Buyer II

Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the manufacturing sector is seeking a Raw Material Planner to manage all aspects of raw material availability and inventory control. This role involves collaboration across various internal teams and suppliers to optimize materials while ensuring compliance with multiple regulatory standards. Candidates should possess a degree in Materials Management and have at least 5 years of relevant experience in a manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of related experience in buying and planning within a manufacturing environment.
• More extensive experience is required for non-degree holders.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for master scheduling, capacity planning, and machine loading to meet operational objectives.
• Own overall raw material availability, inventory plan, projection and control.
• Lead internal and external audit activities.

Education

Degree in Materials Management or equivalent

Tools

JDE E1

Job description

Work Schedule

Standard (Mon-Fri)

Environmental Conditions

Office

Job Description

Responsibilities and Authorities

1. Raw material planning
2. Responsible for master scheduling, capacity planning, and machine loading to meet operational objectives.
3. Analyze and coordinate with master scheduler / Supply Chain team to determine optimal raw materials.
4. Own overall raw material availability, inventory plan, projection and control, back-order, and supplier OTD. Manage Raw Material Plan (SIOP, PEFP, NPI, EOL, VAVE), PO placement, execution, and resolve level 1 issues.
5. Review and analyze material requirements for production and implement necessary actions such as generating Purchase Orders, scheduling, and rescheduling based on MRP requirements.
6. Analyze and resolve inventory issues to meet corporate targets, improve manufacturing resources, and customer fulfillment.
7. Analyze material obsolescence and manage & report excess material exposure.
8. Generate and maintain Supply Chain Metrics regularly.
9. Participate in material review sessions for non-conforming materials and activate timely return to vendors.
10. Coordinate with internal teams and suppliers to ensure material availability.
11. Process, Audits, and Suppliers’ Management
12. Coordinate and drive interdepartmental activities with quality assurance, manufacturing, engineering, logistics, and customer service.
13. Maintain good relationships with suppliers and monitor important supplier metrics.
14. Lead internal and external audit activities.
15. Ensure compliance with systems and procedures in accordance with SOX, ISO standards, OHSAS18001, FDA regulations, and other regulatory requirements.
16. Prepare reports and data related to purchasing and planning functions for corporate use.
17. Assess need for new department operational procedures and implement them.
18. Analyze and recommend improvements to policies, procedures, systems, forecasts, and projects.
19. Provide guidance and training for new buyers, planners, and interns.
20. Apply judgment and techniques to resolve complex issues requiring extensive evaluation and analysis.
21. JDE E1 Superuser (ERP/MRP system setup familiarity is a plus).
22. Projects and NPI
23. Manage and lead procurement, planning, and purchasing projects or NPI initiatives.

Qualifications

• Degree in Materials Management or equivalent.

Experience

• Minimum 5 years of related experience in buying and planning within a manufacturing environment. More extensive experience is required for non-degree holders.