Buyer/Planner (System Process)

KLA-Tencor; Singapore; On-site; SGD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology firm in Singapore is seeking a skilled Purchasing Specialist to manage the procurement of materials and components vital to production operations. The ideal candidate should hold a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Supply Chain Management, have at least three years of relevant experience, and be proficient in SAP and MS Office tools. The role requires strong communication skills, collaborative teamwork, and the ability to thrive in a dynamic environment. This position offers opportunities for process improvement and professional growth.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of purchasing or supply chain management experience.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Knowledge of supply chain and materials flow concepts.

Responsibilities

• Determine materials requirements from engineering and production schedules.
• Drive assurance of supply to production by timely execution of materials.
• Manage costs by reviewing pricing and minimizing unnecessary spending.

Skills

Purchasing expertise

Communication skills

Team player

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s Degree / Diploma in Engineering or Supply Chain Management

Tools

SAP system

MS Excel

MS Word

MS Outlook

Job description

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Purchase of materials, components and equipment as driven by MRP system or reorder point system

Determine materials requirements from engineering and production schedules, and maintain inventory at planned level

Drive assurance of supply to production by prompt execution of MRB materials, drive supplier OTD performance and timely execution of ECO. Work with supplier on the shortage challenges and provide work around solutions to minimize impact on shortages

Manage cost by reviewing EOQ pricing of materials, MRB rework cost and minimizing unnecessary spend on expedited freight cost and PPVs.

Plan, schedule and monitor the movement of materials through production cycle

Monitor cost, schedule, and scope of assigned supply base to assure best quality at best value

Perform excess and obsolescence functions to minimize company’s risk

Gather quotations, examine bids, and make awards; and develop specifications for new contract orders

Evaluate vendor reliability and develop new supply sources where vendors and suppliers are inadequate

Participate in supplier scorecard process – providing feedback and following up on action plans on cost, lead-time, delivery performance and response

Well verse in system and process and go to person as subject matter expertise in Purchasing function

Define and develop process when none is available

Working with various functional groups (and sites, if needed) to come out with best known methods (BKMs) for implementation

Create Training material (Regular retraining & Job aids, FAQ) & Roll-out, as needed

Highlight if there are projects & timelines limitations

Work on system set up and data cleansing

Perform and Support UAT, cut over and Go Live as needed

Help to trouble shoot and address issues by raising enhancement/incidents tickets and follow up on resolutions

Job Requirements:

Bachelor’s Degree / Diploma in Engineering or Supply Chain Management

Minimum 3 years of purchasing or supply chain management experience

Experience in SAP system and proficient in MS Excel, Word, and Outlook

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Team player, self-driven and able to work under pressure with a sense of urgency

Ability to work with a variety of offshore locations

Knowledge of supply chain and materials flow concepts

Able to work independently towards achieving company/group objectives

Experience in low volume high mix and a DFT/pull manufacturing environment a plus

Experience in driving project and process improvement in purchasing functions