Purchasing Team Lead | Material Readiness Planner | NTS Singapore

At NTS we make it possible together. Technology inspires and drives us; it is our passion. Every day we work on unique solutions to complex challenges. Whether its ultra complex or ultra precise solutions we are proud of what we do and what we deliver.

Want to find out together whats possible Do you enjoy ensuring material availability strengthening supplier performance and keeping production on track Are you an experienced purchasing or supply chain professional who enjoys working across teams and taking ownership of material readiness Then get started as Purchasing Team Lead / Material Readiness Planner at NTS Singapore and lets make it possible together.

As Purchasing Team Lead / Material Readiness Planner at NTS Singapore you will play a key role in ensuring that the right materials are available at the right time to support our production priorities. You will lead and coach the Purchasing / Operational Buying team while coordinating closely with Material Planning Production Planning Master Planning and Engineering. You will translate MRP requirements into actionable purchasing activities monitor supplier commitments and proactively manage shortages and delivery risks. With a strong focus on execution you will also contribute to improving purchasing processes ERP usage and material readiness visibility.

• Lead coach and support the Purchasing / Operational Buying team including workload allocation capability development and performance follow-up;

• Translate MRP output into actionable purchase requirements and ensure material readiness for the frozen production window;

• Manage supplier PO confirmations rescheduling and expediting while driving improvements in on-time delivery performance;

• Monitor material shortages and delivery risks lead or co-lead shortage review meetings and develop recovery and preventive action plans;

• Work closely with Master Planning Material Planning Production Planning and Engineering to ensure purchasing actions reflect true production priorities;

• Improve PO management workflows ERP usage and material tracking processes including Navision or equivalent systems;

• Contribute to Supply Chain Excellence initiatives and the development of dashboards for improved material readiness visibility.
  

• Bachelors degree in Engineering Supply Chain Operations or a related field;

• 510 years of experience in purchasing materials planning or supply chain operations;

• Experience leading a small team is preferred with the ability to coach and develop team members;

• Strong knowledge of MRP purchase order management and supplier follow-up;

• Experience with ERP systems such as Navision or equivalent;

• Experience in HMHV / HMLV manufacturing is advantageous;

• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills with a calm and execution-focused approach under pressure.
  

At 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!

Your unique challenge at NTS includes at least the following conditions:

• Competitive salary;

• Annual Wage Supplement;

• Term Life & Medical Insurance Coverage;

• Personal growth and development opportunities through training and/or education;

• 18 days of Annual Leave.
  

We 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 worlds 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.

Although 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. Thats why we take every opportunity to celebrate our people our craftsmanship and our successes.

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