The Senior Sourcing Specialist at PerkinElmer is responsible for developing and implementing sourcing strategies, negotiating with suppliers, managing the supply base, and driving cost efficiencies. This role requires collaboration on product transfers, early supplier involvement in new product introductions, and maintaining effective procurement systems, while also enhancing team skills.
When joining PerkinElmer, you select an experienced and trusted leader in scientific solutions, with the support of a global service network and distribution centers, providing the right solution, at the right time, to meet critical customer needs. With over an 80+ year legacy of advancing science and a mission of innovating for a healthier world, our dedicated team collaborates closely with commercial, government, academic and healthcare customers to deliver our broad portfolio of analytical solutions, and OneSource services.
Job TitleSenior Sourcing Specialist
Location(s)Singapore
- Responsible for the development and implementation of short- and long-term sourcing strategies
- Responsible for sourcing, negotiating, and managing supply base. This will involve 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
- 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 parts design stage through mass production, ensuring critical timelines are met
- Upgrades and maintains an efficient sourcing and procurement system
- Manage and develop team members skills and knowledge
- Other duties as assigned by manager / head of department
Basic Requirements
- Bachelors Degree in Supply Chain or relevant field
- 5+ years of experience in Sourcing and Procurement in a global company
Preferred Qualifications
- Excellent Communication Skills
- Excellent Analytical Skills
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