Sourcing Specialist (Procurement & Manufacturing)

Recruit Now Singapore Pte Ltd; Singapore; On-site; SGD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking a detail-oriented Procurement / Sourcing Specialist in Singapore. The successful candidate will manage sourcing strategies, negotiate with vendors, and ensure compliance with procurement activities. Required qualifications include a diploma in supply chain management or a related field, along with 3+ years of relevant experience. Strong negotiation, analytical skills, and proficiency in Excel and ERP systems are essential for optimizing supplier performance and driving process improvements.

Benefits

AWS + VB

Flexi benefit

Company bus provided islandwide

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in sourcing, procurement, or supply chain management.
• Strong negotiation and contract management skills.
• Ability to work in manufacturing and fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage sourcing strategies, vendor negotiations, and procurement activities.
• Negotiate pricing, contracts, lead time and payment terms.
• Ensure procurement compliance with company policies and relevant regulations.

Skills

Negotiation

Vendor management

Analytical skills

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

Diploma in supply chain management, Business Administration or related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

ERP systems (e.g., SAP)

Job description

• US MNC - Manufacturing
• Location: Pioneer (Company bus provided islandwide)
• Mon-Fri, 7.30am-5pm
• AWS + VB
• Flexi benefit

Description Summary

We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Procurement / Sourcing Specialist to manage sourcing strategies, vendor negotiations, and procurement activities. The ideal candidate will be responsible for securing high-quality materials and services at competitive prices, optimizing supplier performance, and supporting overall supply chain efficiency and driving continuous improvement.

Sourcing & Vendor Management

• Identify, evaluate, and onboard new suppliers to ensure quality, cost-effectiveness, and reliability.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with vendors to secure favorable terms and ensure supply continuity.
• Conduct supplier performance evaluations and risk assessments.

Procurement Operations

• Manage end-to-end procurement activities, from request for quotation (RFQ) to purchase order issuance.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to define procurement needs and timelines.
• Ensure timely delivery of goods/services and resolve any supply or quality issues.

Cost Management & Negotiation

• Negotiate pricing, contracts, lead time and payment terms to achieve cost savings and minimize risk.

Compliance & Process Improvement

• Ensure all procurement activities comply with company policies and relevant regulations.
• Maintain accurate records of sourcing activities and generate procurement reports for management.
• Support audit processes and documentation requirements.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and process standardization across the procurement function.

Education & Experience

• Diploma in supply chain management, Business Administration, Supply Chain or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience in sourcing, procurement, or supply chain management.
• Strong negotiation and contract management skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint and ERP systems (e.g., SAP).
• Ability to work in manufacturing and fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.