Procurement Manager

VISIONPOWER SEMICONDUCTOR MANUFACTURING COMPANY PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the semiconductor industry is seeking a Procurement Manager to oversee sourcing and purchasing operations. This role involves ensuring cost-effective acquisition of materials while maintaining high standards of quality and compliance. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in procurement within the semiconductor industry and possess excellent negotiation and analytical skills.

Benefits

Diversity and inclusivity initiatives

Growth opportunities within a joint-venture environment

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management or related fields required.
• Minimum 5 years of procurement experience, preferably in semiconductor manufacturing.
• Proficiency in ERP/MRP systems essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead sourcing and purchasing activities to ensure timely acquisition of materials.
• Manage supplier selection and performance monitoring.
• Conduct market analysis to guide sourcing strategies.

Skills

Negotiation

Analytical Skills

Communication

Problem Solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management

CPSM Certification

CPIM Certification

PMP Certification

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Job description

About Us:

VisionPower Semiconductor Manufacturing Company Pte Ltd (VSMC) is a new joint-venture 300mm semiconductor wafer manufacturing facility to be built in Singapore. We are looking for committed, resilient and passionate talents to launch a promising future that power the next generation devices and systems. If you share the same passion to pursue excellence, join us to make an impact and be part of something special!

Role Summary:

You will be responsible for leading and managing the sourcing and purchasing activities of the organization. This role required to ensures the timely and cost-effective acquisition of materials, components, and service while maintaining the highest standars of quality and compliance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Identify, evaluate, and select suppliers based on technical capabilities, pricing, quality, reliability, and alignment with project requirements.
• Manage the Request for Quotation process, lead price negotiations, and establish clear contract terms and conditions with vendors.
• Work closely with engineering, production, and quality teams to ensure purchased materials meet all technical specifications and are delivered on schedule.
• Monitor supplier performance in terms of delivery, quality, service, and compliance; take corrective actions as needed.
• Lead and support initiatives focused on cost savings, process optimization, and procurement efficiency.
• Ensure all procurement activities adhere to company policies, ethical standards, and applicable regulatory requirements.
• Conduct regular market analysis to stay informed of pricing trends, supplier capabilities, and potential risks; perform spend analysis to guide sourcing strategies.

Education Qualification:

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Procurement, Business Administration, Engineering, or related fields.
• Minimum 5 years of procurement or strategic sourcing experiences in Semiconductor or electronics manufacturing industry.
• Other certification (e.g., CPSM, CPIM, PMP) are a plus.

Essential Experiences:

• Familiarity with semiconductor supply chains, including raw materials (e.g., wafers, chemicals, gases), equipment, and OEM/ODM sourcing, facility engineering works, IT/CIM products or the generally affairs.
• Experience in procurement within the semiconductor industry is a plus
• Deep understanding of procurement strategies, cost modeling, and supplier performance management.
• Experience working with suppliers globally, especially in Asia-Pacific regions.
• Strong ability to analyze technical specifications and collaborate with engineering, production, and quality teams.
• Solid knowledge of industry compliance standards and material traceability requirements (e.g., RoHS, REACH, ISO standards).
• Proficiency in ERP/MRP systems such as SAP, Oracle, or other semiconductor-specific platforms.

Personal Attributes:

• Excellent negotiation and communication skills, both with internal stakeholders and external suppliers.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills in a fast-paced, high-tech environment.
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and capable of managing complex sourcing projects across multiple time zones.
• Ability to work under pressure and adapt to dynamic supply chain challenges, such as lead time fluctuations or geopolitical risks.
• Actively seeks out way to enhance processes, reduce costs and increase efficiency.

VSMC promotes diversity and inclusivity in our workforce; and hiring will be conducted in phases.