Buyer: Global Operations

PerkinElmer Scientific (Singapore) Pte. Ltd.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A scientific solutions provider in Singapore is looking for a Purchasing Specialist to manage procurement for their distribution centers. The role requires a degree in Supply Chain, along with 5-8 years of relevant experience. Key responsibilities include managing vendor relationships, ensuring timely delivery of raw materials, and driving cost-saving initiatives. Strong skills in negotiation and analytical thinking are essential. This is a unique opportunity to enhance supply chain efficiency in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• 5-8 years of experience in a dynamic and fast-paced MNC manufacturing environment.
• Proven ability to identify and execute cost-saving opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with Production Planner on-demand requirement.
• Release purchase orders and ensure timely delivery.
• Proactively monitor material delivery to prevent shortages.
• Attend daily production meetings to address material issues.
• Perform weekly inventory monitoring for raw materials.
• Manage supplier performance tracking.
• Negotiate contracts to increase LRS spend.
• Streamline processes for continuous improvement.

Skills

SAP

Strategic Sourcing

Negotiation

Supplier Relationship Management

Analytical Thinking

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Ethics & Compliance

Education

Degree in Supply Chain or Logistics

Job description

Location Singapore, SG
Job ID REQ-055929

Position Description

The role is responsible for the procurement of raw materials, goods and services for the distribution centers. Approves and qualifies vendors, obtains quotations, examines bids and makes awards. Develops sources and evaluates vendor reliability. Creates and manages manufacturing schedules to ensure that raw materials arrive in a timely manner to fulfill manufacturing requirements. Ideally, the candidate should have a proven track record in developing and managing supplier relationships.

This individual will report into the Director- Purchasing and contribute to improve supply chain efficiency and enhance overall competitiveness. This individual will play a key role in supporting the procurement team and related activities covering 2,000+ part numbers. This role requires procurement experience with a proven track record of successfully delivering broad international sourcing deliverables on time, within scope, and on budget. The purchasing specialist will collaborate with cross-functional teams (R&D, Sourcing, Quality, Manufacturing, Finance) and communicate effectively with all stakeholders.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Work closely with Production Planner on-demand requirement
• Release purchase orders per system generated purchase requisitions and ensure all purchase orders are delivered on time
• Proactively monitor material delivery according to SIOP plan to ensure no material shortage impact to production
• Attend daily production meeting to communicate material issues and advise action items
• Perform weekly inventory monitoring to ensure all raw material inventory targets are achieved
• Supplier performance tracking and management
• LRS contract negotiation - to drive increase LRS spend commodity by commodity
• Review E&O and manage LTB activities to minimize obsolescence risk
• Streamline processes and drive continuous improvement in performance and customer/employee satisfaction
• Lead in special projects and key initiatives identified from time to time

Qualifications

• Degree in Supply Chain, Logistics or related discipline
• 5-8 years of experience in a dynamic and fast-paced MNC manufacturing environment

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Experience in SAP
• Ability to prioritize and work independently and proactively is critical for success
• Strategic Sourcing & Cost Management – Proven ability to identify and execute cost-saving opportunities while ensuring quality and supply continuity
• Negotiation & Contract Management – Skilled in managing supplier agreements and achieving favourable outcomes
• Supplier Relationship Management – Ability to develop strong supplier partnerships that enhance reliability, innovation, and sustainability
• Analytical Thinking – Strong capability in spend analysis, market intelligence, and fact-based decision-making
• Cross-Functional Collaboration – Effective in working with diverse stakeholders across manufacturing, supply chain, finance, and quality functions
• Ethics & Compliance – Strong commitment to integrity, transparency, and adherence to procurement governance