Strategic Manufacturing Procurement Lead

Recruit Express Pte Ltd; Singapore; On-site; SGD 50,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Recruit Express Pte Ltd is seeking a procurement professional in Singapore to manage quotations, requisitions, and POs for materials and equipment. The role emphasizes inventory control, supplier performance tracking, and cost-saving initiatives within a manufacturing context.

The ideal candidate will have a Diploma or Degree in a related field and proven experience in vendor management, supplier partnerships, and procurement of raw materials.

Qualifications

• Minimum Diploma or Degree in Supply Chain Management, Procurement, Business, or a related discipline.
• Experience in vendor management and building strong supplier partnerships.
• Manufacturing and raw-material procurement experience strongly preferred.
• Strong analytical, communication, and coordination skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage quotations, purchase requisitions, and purchase orders for materials, supplies, and equipment.
• Monitor inventory and coordinate timely replenishment to prevent stockouts.
• Maintain accurate purchasing records, supplier performance data, and PO status, including aging and overdue orders.
• Build and maintain strong supplier relationships, negotiate favourable terms, and support cost-saving initiatives.
• Drive sourcing and supply-risk projects, including supplier localisation, direct sourcing, and business continuity planning.
• Analyse purchasing and inventory data to support demand planning, reporting, and process improvements.
• Balance inventory levels, service requirements, and working capital while addressing excess, slow-moving, and critical materials.
• Coordinate urgent shipments, track and expedite deliveries, and resolve logistics, receiving, and PO issues.
• Work with Quality and other teams to ensure materials meet specifications and comply with internal controls and regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with Production, Finance, Engineering, and Quality on material planning, new product development, and other business initiatives.

Skills

Vendor management

Supplier partnerships

Analytical skills

Coordination skills

Procurement

Inventory management

Education

Diploma or Degree in Supply Chain Management

Job description

Recruit Express Pte Ltd is seeking a procurement professional in Singapore to manage quotations, requisitions, and POs for materials and equipment. The role emphasizes inventory control, supplier performance tracking, and cost-saving initiatives within a manufacturing context.

The ideal candidate will have a Diploma or Degree in a related field and proven experience in vendor management, supplier partnerships, and procurement of raw materials.