Strategic Category Manager: Sourcing & Supplier Excellence

NTS COMPONENTS SINGAPORE PTE LTD; Singapore; On-site; SGD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company in Singapore is looking for a Procurement Specialist to develop long-term category strategies, conduct market analysis, and lead procurement initiatives. The ideal candidate must hold a Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain Management or Engineering and have a minimum of 5 years of experience in strategic procurement. Strong negotiation, communication, and supplier development skills are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of strategic procurement experience in mechatronics & electrical components.
• Proven collaboration with engineering, quality, and manufacturing teams.
• Ability to read engineering drawings and identify constraints.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute long-term category strategies for cost efficiency.
• Conduct market analysis to identify sourcing opportunities.
• Lead cross-functional teams to execute sourcing initiatives.

Skills

Supplier development

Cost optimization

Contract negotiation

Risk management

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain Management or Engineering

Job description

A leading manufacturing company in Singapore is looking for a Procurement Specialist to develop long-term category strategies, conduct market analysis, and lead procurement initiatives. The ideal candidate must hold a Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain Management or Engineering and have a minimum of 5 years of experience in strategic procurement. Strong negotiation, communication, and supplier development skills are essential for success in this role.