PURCHASING MANAGER

Chunfeng Brand Management; Singapore; On-site; SGD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Chunfeng Brand Management is seeking an experienced Procurement & Purchasing Manager to lead sourcing, supplier negotiations, and purchasing operations across the organization.

You will oversee supplier performance, cost control, budgeting, and ensure timely deliveries, while aligning with finance and production schedules. This role requires a diploma/degree in a relevant field and 3–5 years of experience, with strong negotiation and analytical skills.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Degree in supply chain, business administration, or related field.
• 3–5 years of relevant experience in purchasing or procurement management.
• Strong negotiation, communication, and analytical skills.
• Knowledge of inventory management systems and procurement software.
• Ability to work independently and handle multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage the company’s purchasing activities to ensure cost-effective procurement.
• Source, evaluate, and negotiate with suppliers for best terms on price, quality, delivery and payment.
• Ensure timely ordering and delivery to support operations and production schedules.
• Review and approve purchase orders, supplier contracts, and procurement documentation.
• Identify, assess, and develop reliable suppliers and vendors.
• Build relationships with key suppliers and monitor performance and issues.
• Develop purchasing strategies to reduce cost and improve efficiency.
• Monitor market trends to identify shortages and price fluctuations.
• Collaborate with warehouse and logistics teams to maintain optimal inventory.
• Maintain records, reports, and KPIs for purchasing activities.

Education

Diploma or Degree in Supply Chain, Business Administration, or related field

Tools

Procurement software

Inventory management systems

Job description

Job Scope / Responsibilities:

1. Procurement & Purchasing Operations

• Oversee and manage the company’s purchasing activities to ensure cost-effective procurement of materials, equipment, and services.
• Source, evaluate, and negotiate with suppliers to achieve the best terms of price, quality, delivery, and payment.
• Ensure timely ordering and delivery of goods to support business operations and production schedules.
• Review and approve purchase orders, supplier contracts, and procurement documentation.

2. Supplier Management

• Identify, assess, and develop reliable suppliers and vendors.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers to ensure consistent supply and service quality.
• Monitor supplier performance and handle any delivery or quality issues.
• Conduct periodic supplier audits and performance evaluations.

3. Cost Control & Budgeting

• Develop purchasing strategies to reduce cost and improve efficiency.
• Monitor and analyze market trends to identify changes in supply and demand, potential shortages, and price fluctuations.
• Work closely with finance to ensure purchasing expenses align with company budget and cost targets.

4. Inventory & Logistics Coordination

• Collaborate with warehouse and logistics teams to ensure optimal inventory levels.
• Minimize excess stock while preventing shortages.
• Oversee inbound and outbound logistics related to purchased goods.

5. Compliance & Documentation

• Ensure all procurement activities comply with company policies, procedures, and relevant regulations.
• Maintain accurate purchasing records, supplier contracts, and inventory data.
• Prepare regular reports on purchasing activities, cost savings, and supplier performance.

6. Team Leadership

• Supervise, train, and guide purchasing staff to meet department objectives.
• Establish key performance indicators (KPIs) for the purchasing team.
• Promote teamwork, efficiency, and continuous improvement in procurement processes.

Requirements / Qualifications:

• Diploma or Degree in Supply Chain, Business Administration, or related field.
• Minimum 3–5 years of relevant experience in purchasing or procurement management.
• Strong negotiation, communication, and analytical skills.
• Knowledge of inventory management systems and procurement software.
• Ability to work independently and handle multiple priorities.