Head of Procurement: Asia Start-Up Sourcing (Chemicals)

Stemgenic; Singapore; On-site; SGD 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Job summary

Stemgenic in Singapore seeks a Head of Procurement to build and lead the strategic sourcing and supplier development function for an Asia-wide operation. You will own end-to-end procurement for the Singapore site, constructing the supplier base and shaping regional strategy with China as a key sourcing market.

The role requires hands-on leadership, strong negotiation, and a start-up mindset to drive rapid setup and scale with the business. Regional travel is expected.

Qualifications

• Degree in a relevant field; professional procurement qualification preferred (e.g., CIPS, SIPMM).
• Experience setting up procurement for plant start-up or new site.
• Direct supplier engagement in China preferred.
• Strong negotiation and supplier development track record.
• Cross-functional collaboration with production, finance and quality.

Responsibilities

• Build procurement function from scratch with processes, policies and supplier base.
• Lead strategic sourcing across Asia focusing on raw materials and plant requirements.
• Direct supplier development, audits and capability building for long-term partnerships.
• Own negotiations on price, terms, lead times and supply agreements.
• Manage day-to-day procurement during plant start-up, including POs and expediting.
• Map supply market, develop alternative sources and mitigation plans.

Skills

Senior procurement experience

Strategic thinking

Negotiation

Stakeholder management

Start-up mindset

Education

Degree in Supply Chain / Procurement / Engineering

Job description

Stemgenic in Singapore seeks a Head of Procurement to build and lead the strategic sourcing and supplier development function for an Asia-wide operation. You will own end-to-end procurement for the Singapore site, constructing the supplier base and shaping regional strategy with China as a key sourcing market.

The role requires hands-on leadership, strong negotiation, and a start-up mindset to drive rapid setup and scale with the business. Regional travel is expected.