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Technology inspires and drives us; it is our passion. Every day we work on unique solutions to complex challenges. Whether it's ultra-complex or ultra-precise solutions, we are proud of what we do and what we deliver.\nWant to find out together what's possible? Do you want to exceed customer expectations and achieve the highest customer satisfaction? Are you driven, enthusiastic and does your heart beat faster with high-tech product development? Then get started as Procurement Team Lead at NTS Singapore and let's make it possible together.\nJob Description\nAs Procurement Team Lead at NTS Singapore, you will lead the procurement aspects of New Product Introduction (NPI) and program delivery from concept through volume production. You will be responsible for ensuring that material cost, quality, delivery and supplier readiness meet project and customer requirements. Working closely with Procurement, Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain and Operations, you will drive cross-functional execution, manage risks and ensure successful transition into production. You will also contribute to cost optimization, supplier development and continuous improvement across procurement programs.\nFurthermore, your key responsibilities are:\nLead end-to-end Procurement NPI and program delivery from concept through mass production, ensuring cost, quality and delivery targets are achieved.\n\nOwn NPI material cost and ensure total project cost meets or outperforms awarded pricing.\n\nDrive cost optimization initiatives in collaboration with Category Management and suppliers.\n\nLead cross-functional coordination across Procurement, Engineering, Quality, SCM and Operations to ensure program alignment and execution.\n\nDrive supplier qualification and readiness activities, including FAI, pilot builds, ramp readiness and supplier capacity planning.\n\nManage program risks, issues and escalations, develop recovery plans and act as the primary interface for material-related topics.\n\nEstablish program governance, milestones and reporting cadence, and ensure a structured handover to Operations with full material and supplier readiness.\n\nJob Requirements\nBachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Business or a related field, with 5-10 years of relevant experience in procurement, supply chain or program management within a contract manufacturing, semiconductor or high-tech environment.\n\nProven experience managing NPI programs, cost improvement projects and successfully transitioning products into volume production.\n\nStrong knowledge of procurement and supply chain fundamentals, including sourcing, supplier management, cost control, lead times, MOQ, capacity planning and supplier qualification.\n\nGood understanding of complex mechanical, electromechanical and electrical assemblies, with knowledge of manufacturing processes such as machining, sheet metal, electronics and surface treatment.\n\nStrong program and project management skills, including planning, scheduling, milestone tracking, risk management, prioritization and managing multiple projects simultaneously.\n\nStrong cross-functional leadership, communication, problem-solving and decision-making skills, with the ability to manage stakeholders and customer-facing interactions.\n\nGood knowledge of the local market and neighbouring regions, including relevant supplier, manufacturing and procurement landscapes.\n\nYour terms of employment\nAt NTS, we combine our passion for technology with innovative solutions to complex challenges. You get the freedom and confidence to fully use and develop your talents in a dynamic and energetic environment. We invest both in technology and in you as a future colleague!\nYour unique challenge at NTS includes at least the following conditions:\nCompetitive salary;\n\nAnnual Wage Supplement;\n\nTerm Life & Medical Insurance Coverage;\n\nPersonal growth and development opportunities through training and/or education;\n\nUp to 18 days of Annual Leave for full-time employment.\n\nAbout NTS\nWe deliver unique solutions to complex challenges and drive technological advancement for our customers. By combining development, manufacturing and assembly, we play an integral role in bringing the supply chain together. We combine the best skills and brightest ideas into a working system for the world's most advanced Semiconductor, Opto-Mechatronics and Analytical solutions. For this reason, we have grown into a Tier-1 supplier to OEMs and an international player operating from various production sites in Europe, Asia and the US.\nAlthough we offer our teams around the world a great place to work, we do not forget to remain firmly rooted locally. Ultimately, the core of NTS is our people. Their excellent manufacturing skills, customer-focused mindset and clear technical solutions have made NTS what it is today. Together, we create a culture that everyone can be proud of because we make it possible together. 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