Excess Buyer – Singapore | Hybrid

The Opportunity

We are looking for a commercially focused Excess Buyer to join a growing APAC team based in Singapore, working in a hybrid environment.

This is a key account ownership role within the Excess function, giving you responsibility for managing supplier relationships, qualifying excess inventory and converting opportunities into commercially successful, customer-backed purchases.

You'll work closely with Sales and other internal teams to identify demand, develop supplier relationships and maximise opportunities across the APAC electronic components market.

The role also offers a clear career path, with strong performers able to progress towards Senior Excess Buyer responsibilities.

What You'll Be Doing

Manage a portfolio of small and mid-sized excess accounts and develop strong supplier relationships.
Review, qualify and prioritise excess, obsolete and unwanted electronic component inventory.
Validate key inventory information including MPN, manufacturer, quantity, date code, condition, packaging, target price and location.
Identify commercially viable purchase opportunities and negotiate within agreed approval limits.
Escalate complex or high-value opportunities when appropriate.
Work closely with Sales to match available inventory with customer demand.
Identify proactive sales opportunities and potential cost-saving opportunities.
Support purchase order follow-up, supplier communication, delivery updates and issue resolution.
Maintain accurate CRM records, supplier profiles, opportunity notes and account development plans.
Work collaboratively with Sales, Logistics, Quality and Finance teams.
Support and coach Junior Excess Buyers, helping them develop their account management, outreach and commercial skills.

What We're Looking For

We're interested in candidates with experience in one or more of the following:

Purchasing or procurement
Sourcing
Electronic component distribution
Excess or obsolete inventory
Semiconductor supply chain
Supplier or account management
EMS/OEM supply chain
A commercially focused role within the electronics industry

You should be comfortable working with inventory information such as MPNs, manufacturers, quantities, date codes, packaging and lead times, with strong attention to detail and data accuracy.

Strong commercial judgement, negotiation and communication skills are essential, along with the ability to manage multiple accounts and prioritise opportunities effectively.

Technical & Industry Experience

Experience In The Following Would Be Highly Advantageous

Independent electronic component distribution
Excess inventory or component brokerage
Semiconductors
Passives
Connectors
Electromechanical components
Sensors
OEM, EMS, ODM or OCM environments
Tier suppliers or electronic component distributors

Experience preparing proactive offers, opportunity summaries or supplier/customer account plans would also be beneficial.

Why Join

Hybrid working in Singapore
Work with suppliers and customers across the APAC region
Join a specialist team operating within the global electronic components market
Take ownership of your own supplier accounts and commercial opportunities
Clear career progression towards Senior Excess Buyer
Opportunity to develop and mentor junior team members
Ongoing training and professional development
Collaborative and commercially focused working environment
Competitive salary
Comprehensive health and wellness benefits
Paid time off
Referral bonus programme, where applicable

Interested

If you're an experienced Buyer, Purchaser, Sourcing Specialist, Account Manager or Supply Chain professional with exposure to electronic components and are looking for your next opportunity in Singapore, we'd love to hear from you.

This is an excellent opportunity to build your career within a specialist and growing area of the electronic components and semiconductor supply chain, while working with an international APAC team.

Excess Buyer - Singapore