PURCHASING EXECUTIVE

AMPHENOL FCI CONNECTORS SINGAPORE PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

AMPHENOL FCI Connectors Singapore Pte. Ltd. is seeking a purchasing professional to manage sourcing, procurement, and supplier relations in a fast-paced manufacturing setting in Singapore.

You will develop sourcing strategies, drive cost reductions, and ensure timely supply for production and new programs. You will collaborate with Engineering and other departments, evaluate suppliers, negotiate terms, and monitor KPI performance.

Qualifications

• Diploma or degree in engineering, business management, supply chain, procurement, or related field.
• Minimum 2 years of relevant experience in purchasing, procurement, sourcing, or materials management.
• Experience with ERP systems (QAD preferred).
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement purchasing and sourcing strategies to achieve cost reduction and procurement objectives.
• Identify and execute cost reduction initiatives in collaboration with suppliers and internal stakeholders.
• Source, evaluate, benchmark, and negotiate with suppliers to ensure competitive pricing, quality, and terms.
• Manage supplier performance, including delivery, quality, responsiveness, and service levels; drive continuous improvement.
• Coordinate RFQ activities, evaluate quotations, and support supplier selection for assigned categories.
• Collaborate with Engineering and other departments to optimize purchased parts and materials.
• Support new product launches by coordinating supplier activities and FA submission timelines.
• Work with Product Development and suppliers to ensure purchasing supports project timelines.
• Manage supplier relationships and address potential supply disruptions to ensure continuity of production.
• Create and release purchase orders after verifying quotations, pricing, and delivery requirements.
• Monitor supplier delivery performance and ensure alignment with production schedules.
• Work with suppliers to reduce lead times and support Lean and continuous improvement.
• Monitor and achieve purchasing KPIs including cost savings and procurement efficiency.
• Maintain accurate purchasing records and documentation per company procedures.
• Perform other purchasing and procurement duties as assigned.

Skills

Sourcing

Negotiation

Supplier management

Analytical skills

Communication

Education

Diploma or Degree in Engineering / Business Management / Supply Chain / Procurement

Tools

QAD ERP

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Job description

Position Summary

Responsible for managing purchasing and vendor-related activities to ensure timely, cost-effective, and reliable supply of materials and services. The role will develop and implement sourcing strategies, strengthen supplier performance, identify cost reduction opportunities, and support production and new program requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement purchasing and sourcing strategies to achieve cost reduction and procurement objectives.
• Identify and execute cost reduction initiatives in collaboration with suppliers and internal stakeholders.
• Source, evaluate, benchmark, and negotiate with suppliers to ensure competitive pricing, quality, and commercial terms.
• Manage supplier performance, including delivery, quality, responsiveness, and service levels, and drive continuous improvement.
• Coordinate RFQ activities, evaluate quotations, and support supplier selection for assigned purchasing categories.
• Work closely with Engineering and other functional departments to conduct value analysis and identify opportunities to optimize purchased parts and materials.
• Support new product and program launches by coordinating supplier activities, including FA submission timelines and other purchasing-related requirements.
• Work closely with the Product Development team and suppliers to ensure purchasing activities support committed project timelines.
• Manage supplier relationships and proactively address potential supply disruptions to ensure continuity of production.
• Create and release purchase orders after verifying supplier quotations, pricing, specifications, and delivery requirements.
• Monitor supplier delivery performance and ensure materials are supplied in accordance with production requirements and agreed schedules.
• Work with suppliers to reduce lead times and support Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Monitor and achieve assigned purchasing KPIs, including cost savings, supplier performance, delivery, and procurement efficiency.
• Maintain accurate purchasing records and documentation in accordance with company procedures.
• Perform other purchasing and procurement-related duties as assigned by management.

Job Requirements

• Diploma or Degree in Engineering, Business Management, Supply Chain, Procurement, or a related discipline.
• Minimum 2 years of relevant experience in purchasing, procurement, sourcing, or materials management, preferably within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong sourcing, negotiation, supplier management, and commercial skills.
• Experience with QAD or other ERP systems will be an advantage.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Good understanding of purchasing processes, supplier management, cost analysis, and material planning.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with good attention to detail.
• Organized, quality-conscious, and results-oriented.
• Proactive, resourceful, and able to work independently as well as in a team.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively with internal departments and external suppliers.
• High level of integrity, accountability, and professionalism.