Responsibilities

Location Singapore, SG Job ID JR-030887 Imagine a world where you could detect health issues sooner to treat them more effectively. Where food and water are always safe, even in remote corners of the earth. And where scientific and medical research are enhanced to solve the greatest challenges of our times. At PerkinElmer, we imagine this world every day. PerkinElmer’s commitment to scientific innovation is at the heart of everything we do. Our dedicated team of 16,000 employees worldwide pioneers scientific technologies for better detection, imaging, and informatics to help our customers create healthier families, make smarter decisions, earlier diagnoses, more effective treatments and scientific breakthroughs globally. Key Responsibilities Responsible for the development and implementation of short and long term sourcing strategies. Responsible for sourcing, negotiating and managing supply base. This will involve an initial supplier survey, qualification and risk assessment of new suppliers. Drive cost deflation and avoidance through negotiations, supplier process and productivity improvements. Participates in Product Transfer ensuring all sourcing related matters are planned and executed in a timely manner. Upgrades and maintains an efficient sourcing and procurement system. Lead sourcing projects to migrate production material spend to low cost countries. Gather market intelligence on supply base and technology trends on assigned commodities. Negotiate supplier contractual terms & conditions including long term agreements. Manages and co-ordinates early supplier involvement in New Product Introduction projects from the parts design stage through mass production, ensuring critical timelines are met. Requirements Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration or Engineering. Minimum 3 - 5 years of hands-on procurement/sourcing experience in a manufacturing environment. Good knowledge of business information systems and strong computer skills (Office 365 & SAP). Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to support business strategies and decisions. Ability to work in a complex and challenging environment consisting of multiple internal and external interface. Effective negotiations, communication and interpersonal skills.