Purchasing Manager

Classic Fine Foods Singapore

Singapore

Description

We're looking for a hands-on Purchasing Manager to lead our procurement operations โ€” from strategic sourcing and supplier relationships to customs compliance and inventory planning. You'll be the engine that keeps our supply chain running smoothly.

What you'll own:

๐Ÿฌ Strategic sourcing โ€” Manage the full supplier lifecycle: negotiate pricing, rebates, and contracts, and qualify alternative sources to reduce supply risk.

๐Ÿ“‹ Order management โ€” Oversee the full PO cycle across air and sea freight, keeping order trackers updated and flagging issues proactively.

๐Ÿ“ฆ Inventory planning โ€” Refine demand forecasts using sales data and trends, balancing freshness and shelf-life against service levels.

๐Ÿ“„ Customs & compliance โ€” Ensure all import documentation is in order, manage customs clearance, and stay current on Singapore food safety regulations.

๐Ÿ‘ฅ Team leadership โ€” Lead and mentor the purchasing team, set KPIs, and drive a culture of continuous improvement.

๐Ÿค Key relationships โ€” Serve as the trusted contact for top customers and suppliers; partner closely with Sales, Logistics, Finance, and QA.

You'll thrive if you... Love negotiating deals ยท Are energised by fast-moving supply chains ยท Are detail-oriented with documentation ยท Take pride in building strong supplier and customer relationships ยท Think ahead to prevent disruptions