Planning, and Operations) to ensure alignment on product positioning, timelines, and go-to-market strategies
• Oversee inventory planning and demand forecasting alignment, working with internal teams to balance supply availability with promotional calendars, seasonality trends, and inventory risk
• Support and drive trade promotion planning, ensuring product readiness, pricing competitiveness, and supply continuity to maximise sales performance and market penetration
• Monitor market trends, competitor benchmarks, and consumer insights to identify gaps and opportunities for new product development and innovation within the portfolio

The Successful Applicant

• Bachelor's Degree with solid experience within FMCG, retail, consumer goods, or sourcing-driven environments
• Demonstrated track record in end-to-end sourcing and product development, preferably within private label, own-brand, or high-volume consumer categories
• Proven experience running tender processes and supplier negotiations, including cost modelling, clean sheet analysis, and contract structuring
• Experience engaging with regional or international suppliers and navigating cross-border sourcing considerations is highly advantageous
• Strong understanding of supply chain dynamics, including production lead times, logistics considerations, cost drivers, seasonality, and demand fluctuations
• Experience working with product specifications and quality standards, ideally in regulated environments involving food safety or consumer compliance requirements
• Strong commercial acumen, with the ability to evaluate margin structures, pricing strategies, and trade-offs between cost, quality, and speed to market
• Advanced analytical capabilities, with proficiency in working with large datasets to support forecasting, supplier performance evaluation, and business decision-making
• Proven ability to manage multiple stakeholders across functions and influence outcomes in a matrix environment
• Strong project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple product timelines simultaneously in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
• A solution-oriented and resourceful mindset, with the ability to navigate ambiguity, solve complex supply challenges, and drive outcomes independently

What\'s on Offer

• Opportunity to shape and expand a high-impact portfolio
• Exposure to strategic sourcing and regional supplier networks
• Collaborative and fast-paced work environment with strong team culture
• Career progression opportunities within a reputable and growing organisation

Contact: Kimberly Choo (Lic No.: R22109855 / EA No.: 18S9099)

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