Buyer [ MRO | Strategic Sourcing & Procurement ]

apartmentTalentvis placeTampines scheduleFull-time calendar_month 
Changi North - East, Singapore
  • Monday to Friday
  • Aerospace Engineering | MRO
  • Career Progression Opportunities
We are seeking a proactive and commercially driven Buyer and Senior Buyer to manage end-to-end sourcing and procurement activities supporting manufacturing and workshop operations. This role is responsible for supplier management, contract negotiations, cost optimization initiatives, vendor rationalization, and ensuring timely delivery of materials and services.

The ideal candidate possesses strong procurement experience in a manufacturing, aerospace, engineering, or MRO environment and is confident managing direct or indirect procurement activities.

Requirements
  • Diploma or Degree in Supply Chain, Procurement, Business, Engineering, or related discipline.
  • Minimum 3 years of procurement, sourcing, purchasing, or supply chain experience within manufacturing, aerospace, engineering, precision engineering, electronics, or MRO environments.
  • Experience managing both direct and indirect procurement activities is preferred.
  • Proven experience in supplier negotiations and contract management.
  • Strong understanding of strategic sourcing, supplier relationship management, and vendor performance management.
  • Experience driving cost savings, cost avoidance, or procurement improvement initiatives.
  • Exposure to vendor rationalization and supplier development programs.
  • Ability to manage challenging suppliers and ensure delivery commitments are met.
  • Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence cross-functional teams and senior stakeholders.
  • Proficient in ERP systems and Microsoft Office applications.

Responsibilities:

  • Manage end-to-end sourcing and procurement activities for direct or indirect materials, spare parts, consumables, and services.
  • Source, evaluate, negotiate, and select suppliers to achieve competitive pricing, quality, and delivery performance.
  • Lead contract negotiations covering commercial terms, pricing, delivery schedules, liabilities, indemnities, currency risks, and other contractual matters.
  • Manage supplier relationships, including sole-source suppliers, and drive supplier performance improvements.
  • Collaborate closely with internal stakeholders, planning, logistics, operations, and engineering teams to ensure uninterrupted supply and timely deliveries.
  • Monitor supplier delivery schedules and proactively resolve supply chain issues to minimize operational disruptions.
  • Drive cost reduction, cost avoidance, and cash flow improvement initiatives through strategic sourcing and procurement strategies.
  • Identify opportunities for vendor rationalization, supplier consolidation, and risk mitigation.
  • Maintain procurement records, supplier databases, pricing information, and procurement metrics.
  • Support material reviews, continuous improvement initiatives, and procurement reporting activities.
  • Influence and engage stakeholders across different business functions to achieve procurement objectives.

Applicants who possess relevant experience for the above responsibilities are most welcome to apply. If you do not possess the above experience, your application will still be considered on individual merits and you may be contacted for other opportunities.

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