Senior Buyer

STATS CHIPPAC MANAGEMENT PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading electronics firm in Singapore is seeking a Procurement Specialist to manage material readiness for production and support cost optimization initiatives. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 5 years in purchasing, strong negotiation skills, and proficiency in SAP and Microsoft Office. This role involves evaluating suppliers and ensuring compliance with procurement policies.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years working experience in purchasing, preferably in the electronics/semiconductor sector.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and SAP/MRP knowledge.
• Bilingual in English and Chinese.

Responsibilities

• Analyze MRP to issue PRs/POs based on factory forecast.
• Maintain inventory in compliance with company policy.
• Negotiate commercial terms with suppliers.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Data analysis

Inventory management

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

Diploma in Engineering/Business Administration

Diploma in Material Management

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Word

Job description

Key Job Responsibilities – Procurement & Materials Management:

· MRP Execution & Procurement Planning
Analyze system-generated MRP to issue PRs/POs based on factory forecast requirements, ensuring timely material availability.

· Inventory Management
Maintain in-house inventory in compliance with company policy to support production continuity and cost control.

· Production & NPI Support
Coordinate material readiness for mass production, NPI offloads, and engineering/sample requests.

· Risk Management
Proactively identify and mitigate procurement-related risks to prevent production line-down scenarios.

· Cost Optimization
Drive cost-down initiatives through negotiations, benchmarking, alternate sourcing, and value engineering proposals.

· Supplier Negotiation & Management
Negotiate commercial terms including MOQ, standard pricing, lead time, Incoterms, and freight conditions to achieve favorable agreements.

· Quarterly Business Review (QBR)
Conduct QBRs for key raw materials used in production to monitor performance and alignment with business objectives.

· Global Indirect Procurement Management
Oversee global sourcing of MRO items, general consumables, and administrative office supplies across multiple factories.

· e-Procurement Platform Integration
Lead the integration and communication between China regional factories and China Resources Group's e-procurement mall for centralized procurement compliance.

· Data Analysis & Cost Control
Collect and analyze global non-production procurement data to build a centralized price database and drive cost-saving initiatives.

· Headquarters Procurement Support
Manage comprehensive procurement activities for SCPM and Shanghai HQs, supporting cross-functional departmental needs.

· Supplier Evaluation & Performance Monitoring
Develop and manage a supplier performance evaluation framework for non-production suppliers at the headquarters level.

· Process Governance
Manage SOP documentation and procedures related to indirect procurement and ensure compliance with internal control standards.

· Ad Hoc Projects & Assignments
Complete special tasks and procurement-related projects as assigned by management.

Required Experience and Qualifications:

· Minimum a Diploma in Engineering/ Business Administration.

· Minimum 5 years’ working experience in purchasing preferably in the electronics/semiconductor/sub-con sector.

· Diploma in Material Management will be an added advantage

SAP/MRP knowledge/Microsoft Excel, Power point, Words etc.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.

· Proactive and independent

· Excellent communication (Bilingual in English and Chinese) and organizational skills.

· Ability to multitask and adapt to changing priorities.