Senior Sourcing Manager - NPI

resmed asia pte. ltd.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

ResMed is seeking a Sourcing Manager for an 18-month fixed-term contract in Singapore. The role partners with Product Development and cross-functional teams to shape sourcing strategies, identify new suppliers, and optimize supplier networks to meet project timelines and production needs.

You will lead supplier selection, manage commercial contracts, and drive continuous improvement using data analytics and best practices across global regions.

Qualifications

• Clear and concise communications, verbal and written, including presentations.
• Strong business acumen with cost management expertise.
• Excellent project management, execution planning and reporting.
• Ability to analyze data and build models for business solutions.
• Proven ability to build strategic partner relationships.
• Extensive knowledge of global procurement practices and regulations.
• Strong negotiation and supplier management to maintain competitive advantage.
• Basic knowledge of technical elements to identify resources for optimal outcomes.
• Outstanding problem-solving and adaptability in diverse settings.
• Experience coordinating supply chain across global regions.

Responsibilities

• Represent the Global Supplier Alliance (GSA) in project XFTs.
• Develop and implement sourcing strategies with stakeholders to meet timelines and budgets.
• Collaborate with Product Development, Marketing, and GSA to align technologies with supplier capabilities.
• Balance project needs with existing GSA and commercial strategies.
• Lead supplier selection and contract alignment with ResMed processes.
• Ensure contracts and agreements cover components, software and outsourced systems.
• Drive best practices and change management in commercial resources.
• Utilize data analytics to identify optimization opportunities in sourcing operations.

Skills

Clear communication

Cost management

Project management

Data analytics

Stakeholder management

Negotiation

Global procurement

Sourcing strategy

Supply chain

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor's/Master in Engineering/Science/Business

Tools

Oracle

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Power BI

Tableau

Jira

Confluence

Contract Management

RFP software

MS Project

Job description

This is a fixed term contract opportunity for a duration of 18 months.

The Sourcing Manager collaborates closely with Product Development, cross-functional teams (XFTs) and within Supplier Alliance teams to define and implement the Sourcing Strategy for projects. This includes identifying new suppliers, managing existing partnerships, and facilitating effective communication between ResMed and suppliers. Key to success in this role is the ability to develop, collaborate and implement optimal supply chain solutions tailored to meet the specific requirements and production volume scalability of both released Products and Products within development.

Let’s talk about Responsibilities

• Represent the Global Supplier Alliance (GSA) function as part of the project XFT for projectswithin the allocated portfolio.

• Develop and implement supply chain design and sourcing strategies for assigned projects incollaboration with business stakeholders, particularly cross-functional teams (XFT) and GSAfunction to meet project timeline, budgets and COGS.

• Work closely with Product Development, Marketing, and GSA teams to identify key technologiesdriving innovation, quality, and cost efficiency, and ensure that the supplier base can effectivelyintegrate these technologies through collaborative strategies.

• Ensure that sourcing strategies take into consideration the balance between specific projectneeds, the current GSA strategies, related commercial strategies and prevailing businessconditions.

• Lead the supplier selection process in support of the sourcing strategy and facilitate the businessprocesses in conjunction with ResMed Quality Management System.

• Ensure appropriate commercial contracts and agreements in place and that any components, software and outsourced systems are correctly established and aligned to ResMed businessprocesses.

• Driving the adoption of best practices and implementing change management strategies to align commercial resources with the evolving demands of the business.

• Drive continuous process improvement within sourcing operations by leveraging data analytics to identify opportunities for optimization and efficiency enhancement.

Let’s talk about Qualifications and Experience

Required:

• Excellent at delivering clear and concise communications, whether verbally, in writing, or throughpresentations, especially when discussing updates and challenges.

• Strong business acumen with cost management expertise.

• Excellent in project management, execution planning and reporting.

• Ability to analyze and understand data, aiding in the creation of models that provide solutions forthe business.

• Demonstrated ability to build strategic partner relationships.

• Extensive expertise and practical knowledge in global procurement practices and legalregulations.

• Strong negotiation skills and supply base management are required to ensure ResMedmaintains competitive advantage in evolving commercial markets.

• Requires basic knowledge of technical elements to identify the resources needed for optimalsupplier and project outcomes.

• Outstanding problem-solving abilities and adaptable to diverse environments and situations.

• Coordination of supply chain requirements across global regions.

• Strong in stakeholder Management Skills

• Position requires an in-depth understanding of the ResMed Quality Management system andproduct development cycle.

• Ability to manage multiple projects concurrently within a fast-paced and agile work setting,requiring resilience and adeptness in handling pressure.

Preferred Software knowledge:

Oracle, Microsoft Excel/Word/PowerPoint/Outlook/IE/Project, Tableau, Power BI, Jira/ Confluence, Contract Management, RFP software.

Preferred:

• Degree or Master qualification in Engineering, Science or Business discipline with at least 7 years of
  experience.Alternatively, candidates with extensive directly applicable experience will beconsidered.

• Strong commercial background with Manufacturing / Engineering / Supply environment.

• Experience in global or regional sourcing, or a similar commercial function is an addedadvantage.

• Experience in medical device industry related to project portfolio.