Buyer & Planner

Hewlett Packard; Singapore; On-site; SGD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A global technology company in Singapore is seeking a Buyer - Planner to manage supply chain processes and fulfill orders. The ideal candidate will possess a first-level university degree and strong analytical skills, gaining exposure in a collaborative environment. Responsibilities include analyzing data, enhancing business processes, and working with planning teams. With HP’s commitment to human capital and sustainability, this role supports positive change for communities globally.

Qualifications

• 0-1 years of experience in a supply chain function.
• Understanding of supply chain processes (plan, source, make, deliver).
• Knowledge of import/export regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Manage supply chain processes and order fulfillment.
• Analyze data to develop trends for supply and demand activities.
• Collaborate with planning teams to enhance business processes.

Skills

Strong analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Project Management Skills

Developed Microsoft Office skills

Leadership skills

Education

First level university degree or equivalent

Job description

What a Buyer - Planner does at HP:

• Responsible for supply chain processes, such as inventory analysis, order fulfillment, import/export operations and shipping, for a regional or global business unit.
• Produces reports using IT systems and analyzes data to develop trends for supply and demand activities; articulates findings to management.
• Analysis of backlog management.
• Collaborates with regional and global business unit planning teams to maintain and enhance current business processes.
• Reviews performance metrics on a regular basis, identifying opportunities for improvement.
• Researches and analyzes priority projects within established guidelines.
• Communicates requirements and guidelines to the regional and global business unit planning teams.

Individuals who do well in this role at HP, usually possess:

• First level university degree or equivalent experience, may have advanced university degree.
• Typically 0-1 years of experience in a supply chain function.
• Demonstrated understanding of supply chain processes (plan, source, make deliver).
• Strong analytical and data modeling skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Developed Microsoft Office skills (Excel, PowerPoint, etc.) and other analytical aids to help manage the operation.
• Developing Project Management Skills.
• Demonstrated business acumen and technical knowledge within area of responsibility.
• Proficient understanding of HP's overall supply chain strategy.
• Strong understanding of Material Requirements Planning (MRP) and ATP.
• Developed understanding of import/export regulatory requirements and compliance.
• Moderate level of knowledge of inventory analysis.
• Demonstrated leadership skills.

Sustainable impact is HP’s commitment to create positive, lasting change for the planet, its people, and our communities. This serves as a guiding principle for delivering on our corporate vision – to create technology that makes life better for everyone, everywhere.

HP is a Human Capital Partner – we commit to human capital development and adopting progressive workplace practices in Singapore.