Sourcing Lead

About the role
We are looking for an experienced Sourcing Lead to lead sourcing and procurement activities. The role will be responsible for developing qualified suppliers, negotiating pricing and contracts, ensuring reliable material supply, and driving cost optimisation and annual cost reduction initiatives.

The successful candidate will work closely with production and cross-functional teams to develop sourcing strategies, manage supplier performance, evaluate procurement costs and ensure materials meet the required quality, cost and delivery standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead supplier sourcing, development, evaluation and performance management.
• Negotiate pricing, contracts, quality and supply terms with suppliers.
• Develop sourcing strategies for raw materials and maintain qualified supplier lists.
• Conduct quotation comparisons, price reviews and cost analysis.
• Drive cost optimisation and annual cost reduction initiatives.
• Manage supplier relationships and resolve sourcing/supply issues.
• Support material development and product/material selection.
• Lead and coordinate the sourcing team, including work allocation and performance evaluation.
• Collaborate with production and other departments to ensure smooth material supply.

Requirements:

• Minimum 5 years of sourcing/procurement experience, preferably in engineering/manufacturing.
• Strong supplier negotiation, sourcing and vendor management experience.
• Good knowledge of cost analysis, cost modelling and procurement strategy.
• Experience with SAP/ERP and Microsoft Office.
• Knowledge of engineering drawings, inventory management and material handling equipment.
• Strong communication, negotiation and problem-solving skills.
• Mandarin proficiency is required for supplier communication.
• Able to work independently in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Please be informed that only shortlisted candidate will be notified.

For more information, you may reach out to Charmaine at her email at charmaine.loo@peoplelake.asia or WhatsApp her at +6017 4622500