Sourcing & Product Development Lead

FairPrice Group; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

FairPrice Group in Singapore is seeking an Assistant Manager (Sourcing & Product Development) to lead the end-to-end lifecycle of new products, from supplier sourcing and sampling to final production and launch.

You will define detailed product specifications with internal teams, run sourcing tenders, negotiate contracts, and manage supplier relationships while coordinating with Brand, Food Safety, Inventory, Marketing and Operations to ensure timely, compliant product introductions.

Qualifications

• Degree in any discipline.
• Experience in the FMCG industry is advantageous.
• Team player and ability to work collaboratively and build relationships.
• Resourceful, problem solver and result oriented.
• Ability to run sourcing tender and create clean sheets.
• Good understanding of supply chain dynamics, product specs, quality control, seasonality, cost drivers and volume fluctuations.
• Strong business acumen and data analytic skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all stages of product development, from sourcing and sampling to final production, shipping, and launch.
• Define and translate commercial requirements into detailed product specifications (quality, packaging, attributes).
• Proactively identify potential new suppliers through various channels.
• Prepare and execute sourcing tenders, analyze results, and develop negotiation strategies.
• Negotiate and establish contracts with suppliers focusing on volume, price, quality and logistics.
• Engage in regular negotiations and reviews to foster supplier relationships and continuous improvement.
• Liaise with Brand, Business Development, Food Safety, Inventory, Marketing and Operations to ensure alignment and launches.
• Monitor inventory levels and align forecasts with trade plans.
• Manage promotion planning and ensure product penetration.

Skills

Sourcing

Negotiation

Product development

Tender management

Supplier management

Contract negotiation

Cross-functional collaboration

Inventory planning

Forecasting

Data analytics

Quality compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

FairPrice Group in Singapore is seeking an Assistant Manager (Sourcing & Product Development) to lead the end-to-end lifecycle of new products, from supplier sourcing and sampling to final production and launch.

You will define detailed product specifications with internal teams, run sourcing tenders, negotiate contracts, and manage supplier relationships while coordinating with Brand, Food Safety, Inventory, Marketing and Operations to ensure timely, compliant product introductions.