Material & Procurement Manager

KYEC; Singapore; On-site; SGD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading supply chain company in Singapore is seeking a Procurement Manager to lead the material management team and implement sourcing strategies. The ideal candidate should have 5–7 years of experience in procurement, excellent negotiation skills, and familiarity with ERP/MRP systems. This role requires strong leadership and analytical skills to optimize supply chain processes.

Qualifications

• 5–7 years of experience in procurement, materials management, or supply chain.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Proven experience in negotiation and supplier performance management.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the material management and procurement team.
• Develop and implement sourcing strategies.
• Manage supplier qualification and performance improvement.

Skills

Leadership

Negotiation

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Supplier management

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or related field

Tools

ERP/MRP systems

Job description

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the material management and procurement team.
• Develop and implement sourcing strategies to optimize cost, quality, and delivery performance.
• Manage supplier qualification, evaluation, and performance improvement programs.
• Coordinate with internal teams to ensure inventory optimization and uninterrupted supply.
• Negotiate contracts and commercial terms with suppliers to secure favorable agreements.
• Monitor market trends, pricing, and risks to proactively adjust sourcing strategies.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, internal controls, and regulatory requirements.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives in procurement processes and supplier performance.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or related field.
• 5–7 years of experience in procurement, materials management, or supply chain, preferably in electronics/semiconductor industries.
• Strong leadership, team management, and cross-functional collaboration skills.
• Proven experience in negotiation, contract management, and supplier performance management.
• Familiarity with ERP/MRP systems and procurement workflows.
• Excellent command of English; Mandarin skills advantageous for supplier communication.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and risk management capabilities.