Procurement Team Lead

Nts Group; Singapore; On-site; SGD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Annual Wage Supplement

Term Life & Medical Insurance

Training & Education opportunities

18 days annual leave

Job summary

NTS is seeking a Procurement Team Lead in Singapore to drive the procurement scope of New Product Introduction and program delivery from concept through mass production. You will own material cost, ensure supplier readiness, and collaborate across Engineering, Quality, SCM and Operations to meet cost, quality and delivery targets.

The role requires 5–10 years in procurement or program management in a contract manufacturing, semiconductor or high-tech setting, with strong leadership and project

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field.
• 5–10 years of procurement, supply chain or program mgmt experience.
• Experience in contract manufacturing, semiconductor or high-tech environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end Procurement NPI and program delivery from concept through mass production.
• Own NPI material cost and ensure total project cost meets targets.
• Drive cost optimization with Category Management and suppliers.
• Coordinate cross-functionally across Procurement, Engineering, Quality, SCM and Operations.
• Drive supplier qualification and readiness activities (FAI, pilot builds, ramp readiness).
• Manage program risks, issues, escalations and recovery plans; act as primary interface for material topics.
• Establish governance, milestones and reporting cadence; handover to Operations with full material readiness.

Skills

NPI program mgmt

Procurement leadership

Cross-functional leadership

Cost optimization

Supplier management

Risk management

Project planning

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, or related field

Job description

# Procurement Team Lead* Singapore* 44 - 44 hoursApply directlyAt NTS, we make it possible together. Technology inspires and drives us; it is our passion. Every day we work on unique solutions to complex challenges. Whether it's ultra-complex or ultra-precise solutions, we are proud of what we do and what we deliver.### **Job Description**As Procurement Team Lead at NTS Singapore, you will lead the procurement aspects of New Product Introduction (NPI) and program delivery from concept through volume production. You will be responsible for ensuring that material cost, quality, delivery and supplier readiness meet project and customer requirements. Working closely with Procurement, Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain and Operations, you will drive cross-functional execution, manage risks and ensure successful transition into production. You will also contribute to cost optimization, supplier development and continuous improvement across procurement programs.### Furthermore, your key responsibilities are:* Lead end-to-end Procurement NPI and program delivery from concept through mass production, ensuring cost, quality and delivery targets are achieved.* Own NPI material cost and ensure total project cost meets or outperforms awarded pricing.* Drive cost optimization initiatives in collaboration with Category Management and suppliers.* Lead cross-functional coordination across Procurement, Engineering, Quality, SCM and Operations to ensure program alignment and execution.* Drive supplier qualification and readiness activities, including FAI, pilot builds, ramp readiness and supplier capacity planning.* Manage program risks, issues and escalations, develop recovery plans and act as the primary interface for material-related topics.* Establish program governance, milestones and reporting cadence, and ensure a structured handover to Operations with full material and supplier readiness.### **Job Requirements*** Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Business or a related field, with **5–10 years of relevant experience** in procurement, supply chain or program management within a contract manufacturing, semiconductor or high-tech environment.* Proven experience managing NPI programs, cost improvement projects and successfully transitioning products into volume production.* Strong knowledge of procurement and supply chain fundamentals, including sourcing, supplier management, cost control, lead times, MOQ, capacity planning and supplier qualification.* Good understanding of complex mechanical, electromechanical and electrical assemblies, with knowledge of manufacturing processes such as machining, sheet metal, electronics and surface treatment.* Strong program and project management skills, including planning, scheduling, milestone tracking, risk management, prioritization and managing multiple projects simultaneously.* Strong cross-functional leadership, communication, problem-solving and decision-making skills, with the ability to manage stakeholders and customer-facing interactions.* Good knowledge of the local market and neighbouring regions, including relevant supplier, manufacturing and procurement landscapes.* #### **Your terms of employment** At NTS, we combine our passion for technology with innovative solutions to complex challenges. You get the freedom and confidence to fully use and develop your talents in a dynamic and energetic environment. We invest both in technology and in you as a future colleague! Your unique challenge at NTS includes at least the following conditions: + Competitive salary; + Annual Wage Supplement; + Term Life & Medical Insurance Coverage; + Personal growth and development opportunities through training and/or education; + 18 days of Annual Leave.* #### **About NTS**## Application procedure#### Step 1**Your application**You apply via our website. Within 7 days, you will receive a substantive response from our recruiter. If needed, we may ask additional questions to better understand your profile.#### Step 2**First contact**The recruiter will contact you by phone or email. If we see a potential match, we will share your profile with the hiring manager.#### Step 3**First interview**You will meet with the manager and/or a future colleague. Usually on-site at NTS, sometimes via Teams. We will discuss your expertise and the technical context of the role in depth.#### Step 4**In-depth discussion & tour**If we are both enthusiastic, a second on-site interview will follow. This often includes a tour of the department or production floor. In some cases, we organise a job shadowing session.#### Step 5**Offer & start**If we are both convinced, you will receive an offer. After agreement, we will initiate the onboarding process together. Welcome at NTS!