Sourcing Specialist II

ThermoFisher Scientific; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading scientific solutions company in Singapore seeks a Procurement/Sourcing Specialist II to enhance supplier relationships and ensure material availability. Your responsibilities will include negotiating supplier contracts, developing sourcing strategies, and collaborating with various teams to optimize the supply chain. The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor's Degree with procurement experience, strong analytical skills, and proficiency in ERP systems. This role offers professional growth opportunities in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree plus 2 years of procurement/sourcing experience preferred.
• Strong analytical and negotiation skills are essential.
• Experience with strategic sourcing and supplier performance metrics.

Responsibilities

• Managing supplier portfolios and executing sourcing strategies.
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams to optimize supply chain.
• Negotiating contracts and implementing cost-saving initiatives.

Skills

Analytical skills

Negotiation skills

Supplier relationship management

Project management

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain Management or related field

Advanced Degree

Advanced supply chain certifications (APICS, CPIM, CSCP)

Tools

ERP systems (SAP, Oracle)

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Work Schedule

Standard (Mon-Fri)

Environmental Conditions

Office

Job Description

DESCRIPTION:

Join our collaborative procurement team and make a meaningful impact on providing scientific solutions. As a Procurement/Sourcing Specialist II, you'll create value across our supplier network while ensuring uninterrupted supply of critical materials and services. Working with cross-functional teams, you'll negotiate contracts, implement cost-saving initiatives, and build strategic supplier relationships that support our mission of enabling customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer.

Your role will involve managing supplier portfolios, executing sourcing strategies, analyzing market intelligence, and ensuring on-time delivery of materials to meet production demands. You'll collaborate with stakeholders across manufacturing, engineering, quality, and planning teams to optimize our supply chain and support continuous improvement. This position offers excellent opportunities for professional growth while contributing to scientific advances.

REQUIREMENTS

• Advanced Degree with no prior experience, OR Bachelor's Degree plus 2 years of procurement/sourcing experience in manufacturing or regulated industry environments
• Preferred Fields of Study: Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Engineering, or related field
• Advanced supply chain certifications (APICS, CPIM, CSCP) preferred
• Strong analytical and negotiation skills with proven ability to achieve cost savings
• Advanced proficiency in ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, etc.) and Microsoft Office Suite
• Excellence in supplier relationship management and contract negotiations
• Experience with strategic sourcing, RFx processes, and supplier performance metrics
• Strong project management capabilities and ability to guide cross-functional initiatives
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively in a matrix organization
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Advanced English language proficiency required; additional languages beneficial
• Ability to analyze market trends and develop risk mitigation strategies
• Experience with continuous improvement methodologies (Lean, Six Sigma)
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities
• Knowledge of regulatory requirements (GMP, ISO) preferred
• Available for occasional domestic/international travel (10-25%)

Thermo Fisher Scientific is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.