Senior Procurement Specialist

Prattwhitney; Singapore; On-site; SGD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career development

Scholarship program

Health benefits

Certifications

Transport provided

Job summary

Pratt & Whitney, an RTX business in Singapore, is seeking a seasoned procurement professional to ensure timely material fulfillment for engine production and optimize inventory. You will manage PO issuance, coordinate flow for new parts and subcontracted work, and oversee a network of vendors to secure part availability and cost efficiency.

Requirements include a degree in a related field and at least 5 years of procurement experience, with proficiency in Lean/Six Sigma tools and Power BI.

Qualifications

• Degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain, Operations, Engineering or related field.
• At least 5 years of material procurement experience in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience using lean, Six Sigma or Kaizen tools.
• Strong communication and organizational skills for cross-functional collaboration.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and Power BI.

Responsibilities

• Ensure timely material fulfillment for engine production while optimizing inventory WIP.
• Manage PO issuance and coordinate material flow for parts, subcontracted work, and exchanges.
• Oversee vendors to ensure part availability, cost efficiency and reliable turnarounds.
• Lead supplier performance reviews to drive cost, quality, delivery improvements.
• Negotiate prices to achieve cost savings and value for customers.
• Review procurement processes for regulatory compliance and efficiency.
• Reconcile invoice discrepancies and close open POs as needed.
• Analyze parts usage trends and maintain optimal stock levels.
• Collaborate with buyers to meet KPIs and participate in continuous improvement.

Skills

Effective communication

Analytical skills

MS Office (Excel/PowerPoint)

Power BI

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain, Operations, Engineering

Tools

Lean manufacturing

Six Sigma

Kaizen tools

Job description

Pratt & Whitney, an RTX business, is a world leader in the design, manufacture and service of aircraft engines and auxiliary power units for commercial, military and business aircraft. Through industry‑leading businesses – Collins Aerospace, Pratt & Whitney, and Raytheon – RTX pushes the limits of technology and science to redefine how we connect and protect our world.

What You Will Do

• Ensure timely material fulfillment for engine production while maintaining optimal inventory levels through effective WIP optimization and monitoring of aging inventory.
• Manage purchase order issuance and coordinate material flow for new parts, subcontracted work, and exchanges to support continuous engine assembly operations.
• Oversee a network of local and overseas vendors to ensure part availability, cost efficiency, and reliable turnaround times.
• Maintain strong supplier relationships and ensure adherence to industry quality standards and company specifications.
• Lead supplier performance reviews to achieve target metrics in cost, quality, delivery, and service support.
• Conduct price negotiations with vendors to achieve cost savings and deliver value to customers.
• Identify, plan, and execute cost‑reduction initiatives, coordinating with stakeholders and tracking progress to ensure timely completion.
• Review and enhance procurement processes and procedures to ensure regulatory compliance and operational efficiency.
• Reconcile invoice discrepancies to maintain accurate financial records.
• Review open purchase orders and take necessary follow‑up actions to ensure closure or resolution.
• Analyze parts usage trends and implement action plans to maintain optimal stock levels.
• Collaborate with a dynamic team of buyers to achieve inventory and business performance KPIs.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives.
• Perform additional duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications

• Degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain, Operations, Engineering or any other related field.
• At least 5 years of relevant material procurement experience in a fast‑paced environment.
• Experience in using lean manufacturing, Six Sigma or Kaizen tools.
• Effective communications and organizational skills to work in a cross‑functional environment to drive supplier performance reviews and improvements.
• Strong analytical skills that drive creative problem‑solving, proposal preparation and negotiation.
• A team player with high standards of performance to achieve company goals.
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office applications e.g. Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Power BI.

What We Offer

• Career and skills development opportunities.
• Employee scholarship program for further education.
• Comprehensive health, medical and dental benefits.
• On‑the‑job training and in‑house/external certifications.
• Competitive renumeration package.
• Allowance and overtime benefits where appliable.
• Company transport provided. (Varies from Site to Site)

RTX adheres to the principles of equal employment. All qualified applications will be given careful consideration without regard to ethnicity, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation or identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.