Project Buyer (semiconductor/electronics)

JDA WMS PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

JDA WMS PTE. LTD. is seeking a Project Buyer to manage end-to-end material procurement for CIP, CSR, and NPI initiatives.

The role focuses on optimizing 6Rs—material, price, quality, time, place, and conditions—while securing competitive costs, short lead times, and strict OTD and quality standards. Responsibilities include SAP PO execution, supplier performance management, and leading global sourcing projects to meet strategic targets and collaborate with R&D, Production Planning, Finance, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related technical field.
• Minimum 5 years of global sourcing experience, preferably in Asian supply networks.
• Experience in semiconductor/electronics sectors.
• Proven SAP/R3 ERP experience.
• Strong supplier qualification, auditing, and corrective action skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage material requirements and issue POs/Call-Offs in SAP.
• Coordinate with local Production Planning to align material readiness.
• Request, evaluate, and analyze supplier quotations to support fast-lane timelines.
• Process Intercompany POs (ICPO) and resolve price variance discrepancies on invoices.
• Drive supply chain quality improvements in coordination with R&D and Finance.
• Maintain SCM master data including vendor records and IQC settings.
• Monitor supplier performance metrics and establish corrective action plans.
• Identify, qualify, and onboard alternative suppliers when needed.

Skills

Global sourcing

Vendor management

Supplier performance management

Negotiation

Project procurement

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SAP/R3 ERP

Job description

Job Summary

The Project Buyer is responsible for managing end-to-end material procurement across Continuous Improvement Projects (CIP), Customer Specific Requirements (CSR), and New Product Introduction (NPI). This role focuses on optimizing the 6Rs of Logistics (Right Material, Price, Quality, Time, Place, and Conditions) by securing the most competitive costs, minimizing lead times, and ensuring strict On-Time Delivery (OTD) and quality standards. Working closely with R&D, Production Planning, Finance, and Quality teams, the Project Buyer manages vendor performance, executes purchase orders in SAP, and leads global sourcing initiatives to support seamless supply chain operations and achieve strategic cost targets.

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES

Strategic Sourcing & Project Procurement (CIP / CSR / NPI)

• Manage material requirements and issue Purchase Orders (POs) / Call-Offs in SAP according to project demand.

• Collaborate closely with local Production Planning teams to ensure alignment on material readiness.

• Request, evaluate, and analyze supplier quotations swiftly to support fast-lane project timelines.

• Process Intercompany Purchase Orders (ICPO) and resolve price variance discrepancies on invoices against POs.

Supplier Quality & Performance Management

• Proactively drive supply chain quality improvements in coordination with R&D, Product Groups, Material Management, and Finance.

• Maintain accurate SCM master data in systems, including vendor records, contracts, warehouse parameters, and Incoming Quality Control (IQC) settings.

• Monitor supplier performance metrics, conduct regular assessments, and establish corrective action plans for issues such as delivery delays (OTD) or quality gaps.

• Identify, qualify, and onboard alternative suppliers when existing sources fail to meet performance standards.

Operational Governance & Accountability

• Execute daily material purchasing operations while maintaining optimal inventory levels and material flows.

• Ensure relevant supplier agreements (e.g., NDAs, General Purchase Terms) are executed and enforced.

• Achieve defined cost-saving targets and continuously work to reduce total procurement lead times.

REQUIREMENTS & QUALIFICATIONS

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree, preferably in Mechanical Engineering or a related technical discipline.

• Experience: Minimum 5 years of global sourcing experience, with strong expertise and market knowledge in Asian supply networks.

• Experience in semiconductor/electronics.

• Proven experience with SAP/R3 ERP systems.

• Solid background in supplier qualification, auditing, and corrective action methodologies.

JDA WMS Pte Ltd | EA Personnel: Pham Thi Tuyet Mai

EA License No: 23S1595 | EA Registration No: R25127838