Purchasing Specialist – Singapore Plant

About the role

The Purchasing Specialist will support the Purchasing Manager in executing the procurement strategy for our Singapore manufacturing plant. This role focuses on ensuring a reliable flow of raw materials and components to meet production schedules while adhering to the company’s procurement code of conduct.

Key responsibilities

• Review and analyse material requirements, generate purchase orders and schedule deliveries based on MRP data.
• Coordinate with operations to align material purchasing plans with production needs, ensuring continuous supply.
• Manage import operations, preparing and overseeing required documentation with suppliers, freight forwarders and internal teams.
• Address escalated supply issues such as shipment delays or document discrepancies.
• Monitor and control raw material inventory levels to optimise turnover and meet inventory turn objectives.
• Identify, evaluate and select reliable suppliers, building long‑term relationships.

Required profile

• Proactive individual able to work closely with cross‑functional teams.
• Strong negotiation skills for operational‑level supplier interactions.
• Attention to detail in documentation and compliance.

Required skills

• Familiarity with material requirements planning (MRP) systems.
• Experience in purchase order creation and supplier coordination.
• Knowledge of import procedures and related documentation.