Sourcing Manager (Power Electronics)

Eaton; Singapore; On-site; SGD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A global technology company in Singapore is seeking a Sourcing Manager to oversee the procurement process for powertrain systems. The ideal candidate will be responsible for developing sourcing strategies, negotiating contracts, and managing supplier performance to optimize supply chain efficiency. A Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or a related field is required, along with 5-10 years of experience in sourcing electrical products. This role offers opportunities for significant cost reduction and process improvement.

Qualifications

• 5-10 years of sourcing or procurement experience with electrical products.
• Proven ability to develop and implement strategic sourcing plans.
• Understanding of electrical and mechanical systems used in power distribution.

Responsibilities

• Lead sourcing initiatives to lower material costs and improve supplier performance.
• Execute sourcing cost reduction projects aligning with regional strategy.
• Conduct market research and benchmarking for competitive sourcing.
• Ensure sourcing activities comply with Eaton policies and industry standards.
• Monitor supplier adherence to ethical sourcing policies.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Supplier management

Market research

Strategic sourcing

Risk management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or related field

Job description

This role is a newly created position to source for powertrain (data center) for the region.

Job Summary

Sourcing Manager is responsible for managing the end-to-end sourcing process to ensure timely, cost-effective, and high-quality procurement of goods and services from external suppliers. The role involves developing sourcing strategies, identifying and evaluating suppliers, negotiating contracts, and optimizing supply chain efficiency while mitigating risks.

Job Responsibilities

1. Lead Sourcing initiatives driving results measured by lower material costs, responsive supplier performance, process and service improvements, and resultant productivity throughout the supply chain.
2. Lead, facilitate and execute Sourcing cost reduction projects aligning with regional strategy including category management for Data Center Capex.
3. Accountability for project scope and successful execution within technical, schedule, cost, and quality commitments.
4. Performs schedule, quality, cost, and critical activities tracking against the plan.
5. Identify, evaluate, and onboard suppliers for electrical components, power train systems, and distribution infrastructure.
6. Manages within the established performance, schedule, and budget constraints.
7. Conduct market research and benchmarking to ensure competitive sourcing.
8. Serve as a strategic bridge between tactical plant-level sourcing and corporate Commodity Management, ensuring alignment and execution of sourcing strategies.
9. Ensure sourcing activities comply with Eaton policies, regulatory requirements, and industry standards.
10. Monitor supplier adherence to ethical sourcing, anti-bribery, and anti-corruption policies.
11. Maintain compliance with sourcing policy and contribute to regulatory reviews and audits readiness.
12. Completes other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or a related technical field is often a minimum requirement.

5-10 years of sourcing or procurement experience with electrical products.

Proven ability to develop and implement strategic sourcing plans, including category management for data center. Have good understanding of electrical and mechanical systems used in power distribution.