Purchasing Manager

LIHANG EMPLOYMENT AGENCY; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

LIHANG EMPLOYMENT AGENCY is seeking a procurement lead to manage global sourcing of fresh produce, negotiate contracts, and oversee logistics and compliance with Singapore food safety standards. The role focuses on supplier relations, demand planning, and cost control to ensure high-quality imports.

The successful candidate will collaborate with Quality Control to meet SFA and ISO 22000 standards, optimize margins, and lead budgeting activities for the procurement function in Singapore.

Responsibilities

• Strategic Global Sourcing: Proactively research, evaluate, and establish strong commercial relationships with international growers, exporters, and suppliers across global markets to secure a steady supply of premium fresh fruits, vegetables, and organic products.
• Contract & Price Negotiation: Lead complex commercial negotiations regarding pricing, quality standards, shipping terms (Incoterms), and payment structures to optimize cost efficiency and maximize profit margins.
• Supply Chain & Logistics Oversight: Oversee international freight forwarding, cold-chain logistics, and local customs clearance to minimize transit times and ensure the maximum shelf-life and freshness of arrivals.
• Inventory & Demand Planning: Analyze sales data, market trends, and seasonal availability to forecast inventory demands accurately, preventing stockouts and waste.
• Quality Assurance & Compliance: Partner with the Quality Control department to ensure all imported food products fully comply with SFA regulations, ISO 22000, and standard food safety benchmarks.
• Supplier Performance Management: Conduct regular performance audits of existing vendors based on product quality, delivery punctuality, and price competitiveness, implementing corrective actions or sourcing alternatives when necessary.
• Budgeting & Cost Control: Develop, manage, and monitor the annual procurement budget, preparing comprehensive cost-analysis reports for the senior management team.

Job description

Job Purpose:

To lead, manage, and optimize the procurement operations for fresh produce, organic groceries, and food products. The candidate will oversee global supplier relations, negotiate high-value import contracts, manage inventory levels, and ensure that all imported goods strictly comply with Singapore's food safety regulations (SFA standards).

Key Responsibilities & Duties:

• Strategic Global Sourcing: Proactively research, evaluate, and establish strong commercial relationships with international growers, exporters, and suppliers across global markets to secure a steady supply of premium fresh fruits, vegetables, and organic products.
• Contract & Price Negotiation: Lead complex commercial negotiations regarding pricing, quality standards, shipping terms (Incoterms), and payment structures to optimize cost efficiency and maximize profit margins.
• Supply Chain & Logistics Oversight: Oversee international freight forwarding, cold-chain logistics, and local customs clearance to minimize transit times and ensure the maximum shelf-life and freshness of arrivals.
• Inventory & Demand Planning: Analyze sales data, market trends, and seasonal availability to forecast inventory demands accurately, preventing both stockouts and excessive food wastage.
• Quality Assurance & Compliance: Partner with the Quality Control department to ensure all imported food products fully comply with the Singapore Food Agency (SFA) regulations, ISO 22000, and standard food safety benchmarks.
• Supplier Performance Management: Conduct regular performance audits of existing vendors based on product quality, delivery punctuality, and price competitiveness, implementing corrective actions or sourcing alternatives when necessary.
• Budgeting & Cost Control: Develop, manage, and monitor the annual procurement budget, preparing comprehensive cost-analysis reports for the senior management team.