Procurement Team Lead (NPI) - Senoko

Our client has been operating in Singapore for close to 40 years, supporting leading high-tech OEMs in the semiconductor and analytical industries. Originally rooted insheet-metal and mechanical manufacturing, they have since progressively moved up the value chain into complex mechatronics and system assembly.

Today, our client operates as a one-stop, vertically integrated contract manufacturing partner, delivering precision mechanical and mechatronic assemblies for semiconductor and medical equipment.

Procurement Team Lead

(Office is in Senoko)

Job Description

• Lead NPI Procurement – Manage procurement activities from product development through mass production, ensuring cost, quality and delivery targets are met.
• Drive Cost Optimisation – Manage material costs, identify cost-saving opportunities and work with suppliers to achieve project cost targets.
• Manage Supplier Readiness – Oversee supplier qualification, First Article Inspection (FAI), pilot builds and capacity planning to ensure readiness for production ramp-up.
• Coordinate Cross-Functional Teams – Work closely with Procurement, Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain and Operations to ensure smooth program execution.
• Manage Program Delivery & Risks – Track project milestones, resolve supply issues, manage risks and ensure a smooth handover to production.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Business or a related field, with 5–10 years of relevant experience in procurement, supply chain or program management.
• NPI & Cost Management – Proven experience managing new product introductions, cost improvement initiatives and the transition from development to mass production.
• Procurement Expertise – Strong knowledge of sourcing, supplier management, material costing, lead times, minimum order quantities (MOQ), supplier qualification and capacity planning.
• Technical Knowledge – Good understanding of mechanical, electromechanical and electrical assemblies, including machining, sheet metal fabrication, electronics and surface treatment.
• Leadership & Project Management – Strong project planning, communication, problem-solving and stakeholder management skills, with knowledge of suppliers and manufacturing markets in Singapore and the region.

Interested applicants, kindly send in a copy of your updated resume in WORD document to hr@searchstaffing.com.sg stating your current and expected remuneration together with notice period required to currentemployer.

You can also contact Vincent Low for a confidential discussion at 6749 4236.

EA Personnel Registration No: R1324700