Buyer

AEM Holdings Ltd. (SGX: AWX) is a Singapore-headquartered global leader in semiconductor and electronics test innovation, listed on the Mainboard of the Singapore Exchange. With over 2,200 professionals across R&D and manufacturing sites in Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia, Vietnam, Finland, France, South Korea, and the United States, AEM delivers comprehensive test solutions — spanning system-level, wafer-level, burn-in, and advanced packaging test — to the world's leading semiconductor and AI/HPC companies. Driven by its vision of a Zero Failure World, AEM continues to grow as a trusted partner in next-generation silicon test innovation.

Role Overview

We are seeking a Buyer to support procurement and supply chain activities for our manufacturing operations. In this role, you will be responsible for managing end-to-end purchasing activities, ensuring timely material availability, expediting supplier deliveries, and supporting production through effective Materials Requirements Planning (MRP) and inventory control. You will work closely with Manufacturing, Engineering, Logistics, Finance, and suppliers to maintain supply continuity, mitigate shortages, optimize vendor performance, and drive procurement efficiency in a fast-paced electronics manufacturing environment. The ideal candidate will possess strong SAP MM and MRP knowledge, hands-on manufacturing purchasing experience, and the ability to proactively resolve supply chain challenges while maintaining high levels of accuracy and compliance.

Responsibilities:

• Raise open Purchase Orders (POs), chase and expedite deliveries, ensuring materials are received on time to avoid production delays.
• Proficient in SAP MM module for end-to-end purchasing functions, including PO creation, tracking, goods receipt monitoring, and vendor record maintenance.
• Work within Materials Requirements Planning (MRP) systems to align procurement with production schedules and inventory control.
• Ensure compliance with internal policies and external legal/regulatory requirements; maintain accurate transaction records.
• Collaborate with Manufacturing, Finance, Engineering, and Logistics teams to understand requirements and provide timely procurement support.
• Proactively prevent stockouts and mitigate supply risks to ensure production continuity.
• Maintain strong supplier relationships to expedite ETAs, resolve supply discrepancies, and support supplier performance improvement.
• Generate purchasing reports, analyze data, and recommend improvements to increase efficiency and reduce costs.

Requirements

• Diploma or Degree in Supply Chain Management or related field with at least 3 years of manufacturing purchasing experience.
• Strong hands-on experience with SAP, especially MRP.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office applications.
• Aggressive in follow-ups and problem-solving to minimize lead times and maintain vendor performance.
• Self-motivated team player who performs well under pressure.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.