Sourcing Engineer (1-year contract) | Regional Supply Chain

About the Role

As Ingersoll Rand expands its regional sourcing and localization capabilities in Singapore, we are seeking a Sourcing Engineer to support the transition of key sourcing and portfolio management activities from China to Singapore.

This is a unique opportunity to play a key role in shaping our regional supply chain strategy. You will work closely with engineering, operations, quality, and suppliers to identify, qualify, and localize components while ensuring quality, delivery, and cost objectives are achieved.

The role combines technical sourcing, supplier development, project management, and portfolio support. You will contribute to new business initiatives, remanufacturing programs, and capital projects while helping build a resilient and competitive supplier network across the region.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Sourcing & Localization

• Develop and execute sourcing strategies for assigned mechanical and technical commodities.
• Identify, qualify, and onboard new suppliers to support localization initiatives and regional growth.
• Lead RFQ exercises, supplier evaluations, price negotiations, and supplier selection decisions.
• Partner with suppliers to ensure components meet engineering, quality, and operational requirements.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Work closely with engineering, quality, operations, and business stakeholders to understand technical specifications and cost objectives.
• Support the localization of components and products from design through implementation.
• Coordinate with teams across Asia to ensure smooth project execution and supply continuity.

Supplier & Contract Management

• Build and maintain strong supplier relationships to achieve competitive pricing, reliable delivery, and high-quality performance.
• Manage supplier contracts and commercial agreements to mitigate supply risks and improve accountability.
• Monitor supplier performance and implement corrective actions where required.

Project & Portfolio Support

• Support sourcing activities for new product introductions, remanufacturing projects, and CAPEX initiatives.
• Conduct cost analysis, total cost of ownership (TCO) evaluations, and sourcing recommendations.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to improve cost, quality, and supply reliability.

Digitalization & Process Improvement

• Leverage digital tools and AI-enabled solutions to improve sourcing efficiency and supplier management.
• Utilize translation and engineering analysis tools to support localization of technical documentation and drawings.
• Support process automation and data-driven decision making within the sourcing function.

What We're Looking For

Required Experience

• 5 years of experience in sourcing, supplier development, mechanical engineering, or a related technical function.
• Experience working in manufacturing, industrial equipment, oil & gas, engineering, or related industries.
• Proven experience managing technical or mechanical commodities and supplier relationships.
• Strong negotiation, analytical, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Experience

• Experience with localization, supplier qualification, or new product introduction projects.
• Familiarity with custom fabrication, machined parts, castings, industrial equipment, or engineered components.
• Experience supporting CAPEX projects and cost reduction initiatives.
• Understanding of engineering drawings, manufacturing processes, and material specifications.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain, Procurement, or a related discipline.
• Mandarin language capability to effectively review technical drawings and documentation originating from China and communicate with vendors in China

Contract Duration: 12 months (renewable subject to business needs and performance)