Purchasing Manager – IC Components

Tardis Group; Singapore; On-site; SGD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading electronics company in Singapore is seeking an experienced Purchasing Manager to lead strategic sourcing and procurement of integrated circuit (IC) components. You will manage a small team, develop supplier relationships, and oversee purchasing processes to ensure cost-effective procurement. The ideal candidate has 5–10+ years in procurement and a degree in a related field. This role offers opportunities for mentorship and strategic development.

Benefits

Commission/bonus scheme

Qualifications

• 5–10+ years in procurement, preferably in IC/electronics components.
• Experience leading and mentoring a small team.
• Familiarity with electronics market trends, ERP systems, and regional suppliers is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead procurement of IC components, managing supplier relationships and negotiations.
• Mentor and oversee a team of 2 buyers, with potential to expand.
• Develop and implement strategic sourcing plans to optimize cost, quality, and supply reliability.
• Monitor market trends and supplier performance; mitigate risks and identify opportunities.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to forecast demand and align procurement strategies.
• Manage budgets, purchase orders, and supplier contracts.

Skills

Supplier negotiation

Strategic sourcing

Cost optimization

Stakeholder management

Team leadership

Education

Degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Business, or related field

Job description

Role Overview

We are seeking a Purchasing Manager – IC Components to lead strategic sourcing and procurement of integrated circuit (IC) components. The role involves managing a small team, building supplier relationships, and overseeing end-to-end purchasing to ensure cost-effective and timely procurement.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead procurement of IC components, managing supplier relationships and negotiations.
• Mentor and oversee a team of 2 buyers, with potential to expand.
• Develop and implement strategic sourcing plans to optimize cost, quality, and supply reliability.
• Monitor market trends and supplier performance; mitigate risks and identify opportunities.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to forecast demand and align procurement strategies.
• Manage budgets, purchase orders, and supplier contracts.
• Participate in the commission/bonus scheme, including overriding commission on team purchases.

Requirements / Candidate Profile

• Experience: 5–10+ years in procurement, preferably in IC/electronics components.
• Experience leading and mentoring a small team.
• Supplier negotiation, strategic sourcing, cost optimization, stakeholder management.
• Degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Business, or related field.
• Familiarity with electronics market trends, ERP systems, and regional suppliers is a plus.

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EA License: 23S1921