NPI Buyer

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 it's ultra complex or ultra precise solutions, we are proud of what we do and what we deliver.

Want 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 NPI Buyer at NTS Singapore and let's make it possible together.

Job Description

As NPI Buyer at NTS Singapore you will be responsible for supporting procurement activities during the New Product Introduction (NPI) phase, ensuring timely sourcing, ordering, and delivery of materials required for prototype and pilot builds. The role works closely with suppliers, internal planning, logistics, and engineering teams to ensure material readiness aligns with project timelines. It involves managing ERP data setup, purchase order execution, and monitoring supplier performance. The NPI Buyer plays a critical role in mitigating supply risks and ensuring smooth material flow for new product launches.

Furthermore, your key responsibilities are:

• Support sourcing activities including RFQs and early supplier engagement during NPI phases

• Set up and maintain supplier and material master data in ERP systems (e.g., NAV/SAP), including pricing, MOQ, and lead times

• Execute purchase orders for prototype and pilot builds based on demand, schedules, and supply constraints

• Track and monitor PO status, supplier deliveries, and ensure material availability aligns with project timelines

• Coordinate closely with suppliers and logistics teams to ensure on-time delivery and resolve supply risks or delays

• Collaborate cross-functionally with planning, warehouse, engineering, and customer support teams to manage demand changes

• Monitor inventory levels and generate procurement/supplier performance reports including OTIF, spend, and delivery metrics

Job Requirements

• Diploma or Degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or related field

• Experience using ERP systems such as SAP or Microsoft Dynamics NAV

• Prior exposure to NPI environments and supplier coordination activities

• Strong understanding of manufacturing, production planning, and material flow processes

• Experience in procurement of technical or engineered components (e.g., sheet metal, fabrication parts) is an advantage

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and data-driven decision-making skills

• Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills with ability to work independently and in teams

Your terms of employment

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;

• Up to 18 days of Annual Leave.

About NTS

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 world's most advanced Semiconductor, Opto-Mechatronics and Analytical solutions. For this reason, we have grown into a Tier-1 supplier to OEM’s 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. That's why we take every opportunity to celebrate our people, our craftsmanship and our successes.

Interested?

Apply immediately and send your CV (and motivation letter) via the application button below! For more information about this vacancy or our organization, please contact Denise Lai at denise.lai@nts-group.asia