Operational Buyer

About the role

NTS Singapore is looking for an Operational Buyer to manage procurement activities, including supplier relationships, purchase orders, material expediting and supplier performance. The role supports demand and inventory planning so that stock levels stay optimal and production runs without interruption, and works closely with Planning, Customer Support and Logistics.

Key responsibilities

• Manage supplier relationships, resolve issues and monitor supplier performance
• Place purchase orders with approved suppliers and expedite critical materials
• Develop and maintain supplier, purchasing, inventory and planning reports, including OTD, Push Outs and Pull Ins
• Ensure procurement complies with quality standards and regulatory requirements
• Develop demand and inventory planning strategies to optimise stock and minimise stockouts
• Collaborate with Planning, Customer Support and Logistics to align demand, inventory and timely deliveries
• Maintain accurate material, supplier and planning data in MRP/ERP systems

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration or a related field
• Experience in purchasing technical commodities such as machining items or sheet metal parts is an added advantage
• A strong background in manufacturing and planning
• Strong communication and negotiation skills
• Positive attitude, self-motivated and able to work independently and in a team

Required skills

• Experience with ERP systems such as Navision or SAP
• MRP/ERP data management

What we offer

• Competitive salary
• Annual wage supplement
• Term life and medical insurance coverage
• Training and education opportunities
• Up to 18 days of annual leave