Supply Chain Purchasing Engineer

SYSTEMS ON SILICON MANUFACTURING COMPANY PTE LTD; Singapore; On-site; SGD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading semiconductor firm in Singapore is seeking an Engineer for its Materials and Sourcing, Supply Chain Department. Responsibilities include managing supplier relationships, executing cost-reduction strategies, and ensuring on-time material supply for operations. Ideal candidates should have a degree in Engineering or Science, with some purchasing experience. Familiarity with SAP and strong analytical skills are essential. This role offers an opportunity to contribute to a dynamic and innovative team in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

Equal employment opportunities

Training and development programs

Qualifications

• Degree in Engineering or Science.
• 1-2 years of purchasing experience preferred; fresh graduates are welcome to apply.
• 5 years experience in a frontend semiconductor plant preferred for Senior Position.

Responsibilities

• Manage and negotiate with suppliers for Direct and Indirect Materials.
• Execute strategies to achieve Department KPIs.
• Perform purchasing functions ensuring compliance.

Skills

Negotiation

Supplier Management

Inventory Management

Analytical Skills

SAP System

Excel Proficiency

Project Management

Education

Degree in Engineering / Science

Tools

SAP

MS Excel

Job description

SSMC (Systems on Silicon Manufacturing Company Pte. Ltd.) is a Joint Venture between NXP and TSMC. We offer flexible and cost-effective semiconductor fabrication solutions by maintaining fully equipped SMIF cleanroom environment, 100% equipment automation and proven wafer-manufacturing processes.

We’re looking for innovative, passionate, and talented people like you to join our team.

We’re searching for an Engineer to be part of our Materials and Sourcing, Supply Chain Department diverse team of talent.

What you will be working on:

• To manage, negotiate and measure performance of Direct Material (DM) & Indirect Material (IDM) suppliers
• To execute the strategy to achieve the Department KPIs in the following areas
• DM & IDM % cost reduction
• § Inventory Management
• To perform purchasing function to ensure compliance to SOP & Internal Control Compliance (SOX)
• To identify and drive new projects relating to green procurement & continuous improvement
• To co-work and collaborate with Parent companies on common interest
• To work cross-functionally with fab users on projects to meet company goals

DM & IDM

• Responsible for direct material (production & test wafer) and indirect material (reticle) purchases
• Develop purchasing and sourcing strategies for DM & IDM for continuous cost reduction, supply assurance & business continuity plans
• Responsible for presenting and recommend to Management on any matters related to the commodity
• Identify suppliers that meet SSMC’s needs and form cross function team with end users to jointly select & develop suppliers
• Review and manage the supplier base to ensure consistency with the sourcing strategy developed
• Perform regular performance review with supplier to drive continuous improvement from suppliers
• Prepare and lead negotiation contractual agreement with suppliers
• Administer ongoing supplier management program (SRS)
• Responsible for implementation of contract and guidelines for users on how to deploy contract
• Identify and initiate program for continuous improvement for cost reduction & supply continuity
• Develop and manage inventory to meet company business objectives
• Ensure on-time material supply for wafer starts
• Ensure zero supply chain interruptions on all materials to the fab
• Review SOPs and update on annual basis
• Review and approve of Purchase Requisitions and Purchase Orders

Project

• Managing on-going long-term contracts with suppliers
• To provide guidelines for users to deploy contract
• To drive improvement projects (Cost, Productivity and Quality)
• To handle audits (Internal and external) to ensure compliance

More about you:

• Degree in Engineering / Science
• Preferably 1-2 years purchasing experience, fresh graduates welcome to apply
• Preferably 5 years purchasing experience in a frontend semiconductor plant for Senior Position
• Fab Operations experience is a bonus
• Possess Integrity and takes initiative
• Proficiency in MS ExcelHighly flexible and adaptive to fast past environment
• Strong understanding of SAP system
• Conversant in both English and Mandarin
• Knowledge of Semiconductor Processes
• Able to analyze financial reports
• Ability to manage tight project schedules
• Analytical and possess strong understanding of global market knowledge

SSMC is firmly committed to upholding equal employment opportunities for all individuals. We strictly adhere to the Tripartite Guidelines on Fair Employment Practices (TGFEP), the Singapore Food Safety and Security Act 2025 (FSSA 2025), and the Singapore Code of Advertising Practice. All qualified applicants will receive non-discriminatory consideration for employment on the basis of merit and regardless of age, race, gender, religion, marital status and family responsibilities, or disability, or any other attributes as protected by the relevant laws.