985 Purchasing Manager jobs in Singapore

Purchasing Manager

Salary: $3000 – $3500

Location: Island Wide

Working Hours: 9am - 5pm

Job Summary:

• Develop and implement purchasing strategies aligned with business goals.
• Source and evaluate suppliers, negotiate contracts and manage supplier performance.
• Monitor inventory levels and coordinate with other departments to forecast demand.
• Review and process purchase orders and ensure timely delivery of goods/services.
• Establish cost control strategies and identify opportunities for cost savings.
• Ensure all procurement activities comply with company policies and legal requirements.
• Maintain accurate records of purchases, pricing, and other important data.
• Monitor market trends, competitor strategies and supplier performance.
• Collaborate with finance and warehouse departments for invoice verification and inventory control.
• Manage and mentor a team of procurement officers or buyers, where applicable.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 1-3 years Experience as a Purchasing Manager or in a similar procurement role.
• Strong negotiation, communication and leadership skills.
• Proficient in procurement software and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Solid knowledge of supply chain procedures and inventory management.
• Strong analytical and decision-making abilities.

Neha Sahay

Han Sing Recruitment Pte Ltd

MOM EA 23C1646

EA Reg No: R24125557

Interested Pls WhatsApp: +65 84092043 / Call: 60190471

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Job Description

The Digital Purchasing Manager is responsible for developing and executing digital procurement strategies that align supplier capabilities with organizational business objectives. The role oversees all aspects of purchasing, supplier management, contract negotiation, compliance, and agile procurement practices to enable digital product and service delivery.

Role Summary

Job Description

The Digital Purchasing Manager is responsible for developing and executing digital procurement strategies that align supplier capabilities with organizational business objectives. The role oversees all aspects of purchasing, supplier management, contract negotiation, compliance, and agile procurement practices to enable digital product and service delivery.

Main Tasks

Digital Supplier Strategy: Led category management for digital spend areas including software development, connectivity, sensors, and ODM. Aligned suppliers with product roadmaps and implemented strategies, policies, and systems to support business needs.

Supplier Sourcing & Contracting: Identified and onboarded suppliers, negotiated contracts, pricing, IP, licensing, and NDAs, ensuring alignment with business and compliance requirements.

Agile Supply Chain Enablement: Integrated procurement with agile development. Supported flexible, iterative sourcing and adapted tools to meet evolving digital product needs.

Purchasing Operations: Managed end-to-end procurement—demand planning, ordering, inventory, 3PL, and import/export documentation. Ensured accurate data, timely invoicing, and compliance. Handled daily purchasing, urgent needs, pricing, and customer order fulfillment. Oversaw freight and reverse logistics.

Supplier Performance: Tracked KPIs on cost, quality, delivery, and risk. Reported supplier performance and drove corrective actions as needed.

Stakeholder Collaboration: Worked with engineering, product, legal, finance, and customers to align procurement, resolve risks, and support demand forecasting, delivery, and inventory planning.

Analytics & Decision Making: Used data to forecast demand, optimize inventory, manage spend, and reduce obsolescence. Maintained accurate procurement and supplier records.

Continuous Improvement: Led initiatives for cost savings, process improvement, and system upgrades based on stakeholder feedback.

Compliance & Reporting: Ensured adherence to trade, export, data privacy, and cybersecurity regulations. Prepared budgets, tracked variances, and reported to support business reviews.

Other Duties: Supported new projects and completed additional assigned tasks.

Your Profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, or a related discipline
• Minimum 5 years of experience in purchasing and supply chain management
• Experience in sourcing, procurement, contracting, planning, and scheduling
• Proficiency in ERP and purchasing systems
• Experience with agile methodologies and digital product procurement
• Strong negotiation, contract management, and stakeholder management skills
• Knowledge of regulatory, export control, and compliance requirements
• Experience in electronics products and software purchasing preferred
• Certification by APICS or another industry-recognized professional organization preferred
• Lean Six Sigma certification is an advantage
• Proficient in English and Chinese (written and spoken)
• Willing to travel
• Stakeholder management and communication skills
• Ability to collaborate and deliver results with cross-functional teams, internal business units, ODM, OEM, contract manufacturers, and suppliers
• Multi-tasking and execution capabilities
• Self-directed learner with interdisciplinary research skills
• Positive and proactive approach

• Seniority level Mid-Senior level

• Employment type Contract

• Job function Purchasing and Supply Chain

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• Oversee and manage purchasing team
• In-charge of all purchasing and related matters
• Responsible for sourcing, evaluation and procurement of supplies
• Source for appropriate products and services with the best possible pricing and payment terms
• Issue Request for Quotation to suppliers for new items
• Issue Purchase Orders to suppliers
• Liaise with suppliers on changes to orders and confirmation of orders
• Process and verify delivery orders and invoices
• Perform regular stock take
• Maintain and upkeep inventory control
• Calculate costs and prepare cost analysis
• Support operations team and perform operational duties whenever necessary
• Provide support for special projects
• Perform any other job tasks assigned by the management

Requirements:

• Minimum Diploma in Procurement or related field
• Minimum 5 years experience in similar role in Chinese restaurant
• Knowledge in Microsoft Office is mandatory
• Meticulous with an eye for details
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Fluency in reading, writing and spoken English & Chinese / Mandarin – in order to liaise with Mandarin speaking associates
• Team player who is also able to work independently
• Able to multi-task and handle high volume of work in fast paced environment

Company Description

Paradox Singapore is an urban resort that offers guests a sophisticated yet playful blend of traditional refinement and modern elegance. Located in the vibrant river district of Clarke Quay, the hotel is perfect for those looking for a stylish home base during business travel, or a quiet sanctuary to relax and unwind. Our comfortable rooms and spacious suites feature picturesque views of the city's skyline and are equipped with thoughtful amenities for laid-back style without any fuss.

Role Description

• Develop purchasing strategies, implement cost-saving initiatives, and oversee the purchasing team in daily activities without compromising on quality and standards.

• Work closely with various departments to understand their needs and priorities.

• Communicate effectively with internal teams to provide updates, gather feedback, and address concerns related to purchasing.

• Analyze spending patterns to identify areas for potential savings or optimization.

• Participate in budgeting and financial planning related to purchasing activities.

• Review purchase requisitions considering lead times, standardization, discounts, and budgets.

• Conduct value analysis of purchased materials to achieve cost savings without sacrificing quality.

• Manage current suppliers and identify potential new suppliers through visits and evaluations.

• Stay updated on technological innovations and review lower-cost substitute materials with departments.

• Conduct market surveys to validate the availability and prices of goods.

• Visit and evaluate suppliers, request quotations, negotiate prices, place orders, resolve issues, and follow up on deliveries and payments.

• Reconcile purchase orders and invoices, ensuring accuracy in prices and quantities.

• Maintain updated Article Codes, Price Quotes, and Vendor details in the system.

• Handle RFP and RFQ exercises for all categories, including CAPEX and services.

• Assist in contracting processes after purchase requests are initiated and approved.

• Analyze reports for new work streams.

• Tabulate price summaries, quantities, and quality assessments for award recommendations.

• Conduct periodic reviews and audits to ensure compliance with policies.

• Be familiar with import procedures, documentation, and necessary approvals.

• Ensure compliance with all purchasing control procedures.

• Identify training needs, develop improvement plans, and coach staff.

• Participate in recruiting, hiring, and training qualified candidates.

• Provide guidance and mentorship to staff.

• Perform any other duties as assigned by management.

Our client is a multinational business group with a network of offices and sister concerns in India, Singapore, Indonesia, and UAE. They primarily deal in import of palm Oil from Indonesia to India. As they are expanding their business growth, they are looking out for a Procurement/ Purchasing Manager to support their operational needs.

• Experienced into Edible or Palm Oil Industry.
• Devise and use fruitful sourcing strategies.
• Discover profitable suppliers and initiate business and organization partnerships.
• Negotiate with external vendors to secure advantageous terms.
• Approve the ordering of necessary goods and services.
• Finalize purchase details of orders and deliveries.
• Examine and test existing contracts.
• Track and report key functional metrics to reduce expenses and improve effectiveness.
• Collaborate with key persons to ensure clarity of the specifications and expectations of the company.
• Foresee alterations in the comparative negotiating ability of suppliers and clients.
• Expect unfavorable events through analysis of data and prepare control strategies.
• Perform risk management for supply contracts and agreements.
• Control spend and build a culture of long-term saving on procurement costs.

• Proven working experience as a Procurement Manager, Procurement Officer or Head of Procurement.
• Knowledge of sourcing and procurement techniques as well as a dexterity in reading the market.
• Talent in negotiations and networking.
• Good knowledge of supplier or third-party management.
• Aptitude in decision-making and working with numbers.
• Experience in collecting and analyzing data.
• Strong leadership capabilities.
• Graduate degree in supply chain management, logistics or business administration.

Salary range: $4,000-$6,500

Interested candidates are invited to send in your resume in MS Word Format stating your past work experience, reasons for each leave, past and expected remuneration.
We regret to inform that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

• Managing supplier relationships, negotiating contracts, and ensuring compliance with legal requirements.
• Streamline Purchasing processes, develop integrated Purchasing strategies to effectively manage the suppliers on order fulfillment, assurance of supply.
• Lead, develop & implement policies, procedures and metrics to effectively manage the Materials shortages and implement solutions.
• Sourcing of materials/engineering parts locally/overseas with according to Bill Of Material (B.O.M) and equipment, goods and services.
• Perform data analysis to recommend trend-based improvements (e.g. demand aggregation) and to aid in decision-making
• Develop dashboards with procurement trends, forecasts and KPIs for management reporting and recommend early intervention where necessary
• Manage the team to achieve Key KPI on OTD, Inventory turns, excess & obsolescence, aging Inventory, day of supply in RAW, WIP & FG.
• Interface with both internal & external stakeholder to derive achievable targets, set up strategic plan and drive the team towards meeting the target as set forth.
• Other related duties if required.

• Bachelor in Business administration/Inventory management/Supply chain is preferred
• Min. 5 years of relevant work experience in Purchasing related Functions (manufacturing industry).
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Excellent analytical & problem solving & organizational skills
• Good team player
• Proficient in MS office & competent in excel.
• MS Navision ERP system or SAP hand on experience.
• Familiar with ISO 9001, 14001 and 13485 Quality Management System.
• Need to Travel to Batam.
• 5 days/week and Full-Time positions.

• Oversee and manage purchasing team
• In-charge of all purchasing and related matters
• Responsible for sourcing, evaluation and procurement of supplies
• Source for appropriate products and services with the best possible pricing and payment terms
• Issue Request for Quotation to suppliers for new items
• Issue Purchase Orders to suppliers
• Liaise with suppliers on changes to orders and confirmation of orders
• Process and verify delivery orders and invoices
• Perform regular stock take
• Maintain and upkeep inventory control
• Calculate costs and prepare cost analysis
• Support operations team and perform operational duties whenever necessary
• Provide support for special projects
• Perform any other job tasks assigned by the management

• Minimum Diploma in Procurement or related field
• Minimum 5 years experience in similar role in Chinese restaurant
• Knowledge in Microsoft Office is mandatory
• Meticulous with an eye for details
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Fluency in reading, writing and spoken English & Chinese / Mandarin - in order to liaise with Mandarin speaking associates
• Team player who is also able to work independently
• Able to multi-task and handle high volume of work in fast paced environment

Are you looking for a challenging role that involves strategic procurement and supply chain management?

The Purchasing Specialist will be responsible for managing the full spectrum of purchasing activities, including sourcing, RFQs, negotiation, shipping arrangements, and delivery follow-ups.

• Manage purchasing activities from start to finish, ensuring timely delivery and quality standards.
• Review and procure materials, components, and equipment based on business requirements.
• Collaborate with vendors to resolve any supply issues and ensure timely delivery.
• Liaise with logistics providers for shipment tracking and customs clearance.
• Maintain supplier relationships to ensure quality, delivery, and inventory standards.

• Degree in Supply Chain Management or related field.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel; SAP/MRP knowledge is an added advantage.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and analytical skills.

As a Purchasing Specialist, you will have the opportunity to work in a fast-paced environment and contribute to the success of our organization. You will be able to develop your skills and expertise in strategic procurement and supply chain management.

• Develop sourcing strategies tailored to Bengali cuisine ingredients, emphasizing quality and authenticity.
• Identify, evaluate, and maintain relationships with suppliers specializing in Bengali ingredients.
• Negotiate contracts and pricing to ensure competitive costs and timely deliveries.
• Work with kitchen and culinary teams to forecast ingredient needs based on menus and specials.
• Monitor and manage inventory to prevent shortages or excess while maintaining freshness.
• Ensure all ingredients comply with Singapore's food safety regulations.
• Maintain accurate records and supplier databases.
• Coordinate with warehouse/logistics for delivery schedules and proper storage conditions.
• Research market trends and alternative suppliers to optimize sourcing and reduce costs without compromising quality.
• Supervise and train purchasing staff as needed.

• Strong knowledge of Bengali spices, herbs, rice, lentils, seafood, and regional ingredient sourcing challenges.
• Excellent negotiation and supplier management skills.
• Familiarity with Singaporean food safety and import regulations.
• Strong organizational, communication, and analytical skills.
• Ability to manage budgets and forecast inventory needs.
• Proficiency with procurement software and inventory management tools.

• Degree or diploma in Culinary Arts, Hotel Management, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field is an advantage, enhancing understanding of culinary operations and supplier relationships.