Buyer

SILICON BOX PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading semiconductor firm in Singapore is seeking a Buyer to develop sourcing strategies, negotiate contracts, and manage supplier relationships. The ideal candidate will have a minimum bachelor's degree and experience in sourcing and procurement within the semiconductor industry. Strong analytical, communication, and negotiation skills are required, along with familiarity with procurement software such as SAP or ERP.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in any discipline required.
• Experience in sourcing and procurement within the semiconductor industry.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills are necessary.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute sourcing strategies.
• Analyze market trends and supplier landscape.
• Negotiate with suppliers to select best value offers.

Skills

Sourcing and procurement

Contract negotiation

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Relationship building

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

SAP

ERP

Job description

The Buyer is responsible for purchasing goods and services to meet the requirements for cost effectiveness, quality standards and timeliness.

The incumbent will be responsible to draft contract documents detailing contractors' responsibilities and liabilities, while safeguarding the company’s interests, and work closely with the user departments to prepare tender documents to ensure clear and detailed specifications that will fit business needs. You will also perform analysis of the tender submissions and negotiate with suppliers to select best value offer for the organisation.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for developing and executing the sourcing strategies
• Analyse market trends and supplier landscape
• Provide insights and recommendations to senior management
• Uncover business-building ideas and cost-saving opportunities
• Design sourcing strategies that improve the value, availability, and technology
• Strike deals through negotiation or leading competitive bidding
• Build effective working relationships with suppliers
• Participate as a critical member of a cross-functional team to deliver a project
• Support all procurement and procurement related jobs such as forecasting, logistics, etc.

Requirement

• Minimum bachelor’s degree in any discipline
• Has experience in sourcing and procurement within semiconductor industry
• Experience in strategic sourcing, tendering process, contract management, contract negotiation and contract governance
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, effective influencing skills and skilled in contract negotiations
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Able to establish good working relationships with internal and external stakeholders
• Resourceful, driven and able to drive innovation, champion change and work collaboratively and achieve results.
• Experienced with procurement software / platforms (for e.g. SAP, ERP, etc.)
• Ability to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment