Technical Procurement Manager
On-siteSingapore, Singapore
Job Summary
Technical Procurement Manager in Singapore responsible for sourcing critical electronic components for hearing aid products, supporting New-Product Introduction (NPI) projects, and leading second-sourcing initiatives. Partners with R&D, Engineering, Quality, and Strategic Procurement within a global matrix to identify cost-effective components meeting medical-device quality standards. Duties include defining technical and cost requirements for components (ICs, MEMS microphones, batteries, PCBs, plastics, connectors), identifying and evaluating new suppliers, supplier qualification, sample testing, first-article inspections, leading or supporting second-sourcing to reduce single-source risk, comparing suppliers on price, quality, capacity, and lead time, launching second-source parts through validation and change control, reviewing technical data and process capability, coordinating reliability tests, and supporting cost-reduction activities (DFM, part-commonization). The role emphasizes cross-functional collaboration across R&D, Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing and Supply Chain, with a hybrid remote work model in Singapore.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Electronics, Electrical, Mechanical, Materials, or Supply Chain
- 7 years of experience minimum in sourcing, procurement, or engineering within the electronics, medical device, or consumer hardware industry
- Experience with hearing-aids or audiology products is a distinct advantage
- Practical understanding of electronic components (PCBs, ICs, MEMS) and precision plastic parts used in small-form-factor devices
- Strong analytical skills with hands-on proficiency in MS Excel
- Experience with PLM and ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Arena, Windchill) is essential
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a cross-functional team environment
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