Contract Buyer / Procurement Specialist (East | Manufacturing |$6000) #HJO

Job Responsibilities Manage end-to-end purchasing activities, including sourcing, quotation evaluation, purchase requisitions and purchase order processing.

Procure direct materials and regulated indirect materials from local and overseas suppliers to support manufacturing operations.

Monitor open, ageing and overdue purchase orders to ensure timely material availability and delivery.

Build and maintain strong supplier relationships, negotiate commercial terms and drive cost-saving opportunities.

Manage supplier performance and resolve supply, delivery and quality-related issues.

Support sourcing, localisation and business continuity initiatives to minimise supply risks.

Analyse purchasing data, supplier performance and inventory trends to identify improvement opportunities.

Utilise MRP, Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI), supplier collaboration and demand planning tools to optimise material replenishment.

Monitor inventory levels and balance material availability, service levels, working capital and procurement costs.

Identify and address material shortages, excess inventory and slow-moving stock.

Ensure procurement activities comply with internal controls, quality standards, SOX and regulatory requirements.

Support material transfers, regional procurement activities and continuous process improvements.

Requirements Diploma or Degree in Supply Chain Management, Procurement, Logistics, Business or related discipline.

Proven experience in supplier management, vendor negotiations and building strong supplier partnerships.

Experience managing purchase orders, material replenishment, delivery schedules and supplier performance.

Good understanding of MRP, inventory management, demand planning and supply assurance.

Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret purchasing data, inventory trends and supplier performance.

Knowledge of manufacturing quality standards, internal controls and regulatory requirements will be advantageous.

Interested candidates are invited to email your resume to: jen.ooi@recruitexpress.com.sg Jenalyn Ooi Huai Sian (R1765551) Recruit Express Pte Ltd Company Reg. No. 199601303W EA Licence No. 99C4599