Company Overview

SUMITOMO BAKELITE SINGAPORE PTE. LTD. is the world’s largest producer of epoxy molding compound, building a responsive team committed to delivering excellence within a dynamic environment.

Job Summary

Lead and manage purchasing, warehousing, and transportation operations to ensure timely customer delivery and satisfaction. Drive continuous improvements in quality, productivity, and cost-effectiveness while overseeing supplier and logistics management.

Responsibilities

Plan, organize, direct, and control purchasing, warehousing, and transportation functions to meet company objectives
Lead and develop a team of officers and operational staff to execute daily purchasing and warehousing operations ensuring customer delivery schedules are met
Manage customer audits and resolve complaints related to purchasing and logistics operations to maintain customer satisfaction
Oversee MRP fulfillment, stock replenishment, purchasing, order management, supplier contracts, and Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI) to optimize supply chain efficiency
Manage third-party logistics warehouse operations and coordinate with logistics suppliers to ensure smooth service delivery
Coordinate logistics equipment and facility maintenance and implement improvements to support operational effectiveness
Identify, develop, and implement initiatives and programs to improve quality, productivity, cost-effectiveness, and process efficiency continuously

Required competencies and certifications

Degree in Purchasing, Logistics, Materials Management, Procurement, International Supply Chain Management, or equivalent
Minimum 2 years of experience in purchasing and/or logistics within a manufacturing environment
Knowledge of ISO9000, IATF16949, ISO14001, and ISO45001 standards (preferred but not mandatory)
Proficiency in ERP software (MCframe) and experience implementing Kaizen practices (preferred but not mandatory)
Strong analytical, problem-solving, negotiation, leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills
Ability to work independently with reliability and analytical rigor

Preferred competencies and qualifications

Knowledge of ISO9000, IATF16949, ISO14001, and ISO45001 standards
Experience using ERP software (MCframe) and implementing Kaizen continuous improvement methods

Sumitomo Bakelite Singapore Pte Ltd