The posting
Key Responsibilities
Procurement & Supplier Management
- Manage the end-to-end procurement process, including sourcing, supplier evaluation, negotiation, purchasing and contract management.
- Develop sourcing and procurement strategies to achieve cost savings, supply reliability and operational efficiency.
- Source and evaluate suppliers based on price, quality, delivery performance and compliance requirements.
- Negotiate pricing, contracts and commercial terms to achieve the best value for the Company.
- Ensure timely procurement of raw materials, packaging materials and operational supplies.
- Maintain the Approved Vendor List and conduct regular supplier performance reviews in coordination with Food Safety requirements.
Cost Control & Inventory Planning
- Monitor purchasing costs, supplier pricing trends and procurement expenditure.
- Analyse quotations and purchasing data to identify cost-saving and optimisation opportunities.
- Recommend alternative suppliers or sourcing strategies while maintaining quality and supply standards.
- Work closely with Production, Operations and Warehouse teams to maintain optimal inventory levels and prevent stock shortages or excess inventory.
- Support departmental budgeting and expenditure control.
Administration & Team Supervision
- Oversee daily office, facilities and general administrative operations.
- Manage office supplies, service contracts, Company assets and related documentation.
- Supervise and guide the Admin & Procurement team, ensuring effective task allocation and smooth workflow.
- Drive improvements in administrative and procurement processes.
Vendor, Contract & Compliance Management
- Manage relationships with suppliers, contractors and service providers.
- Ensure contracts and agreements are properly documented, reviewed and renewed on time.
- Monitor vendor performance and resolve issues relating to quality, delivery and service.
- Develop and maintain procurement and administrative SOPs.
- Ensure compliance with Company policies, internal controls and audit requirements.
- Support ISO/FSSC, food safety and audit documentation relating to procurement and vendor management.
Cross-Functional Coordination
- Work closely with Business Development to support customer and new business requirements.
- Coordinate with Production and R&D on raw material and product requirements.
- Liaise with Operations and Warehouse on inventory planning and logistics.
- Work with Accounts on invoice matching, payment cycles and cost tracking.
- Coordinate with HR/Admin on facilities and office-related matters.
- Maintain accurate procurement records, purchase orders, supplier documents and contracts.
Initial OJT / Department Understudy
- Complete an initial one-month OJT/understudy with the Business Development Department to gain a strong understanding of the Company’s business, products, customers and operations.
- Apply this knowledge to effectively support procurement, administration and cross-functional business requirements.
Job Requirements
- Diploma or Degree in Procurement, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration or a related discipline.
- Minimum 3 years of relevant experience in procurement, purchasing and administration; experience in food manufacturing or FMCG is preferred.
- Strong experience in supplier sourcing, negotiation, cost control and vendor management.
- Good understanding of inventory planning, supplier compliance and procurement processes.
- Knowledge of food manufacturing procurement and ISO/FSSC or food safety audit requirements will be an advantage.
- Strong leadership, communication, negotiation and stakeholder management skills.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office and familiar with ERP/procurement systems.
- Hands-on, organised and responsible, with the ability to work independently in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Working Hours
- Monday – Thursday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM Friday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM



