Purchasing Specialist

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 Title Purchasing Specialist Location(s) Singapore Job Description Position Overview: PerkinElmer is seeking a dynamic and experienced individual to join our team as a Purchasing Specialist. In this role, you will play a critical part in shaping our global purchasing strategy, ensuring the efficient procurement of goods and services to support our mission and business objectives . The ideal candidate will bring strategic thinking, strong negotiation skills, and a proven track record in developing and managing supplier relationships Reporting: This individual will report into the SG Purchasing Manager and contribute to improve supply chain efficiency and enhance overall competitiveness. This individual will play a key role in supporting the procurement team and related activities covering 1500 + part numbers. This role requires Procurement experience with a proven track record of successfully delivering broad international sourcing deliverables on time, within scope, and on budget. The purchasing specialist will collaborate with cross-functional teams (R&D, Sourcing, Quality, Manufacturing, Finance) and communicate effectively with all stakeholders. Responsibilities • Work closely with Production Planner on-demand requirement • Release purchase orders per system generated purchase requisitions and ensure all purchase orders are delivered on time. • Proactively monitor material delivery according to SIOP plan to ensure no material shortage impact to production. • Attend daily production meetings to communicate material issues and advise action items. • Perform weekly inventory monitoring to ensure all raw material inventory targets are achieved. • Supplier performance tracking and management. • LRS contract negotiation- To drive increase LRS spend commodity by commodity. • Review E&O and manage LTB activities to minimize obsolescence risk. • Streamline processes and drive continuous improvement in performance and customer/employee satisfaction. • Lead in special projects and key initiatives identified from time to time Basic Qualifications • Degree in Supply Chain, Logistics or related discipline • 5-8 years of experience in a dynamic and fast-paced MNC manufacturing environment Preferred Characteristics • Strategic Sourcing & Cost Management – Proven ability to identify and execute cost-saving opportunities while ensuring quality and supply continuity. • Negotiation & Contract Management – Skilled in managing supplier agreements and achieving favourable outcomes. • Supplier Relationship Management – Ability to develop strong supplier partnerships that enhance reliability, innovation, and sustainability. • Analytical Thinking – Strong capability in spend analysis, market intelligence, and fact-based decision-making. • Cross-Functional Collaboration – Effective in working with diverse stakeholders across manufacturing, supply chain, finance, and quality functions. • Ethics & Compliance – Strong commitment to integrity, transparency, and adherence to procurement governance.