Sourcing Executive (Procurement & Supply Chain)

Manpower Staffing Services (Singapore) Pte Ltd; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Manpower Staffing Services (Singapore) Pte Ltd is seeking an experienced procurement professional to identify, evaluate, and develop qualified suppliers for cost-effective sourcing of materials and services. You will manage RFQ/RFP processes, perform cost analyses, and support vendor selection.

The role requires 3–5 years in sourcing within manufacturing, strong Excel and ERP/MRP skills, and experience with overseas suppliers, especially in China and Malaysia.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in sourcing, procurement, purchasing, or cost estimation within a manufacturing environment.
• Experience sourcing precision machining or sheet metal fabrication components.
• Understanding BOM costing, product cost structure, and cost drivers.
• RFQ/RFP processes, supplier evaluation, vendor development, and contract negotiations.
• Strong Excel and ERP/MRP skills for procurement planning and cost reporting.
• Experience working with overseas suppliers, especially China (Suzhou) and Malaysia.

Responsibilities

• Identify, evaluate, and develop qualified suppliers and vendors to ensure cost-effective and reliable sourcing of materials and services
• Manage the sourcing process, including RFQ/RFP preparation, quotation analysis, supplier comparison, and vendor selection
• Prepare detailed cost estimations, BOM costing, and product cost analyses to support business decisions and customer quotations
• Negotiate pricing, commercial terms, delivery schedules, and payment conditions to achieve optimal procurement outcomes
• Monitor market trends, material pricing, and supplier performance to identify cost reduction and value improvement opportunities
• Establish and maintain strong relationships with local and overseas suppliers, ensuring consistent quality, delivery, and service standards
• Collaborate closely with Engineering, Production, Planning, Sales, and Quality teams to support project requirements and supply chain objectives
• Support procurement planning, inventory optimization, budgeting activities, and continuous improvement initiatives
• Maintain accurate sourcing records, supplier databases, and procurement documentation in accordance with company policies and procedures
• Ensure compliance with procurement policies, contractual requirements, and relevant industry standards

Skills

Cost analysis

Vendor management

Negotiation

Supplier relation

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Diploma or Degree in Supply Chain Management, Procurement, Business Administration, Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Excel

ERP/MRP systems

Job description

About the role

This role involves identifying, evaluating, and developing qualified suppliers and vendors to ensure cost-effective and reliable sourcing of materials and services. You will manage the sourcing process, including RFQ/RFP preparation, quotation analysis, supplier comparison, and vendor selection, while preparing detailed cost estimations, BOM costing, and product cost analyses to support business decisions and customer quotations.

Key responsibilities

• Identify, evaluate, and develop qualified suppliers and vendors to ensure cost-effective and reliable sourcing of materials and services

• Manage the sourcing process, including RFQ/RFP preparation, quotation analysis, supplier comparison, and vendor selection

• Prepare detailed cost estimations, BOM costing, and product cost analyses to support business decisions and customer quotations

• Negotiate pricing, commercial terms, delivery schedules, and payment conditions to achieve optimal procurement outcomes

• Monitor market trends, material pricing, and supplier performance to identify cost reduction and value improvement opportunities

• Establish and maintain strong relationships with local and overseas suppliers, ensuring consistent quality, delivery, and service standards

• Collaborate closely with Engineering, Production, Planning, Sales, and Quality teams to support project requirements and supply chain objectives

• Support procurement planning, inventory optimization, budgeting activities, and continuous improvement initiatives

• Maintain accurate sourcing records, supplier databases, and procurement documentation in accordance with company policies and procedures

• Ensure compliance with procurement policies, contractual requirements, and relevant industry standards

About you

• Diploma or Degree in Supply Chain Management, Procurement, Business Administration, Engineering, or a related discipline

• 3-5 years of experience in sourcing, procurement, purchasing, or cost estimation within a manufacturing environment

• Proven experience sourcing precision machining, sheet metal fabrication, or related engineering components

• Understanding of BOM (Bill of Materials) costing, product cost structure analysis, and manufacturing cost drivers

• Hands-on experience managing RFQ/RFP processes, supplier evaluation, vendor development, and contract negotiations

• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and ERP/MRP systems for procurement planning, cost analysis, and reporting

• Ability to work closely with overseas suppliers and regional stakeholders, particularly in China (Suzhou) and Malaysia