Senior Meat Sourcing & Procurement Specialist

Senior Meat Sourcing & Procurement Specialist Foodmax | Singapore | On-site | Full-time Seniority Level: Mid-Senior level | Job Function: Purchasing, Supply Chain | Industry: Food and Beverage Services About Foodmax Foodmax is a technology-driven fresh food supply chain platform in Singapore that provides smart operating solutions for the F&B industry. We aim to make fresh food sourcing more efficient, reliable and transparent for businesses across Singapore. About the Role We are looking for a Senior Meat Sourcing & Procurement Specialist to own our self-operated meat category. You will buy directly from suppliers in Singapore, Malaysia, China and other meat-exporting countries approved to supply Singapore, and Foodmax will sell the products through its own channels. Your goal is to build a competitive, reliable and resilient meat supply base that drives category sales and margin. Key Responsibilities Category Strategy • Develop and execute the sourcing strategy for meat, covering beef, pork, poultry, lamb and processed meat in both chilled and frozen formats. • Define the category assortment, price tiers, core SKUs and country-of-origin mix. Own the category's sales, margin and profitability targets. Procurement & Cost Management • Lead product selection, sourcing, price benchmarking, negotiation, purchase orders, inbound and payment-term management for all meat SKUs. • Reduce costs through annual or quarterly supply agreements, price locks and volume consolidation, while keeping quality and supply consistent. Local & International Sourcing • Use Singapore's network of importers, wholesalers, distributors, processors and cold-store operators. • Develop supply from Malaysia, China and other meat-rich countries approved to export to Singapore, such as Australia, New Zealand, Brazil, Argentina, the USA, Thailand and Europe. • Pursue direct sourcing from origin where it makes sense, to cut out intermediaries and lower costs. Supply Continuity • Keep multiple suppliers and countries of origin for critical and high-volume SKUs, with backup suppliers in place to reduce dependency on any single source. • Respond quickly to stock-outs, shortages or demand spikes by activating alternative suppliers, substitute products or different origins. • Identify supply risks early, such as disease outbreaks, export restrictions, trade policy changes and logistics disruptions, and prepare contingency plans. Supplier Management & Compliance • Evaluate, negotiate with and onboard new suppliers. Assess price, quality, specifications, capacity, lead time, credentials and regulatory compliance, including SFA-accredited sources and establishments, import permits, health certificates and Halal certification. • Set up supplier tiering and performance review frameworks to keep improving the supplier portfolio. Market Intelligence & Cross-Functional Collaboration • Monitor meat market trends in Singapore and in key origins, including pricing, seasonality, exchange rates and origin shifts, to inform buying and pricing decisions. • Work closely with the Sales, Warehouse, Operations and Finance teams on demand forecasts, inventory and replenishment planning to minimise stock-outs, overstocking, expiry and wastage. • Design cold-chain warehousing and distribution solutions for chilled and frozen products to protect quality and food safety. • Mentor junior buyers and build standard operating procedures (SOPs) for meat procurement. Requirements • At least 8 years of hands-on experience in meat procurement or sourcing, including at least 3 years owning a category or managing key supplier relationships. • An established meat supplier network in Singapore, such as importers, wholesalers, distributors, processors and cold-store operators. • Sourcing connections in Malaysia, China or other meat-exporting countries, such as overseas plants, abattoirs, processors, exporters and traders, are highly preferred. • Solid knowledge of Singapore meat import regulations and food safety requirements, including SFA accreditation, import permits, health certificates, cold-chain standards and Halal certification. • A proven track record in urgent sourcing and in multi-source, multi-origin procurement. • In-depth knowledge of meat specifications, cuts, grades, quality standards, shelf life, seasonality, pricing trends and supply risks. • Familiar with end-to-end procurement processes, including supplier development, price negotiation, order management, payment terms and supplier performance management. • Strong commercial and analytical skills, with proficiency in Excel or data analysis tools. • Excellent negotiation, communication and stakeholder-management skills, and the ability to work in a fast-paced, time-sensitive fresh food environment. • Proficiency in Mandarin and/or Malay is an advantage, as the role works closely with suppliers in Malaysia and China. What We Offer • Ownership of a core category in a fast-growing fresh food business • Direct impact on sourcing strategy, cost and margin • Competitive remuneration package • A collaborative, results-driven team culture We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applicants from all backgrounds. Only shortlisted candidates will be notified. Suggested LinkedIn Skills: Procurement, Strategic Sourcing, Meat Industry, Supplier Management, Vendor Negotiation, Category Management, Supply Chain Management, Cold Chain, Import/Export, Cost Reduction