A. Strategic Procurement & Category Management
• Lead end‑to‑end procurement activities (RFQ/RFP, supplier evaluation, negotiations, award recommendation) for indirect materials, consumables, packaging components, and services.
• Apply Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) and risk‑based sourcing methodologies aligned with Singapore’s procurement governance expectations.
• Develop category strategies, including supplier rationalisation, dual‑sourcing models, contract frameworks, and cost‑reduction initiatives.
• Identify and execute measurable savings programs, benchmarking against regional market indices and global commodity trends.
• Ensure full compliance with company procurement policies, audit requirements, and MAS/regulatory expectations where applicable.
• Material sourcing based on sustainability goals and direction of company
B. Supplier & Vendor Management
• Manage day‑to‑day supplier engagement, performance monitoring, and issue resolution.
• Drive supplier development initiatives, including lead‑time improvements, cost and waste reduction, and quality enhancement.
• Support vendor onboarding including due‑diligence checks, certifications, sustainability requirements (e.g., ISO, ESG commitments).
• Participate in contract and SLA discussions to ensure robustness of commercial terms, risk management, and service levels.
• supplier management and score rating
C. Inventory, Materials & Operational Support
• Analyse usage trends, safety stock levels, and planning parameters to forecast consumable requirements.
• Collaborate with warehouse, operations, and QC to ensure supply continuity and mitigate shortages.
• Support coordination of hazardous/regulated waste collection (e.g., drums, IBCs) in compliance with NEA and local regulations.
• Monitor slow‑moving inventory and work with cross‑functional teams on mitigation actions.
D. Packaging & Regulatory Documentation
• Liaise with suppliers on packaging specifications, artwork accuracy, quality standards, and cost proposals.
• Create, update, and validate product labels in compliance with regulatory standards and customer requirements.
• Manage Safety Data Sheet (SDS) submissions and coordinate with logistics partners (e.g., DHL) to meet export documentation requirements.
• Prepare FTA, COO, and customs documents, ensuring compliance with Singapore Customs and international trade regulations.
E. Continuous Improvement & Digital Enablement
• Identify opportunities to automate procurement workflows and enhance visibility through SAP dashboards and procurement analytics.
• Participate in Supply Chain transformation projects including digitalization, sustainability, and vendor risk assessments.
• Support internal audits, ISO requirements, and compliance reviews as required
Key Skills and Personal Attributes
- At least 5+ years of procurement or supply chain experience in manufacturing, chemicals, lubricants, FMCG, or related sectors.
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to work with both internal stakeholders and external suppliers.
- Strong planning, coordination, and multitasking abilities.
- High attention to detail and strong follow through.
- Collaborative team player with a proactive, solution oriented mindset.
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while managing day to day procurement operations.
Essential Criteria
- Diploma or Bachelors degree in supply chain (or equivalent).
- Experience in a similar position is desired
- Must have experience in customer relationship development.
- Able to demonstrate an overall understanding of the contract negotiation process (i.e., how negotiations are set up, who participates, what issues are discussed); knows a variety of effective negotiation techniques
- Capability to translate customer requirements into business opportunities
