Procurement Manager (OEM / Aerospace | EAST)

Our client, a reputable global engineering and aerospace manufacturing company, is seeking an experienced Procurement Manager to lead sourcing strategies and supplier management across regional operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the procurement team across Singapore and Malaysia operations, providing guidance, coaching and escalation support.

• Drive procurement KPIs including on-time delivery, delinquency management, purchase price variance (PPV) and supply performance.

• Develop and execute strategic sourcing initiatives including supplier selection, consolidation and supplier development programs.

• Manage regional or global commodity sourcing activities, ensuring alignment with global supply chain strategies and cost reduction targets.

• Build and maintain strong supplier partnerships to ensure performance across cost, quality, delivery and risk management.

• Lead commercial negotiations and contract discussions with suppliers to achieve cost efficiency and operational excellence.

• Oversee procurement of materials, equipment, services and supplies required to support manufacturing operations.

• Analyze market trends, supplier capabilities and cost drivers to support sourcing strategies and negotiations.

• Collaborate closely with Engineering, Quality, Planning and Operations teams to support new product introduction (NPI) and continuous improvement initiatives.

• Prepare and review sourcing proposals and bid packages while mentoring procurement team members in supplier engagement and negotiations.

Requirements

• 5 – 10 years of supply chain or procurement experience within OEM manufacturing, engineer-to-order environments, or aerospace industries.

• Proven leadership experience managing procurement or sourcing teams.

• Strong knowledge of materials management, production flows, and inventory planning processes.

• Demonstrated ability to drive cost optimization, supplier performance and operational efficiency.

• Excellent negotiation, communication and stakeholder management skills.

• Strong analytical mindset with the ability to operate in fast-paced manufacturing environments.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).

Education

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Supply Chain, Engineering or related discipline.

• APICS / ISM / Supply Chain certification will be an advantage.
  

  
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