About the role

The Supply Chain Management (SCM) Manager is responsible for overseeing end-to-end supply chain operations, including purchasing and procurement, buyer management, warehouse operations, inventory control, material flow, logistics, and international trade compliance. The role ensures timely material availability to support production schedules and customer commitments while optimizing procurement costs, inventory levels, warehouse utilization, and logistics performance.

Key responsibilities

• Lead and manage the Buyers and Purchasing team, setting clear objectives, priorities, performance expectations, and operational KPIs
• Oversee daily purchasing activities, including purchase requisitions, purchase orders, order acknowledgements, delivery follow-up, and supplier coordination
• Ensure timely procurement of raw materials, precision-machined components, mechanical and electrical parts, assemblies, consumables, and other production-related materials
• Work closely with Production, Planning, Engineering, Quality, and Finance to align purchasing activities with production schedules, material requirements, and business priorities
• Monitor supplier delivery performance, lead times, pricing, quality issues, and purchasing responsiveness; implement corrective actions where required
• Oversee daily warehouse operations, including receiving, inspection coordination, put-away, storage, picking, kitting, material issuance, packing, and dispatch
• Maintain accurate inventory records and ensure alignment between physical stock and SAP/ERP/WMS records
• Manage inbound and outbound logistics activities to ensure timely, cost-effective, and reliable movement of materials and finished goods
• Oversee import and export activities and ensure compliance with applicable Singapore and Malaysia customs requirements and relevant international trade regulations
• Lead, supervise, and develop the Buyers/Purchasing team and warehouse/logistics personnel

Requirements:

• Diploma or degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Procurement, Operations Management, Business, or a related discipline; candidates with equivalent relevant qualifications and experience may also be considered
• At least 5–8 years of relevant experience in supply chain management, purchasing, procurement, warehouse, logistics, or inventory management, preferably in semiconductor equipment manufacturing, precision engineering, or other high-tech manufacturing environments
• Demonstrated experience managing both purchasing/procurement activities and warehouse/logistics operations
• Proven ability to supervise buyers and purchasing personnel, coordinate supplier deliveries, and maintain material availability for production
• Practical knowledge of inventory control, warehouse operations, logistics coordination, and material traceability
• Sound understanding of Singapore and Malaysia import/export procedures, HS code classification, customs documentation, and FTA rules of origin
• Experience managing freight forwarders, customs brokers, transport providers, and 3PL partners
• Proficiency in ERP/WMS systems and inventory management tools; SAP experience is preferred
• Demonstrated people management, problem-solving, planning, analytical, and cross-functional collaboration skills
• Able to manage competing priorities and work effectively in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
• Willing to work at East Region/Changi North Crescent

Employer questions

Your application will include the following questions:

• Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Singapore?
• What's your expected monthly basic salary?
• How many years' experience do you have as a Supply Chain Manager?
• Which of the following types of qualifications do you have?
• Do you have experience using SAP Applications?