Regional Purchasing Leader – Global Manufacturing

SGS0 PerkinElmer Scientific (Singapore) Pte. Ltd.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 140,000 - 220,000; Full time

Job summary

PerkinElmer Singapore seeks a Regional Senior Purchasing Manager to oversee procurement for Singapore, Johor, and China, guiding a diverse team and shaping global sourcing strategies. You will drive cost savings, manage supplier performance, and collaborate with production, quality, and finance to ensure timely, quality materials while maintaining compliance with regulations.

This role requires strong negotiation, strategic thinking, and a proven track record of delivering procurement excellence

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in procurement, preferably within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong negotiation and contract management skills.
• Excellent understanding of supply chain management principles.
• Proven ability to manage supplier relationships and drive performance improvements.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in procurement software and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Fluency in English and Malay; additional languages are a plus.
• Professional certification (e.g., CIPS, CPM) is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of international sourcing professionals, setting clear objectives, priorities, and performance standards.
• Foster a high-performance culture built on accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Drive organizational value creation by cultivating a cross-cultural supply base ecosystem.
• Strengthen collaboration, resilience, and a global mindset across sourcing operations.
• Develop and implement purchasing strategies aligned with company goals and objectives.
• Identify opportunities for cost savings and process improvements.
• Monitor market trends and adjust procurement strategies accordingly.
• Identify, evaluate, and develop relationships with suppliers to ensure reliability and quality.
• Negotiate contracts, terms, and pricing to secure competitive agreements.
• Monitor supplier performance and address issues related to quality, delivery, or compliance.
• Develop and manage the purchasing budget, ensuring cost-effective practices.
• Conduct cost analysis and benchmarking for competitive pricing.
• Implement strategies to reduce procurement costs while maintaining quality standards.
• Collaborate with production and inventory teams to maintain optimal stock levels.
• Monitor inventory and coordinate timely replenishment.
• Implement effective inventory control systems.
• Ensure all purchased materials meet required quality standards and specifications.
• Work closely with quality teams to address supplier-related quality issues.
• Develop and maintain procurement quality assurance procedures.
• Ensure compliance with local and international procurement regulations.
• Identify and mitigate supply chain risks.
• Maintain accurate records of procurement activities and supplier agreements.
• Lead and develop the purchasing team through guidance, feedback, and training.
• Conduct regular performance reviews and promote professional development.

Skills

Negotiation

Contract management

Supply chain management

Analytics

MS Office

English & Malay

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration

Tools

Procurement software

Microsoft Excel

Job description

PerkinElmer Singapore seeks a Regional Senior Purchasing Manager to oversee procurement for Singapore, Johor, and China, guiding a diverse team and shaping global sourcing strategies. You will drive cost savings, manage supplier performance, and collaborate with production, quality, and finance to ensure timely, quality materials while maintaining compliance with regulations.

This role requires strong negotiation, strategic thinking, and a proven track record of delivering procurement excellence