Procurement Engineer

Roles & Responsibilities

Esco Lifesciences Group is a world-leading manufacturer of laboratory, pharmaceutical equipment, bioprocess tools and IVF medical devices, delivering sustainable workflow solutions to advance global health. Since 1978, the Singapore-based company is committed to excellence, ensuring forward-thinking technology, responsive support, and reliability, making Esco a trusted partner for the life science and medical markets in more than 150 countries.

Job Overview :

We are seeking an experienced Procurement Engineer to oversee the sourcing, supplier management, and cost optimization of materials and components critical to medical equipment manufacturing. The ideal candidate will have a strong technical background in procurement, expertise in supplier quality management, and familiarity with regulatory requirements.

Job title : Procurement Engineer

Location : Singapore

Direct Manager : Plant Manager

Key Responsibilities :

• Identify, evaluate, and onboard suppliers for raw materials, components, and services used in medical equipment manufacturing.
• Negotiate contracts, pricing, and terms to ensure cost efficiency while maintaining quality standards.
• Develop and maintain strong supplier relationships to ensure reliability and compliance.
• Analyze market trends, conduct cost breakdowns, and implement cost-saving initiatives.
• Identify supply chain risks and develop mitigation strategies(e.g dual sourcing, inventory planning)
• Act as a liaison between the company and suppliers, particularly in China, to resolve critical supply chain disruptions.
• Work closely with R&D, Manufacturing, and Quality teams to source materials that meet design and regulatory requirements.
• Support new product development (NPD) by sourcing new items and ensuring cost optimization and manufacturability.
• Drive initiatives and work cross-functionally to reduce excess stock and improve inventory turnover.

Key Requirements :

Tell employers what skills you have

Negotiation

Microsoft Excel

Supplier Performance

Quality Improvement

Inventory

Supply Chain

Purchasing

Electrical

Procurement

SAP

Pricing

Manufacturing

Sourcing

Mechanical Engineering