Responsible for sourcing and procuring electronics and other assigned commodities while ensuring optimal cost, product quality and supplier performance. Drive procurement strategies to support project delivery, EMS production ramp-up, cost optimisation, risk management and effective collaboration between European and Asian teams.
- Assist in supplier identification, evaluation, selection and strategic partnership development.
- Monitor and enhance supplier performance across quality, delivery, cost efficiency and responsiveness.
- Support supplier relationship management and business reviews (BRM) to strengthen collaboration and drive continuous improvement.
- Conduct quarterly supplier pricing assessments to ensure market competitiveness and cost effectiveness.
- Identify and implement cost-saving initiatives and procurement optimisation strategies.
- Support ongoing production transfers, manufacturing ramp-up and product life cycle management (LCM) activities.
NPI
- Manage procurement-related activities for product transfers and new product introduction projects.
- Identify and evaluate potential suppliers, support supplier development, negotiate commercial terms and coordinate procurement deliverables.
- Ensure timely sourcing and material availability to support project milestones and successful production ramp-up.
Cross-Functional Coordination
- Collaborate with Procurement, R&D, Quality, Operations, EMS partners and suppliers to align procurement activities with project and business requirements.
- Facilitate cross-functional problem-solving, timely decision-making and transparent communication between European and Asian stakeholders.
Supplier Quality Support
- Work closely with Quality Engineering to address supplier quality issues and support supplier audits, corrective actions and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Assist in implementing measures to enhance supplier quality standards and prevent recurring quality issues.
Non-Conforming Material Management
- Coordinate with internal stakeholders and external suppliers to manage the disposition and disposal of non-conforming or potentially defective materials.
- Support Material Review Board (MRB) processes, ensuring appropriate assessment, documentation and resolution of material quality issues in accordance with established procedures.
Requirement
- Diploma or Degree in Electronics Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
- At least 5 years of relevant experience in engineering, procurement, strategic sourcing, and supplier management.
- Minimum 3–5 years of experience in the electronics manufacturing industry, with a good understanding of electronic components and manufacturing processes.
- Proven experience in supplier evaluation, selection, price negotiation, and commercial terms management.
- Demonstrated ability to drive cost reduction initiatives while maintaining product quality and supply chain reliability.