Strategic Sourcing & Supplier Development Manager

SUMITOMO RUBBER SINGAPORE PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job description

Role Summary

The role is responsible for strengthening the Group's supplier network, driving the development of new markets and suppliers, and enhancing collaboration between the Group's overseas plants. This position plays a key role in ensuring supply chain resilience, cost competitiveness, and alignment with the Group's strategic expansion goals.

Responsibilities

• Identify, evaluate, and onboard reliable suppliers across Asia to meet business needs and ensure supply chain robustness
• Build and maintain strong relationships with existing suppliers to secure quality, cost efficiency, and timely delivery
• Conduct supplier performance reviews and implement targeted improvement initiatives to enhance supplier reliability
• Conduct market research to identify new sourcing opportunities and emerging supplier markets for strategic expansion
• Develop and qualify new suppliers to diversify the supply base and reduce supply risks
• Collaborate with procurement and quality teams to support supplier development programs and improve supplier capabilities
• Coordinate sourcing strategies across the Group's overseas plants to ensure alignment and operational synergy
• Facilitate information sharing, best practices, and supplier performance insights across multiple locations to drive continuous improvement
• Support standardization of processes and supplier management practices within the Group to enhance efficiency
• Support cost optimization, risk mitigation, and supply continuity initiatives to strengthen supply chain resilience
• Participate in regional sourcing strategies and long-term supplier development plans to align with business growth objectives
• Monitor industry trends, regulatory changes, and supply chain risks to proactively address potential disruptions

Preferred competencies and qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or related field
• Minimum 5 years of relevant professional experience within the rubber industry
• Proficiency in Business Japanese, especially for reporting and presenting to the Holding Company in Japan
• Strong knowledge of Asian supplier markets and sourcing practices
• Proven stakeholder management and cross-cultural communication skills
• Strong analytical and negotiation skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects and stakeholders simultaneously
• Willingness to travel within Asia and Africa