Supply Chain Manager / Semiconductor - NPD

STAFFKING PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global manufacturer in Singapore is seeking a senior Strategic Sourcing & NPD Program Manager to drive supply chain execution for complex new product development programs. The role involves strategic management of suppliers and external partners to ensure successful industrialization of new products. The suitable candidate should have over 8 years of experience in manufacturing functions, a strong PMP certification, and expertise in leading cross-functional projects from conception to launch.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience across manufacturing-related functions.
• 5+ years managing NPD or R&D programs within a PMO.
• Proven track record leading cross-functional projects.

Responsibilities

• Define and execute supply chain strategies for new product development.
• Act as primary interface with external manufacturing partners.
• Lead supply chain activities across NPI phases.

Skills

Project management

Cross-functional leadership

Stakeholder management

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Business, or related discipline

PMP certification

Tools

Jira

Monday.com

Salesforce

Job description

About the Role

A global high-technology manufacturing organization is looking for a senior Strategic Sourcing & NPD Program Manager to lead supply chain execution for complex new product development programs.

This role sits at the intersection of engineering, manufacturing, sourcing, and project management, and plays a critical role in ensuring new products are successfully industrialized through external manufacturing partners.

You will oversee end-to-end supply chain readiness, from early design engagement through product launch and production ramp-up, while driving structured project governance across multiple concurrent programs.

Key Responsibilities

NPD & Supply Chain Strategy

• Define and execute supply chain strategies supporting new product development and industrialization
• Develop mid- to long-term execution roadmaps aligned with program milestones and business objectives
• Ensure supplier and manufacturing readiness throughout the product lifecycle

Supplier & Contract Manufacturing Management

• Act as the primary interface with external manufacturing partners and strategic suppliers
• Align suppliers on technical requirements, capacity planning, prototyping schedules, and delivery commitments
• Drive issue resolution related to manufacturability, yield, quality, and production constraints

Design & Manufacturing Alignment

• Partner closely with engineering teams to support Design for Manufacturability (DFM) initiatives
• Identify manufacturing risks early and influence design decisions to enable scalable and cost-effective production
• Support smooth transition from prototype builds to volume production

New Product Introduction (NPI) Execution

• Lead supply chain activities across NPI phases, including risk assessments, mitigation planning, and ramp-up readiness
• Ensure seamless integration of new products into the global supply chain network

Risk, Quality & Performance Management

• Proactively identify supply chain risks and implement mitigation strategies to protect timelines, cost, and qualityEnsure suppliers meet defined quality standards across incoming, in-process, and outgoing inspections
Establish KPIs and provide structured progress updates to senior management

Program & Governance Leadership

• Drive project management discipline across supply chain programs using Agile, Waterfall, or hybrid methodologies
• Maintain full visibility of program status, resources, risks, and interdependencies
• ote standardized governance, change management, and continuous improvement practices within the global supply chain organization

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Business, or related discipline
• PMP certification is mandatory
• 8+ years of experience across manufacturing-related functions (operations, quality, sourcing, planning, or engineering)
• 5+ years of experience managing NPD or R&D programs within a PMO or structured project environment
• Strong hands-on experience working with external / contract manufacturers
• Proven track record leading cross-functional, technically complex projects from concept through launch
• Experience within semiconductor capital equipment, precision machinery, or advanced industrial systems is highly preferred
• Proficient with modern project management and collaboration tools (e.g. Jira, Monday.com, Salesforce, or similar)
• Strong stakeholder management, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Willingness to travel within Asia as required