Senior / Manager, Procurement - Corp/FT

Senior / Manager, Procurement

Work Location: 249 Jalan Boon Lay, Singapore 619523

Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00am – 5:45pm

Singaporeans only

We are looking for a seasoned and dependable Senior Manager in Procurement to join our dynamic engineering team. This leadership role is ideal for professionals with a solid background in procurement, supplier management, and contract negotiation—particularly within engineering or manufacturing environments. If you are experienced, hands-on, and capable of navigating high-pressure situations while inspiring operational excellence, we’d like to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic Sourcing & Negotiation

  Lead supplier engagements and negotiations to secure competitive pricing, value-add services, and long-term partnership benefits.

• Contract Management

  Establish and manage supplier contracts, including pricing for tenders, while ensuring alignment with legal and commercial frameworks.

• Cross-Functional Collaboration

  Partner with materials planning, engineering, design, and quality teams to support procurement planning, engineering change management, and on-time delivery.

• Supplier Development & Quality

  Oversee vendor performance, including quality, delivery, and responsiveness. Drive supplier improvement initiatives, including handling production and warranty issues.

• Product & Component Support

  Work with design and technical teams on prototyping and sourcing of new or customized components for product development.

• Operational Excellence

  Manage procurement operations, including purchase requisitions/orders (PR/PO), forecast planning, and supply rescheduling.

• Cost & Risk Management

  Conduct supply chain cost analyses, implement cost-effective sourcing strategies, and identify and mitigate supply chain risks.

• Leadership & Guidance

  Provide mentorship and strategic input to project teams. Take ownership in offering solutions and driving performance improvements.

Requirements

• Education & Experience

  • Degree in Engineering or any relevant discipline with at least 5 years of experience in procurement, sourcing, and supplier negotiation

  • Diploma holders with 10+ years of relevant experience will also be considered

• Professional Skills

  • Strong communicator who works well across all levels of the organization

  • Demonstrated ability in contract negotiation and supplier management

  • Knowledge of ERP systems (preferably SAP)

  • Strategic thinker with operational know-how and hands-on approach

  • Interest or experience in the automotive or engineering sectors is an advantage

• Personal Attributes

  • Mature, self-driven, and results-oriented

  • Comfortable working under pressure and willing to take initiative beyond standard responsibilities

  • Team player with leadership qualities and the confidence to influence and make sound decision

This is a critical leadership role offering long-term career growth within a stable and well-established engineering organization. If you are ready to take your procurement career to the next level and make a meaningful impact — apply now !