Supply Chain Manager / Assistant Manager

Wah Son Engineering Pte Ltd; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialized tooling manufacturer in Singapore seeks a Supply Chain Manager to lead end-to-end supply chain operations. You'll manage supplier relationships, drive continuous improvement, and collaborate closely with various teams. Ideal candidates have a degree in Mechanical, Precision, or Aerospace Engineering and at least 3 years of supply chain experience. The role offers a dynamic work environment with various benefits including time off and family support.

Benefits

Time Off to Recharge

Family Support

Subsidised in-house lunches

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years relevant experience in supply chain management.
• Proven leadership experience with high-performing team development.
• Strong knowledge of supply chain processes and sourcing.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement supply chain and logistics strategies.
• Manage key suppliers and subcontractors for compliance.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives for productivity.

Skills

Supplier negotiation

Inventory management

Leadership

Interpersonal communication

Agility

Education

Degree in Mechanical, Precision, or Aerospace Engineering

Diploma in Mechanical, Precision, or Aerospace Engineering

Tools

ERP systems

Inventory management tools

Job description

About the Role

We are looking for a detail-oriented and agile Supply Chain Manager / Assistant Manager to lead and manage our end-to-end supply chain and logistics operations in a high-mix, low-volume manufacturing environment. This role requires strong agility, precision, and strategic oversight to support fast-changing production needs while maintaining cost efficiency and operational excellence. The ideal candidate will be responsible for supplier management, procurement, inventory control, and driving continuous improvement across dynamic and complex supply chain processes.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement supply chain and logistics strategies to support overall business goals.

• Align supply chain activities with operational, financial, and production requirements.

• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance productivity and cost-effectiveness.

• Manage key suppliers and subcontractors to ensure KPIs achieved for product compliance; on-time delivery and cost competitiveness.

• Review approved vendor lists and lead internal and external audits process.

• Organize and confirm all aspects of procurement, ensuring alignment with project and production schedules.

• Well-versed in Inventory Management to support BOM list and warehousing management.

• Ensure the logistics team maintains accurate inventory data and system updates.

• Lead, supervise, and motivate the supply chain team to deliver high performance and continuous improvement.

• Foster effective cross-functional collaboration with stakeholders including Engineering, Quality, Production, and Finance team.

• Walk the production floor with engineering to understand materials requirement and process integration

Who are we looking for?

Required Qualifications and Experience

• Degree in Mechanical, Precision, or Aerospace Engineering with minimum of 3 years of relevant experience in supply chain management, including vendor management and procurement.

• Diploma in Mechanical, Precision, or Aerospace Engineering with minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in supply chain management, including vendor management and procurement

• Hands-on experience with ERP systems and inventory management tools.

• Strong knowledge of supply chain processes, sourcing, and supplier negotiation.

• Proven leadership experience, with the ability to lead and develop a high-performing team.

• Strong interpersonal and communication abilities, with the capability to collaborate across functions (Engineering, Quality, Production, etc.).

Advantageous to have:

• Ability to read and understand technical drawings.

About the Company

Wah Son Engineering is a specialized manufacturer of high-quality, precision-engineered tooling solutions for the aerospace industry. We design and build custom tools to meet the unique requirements of our clients, operating in a high-mix-low-volume (HMLV) environment that demands flexibility, responsiveness, and technical depth.

In addition to our core manufacturing capabilities, Wah Son Engineering provides Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) services to leading aerospace companies, such as Rolls-Royce, GE Aviation, and Pratt & Whitney.

At Wah Son Engineering, no two days are the same. Every project brings new challenges and learning opportunities. If you thrive in a fast-paced, technically demanding environment and are excited to work on unique, cutting-edge aerospace tooling solutions, we’d love to hear from you.

What we offer

At Wah Son Engineering, we believe that great work starts with a great work environment. Our benefits include:

• Time Off to Recharge – Birthday Leave, Holiday Leave, and Chinese New Year Eve Off.

• Family Support – Family Care Leave when your loved ones need you.

• Stay Energised – Subsidised in-house lunches daily.

Our Culture and Values

We don’t just offer jobs — we build careers. Our company culture is anchored in four core values:

• Continuous Improvement – We invest in learning and innovation

• Ownership – We empower individuals to take accountability and lead.

• Enabling People – We support your success with the right tools and trust.

• Teamwork – We work and win together.

Interested in joining us?

If this role sounds like a fit for your skills and career goals, we’d love to hear from you.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.