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10X Genomics

10X Genomics

Accounting & Finance
Singapore
Posted on Jun 21, 2024

About the role:

10x Genomics is seeking a Buyer to join our dynamic Singapore Supply Chain Team. This individual will have primary responsibilities of managing procurement activities as well as identifying and driving various process improvement projects. The individual will report to the APAC Supply Chain Associate Director and will work closely with other teams such as Planning, Manufacturing, R&D, Finance and Marketing.

What you will be doing:

  • Execute material planning and procurement activities promptly.
  • Review and analyze planning reports to ensure timely materials availability for production.
  • Proactively manage supplier delivery plans, ensuring on time delivery.
  • Ensure supply continuity during product transfers, as needed.
  • Execute localization during and after product transfer phases.
  • Track monthly KPIs, report on supply chain performance and recommend process improvements.
  • Manage EOL materials and Last Time Buys, collaborating with CPD / Engineering on alternatives.
  • Manage supplier relationships and performance metrics
  • Assist Global Procurement Team with supplier price negotiations.
  • Control inventory by aligning forecast data and stock strategies with planners.
  • Identify and drive process improvements to improve supply chain performance.
  • Undertake ad-hoc tasks as assigned by immediate supervisor.

Minimum Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Science, Engineering or Supply Chain Management preferred. Diploma holders with more years of experience will also be considered.
  • 3 years of experience in direct purchasing and material planning
  • 1 year of experience supporting a manufacturing environment
  • Meticulous, have an eye for details and ability to work independently as well as in a team
  • Great quantitative, analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Ability to communicate complex ideas effectively, both verbally and in writing
  • Ability to think creatively to identify new and better solutions
  • Organized, detail-oriented and a service mentality to internal customers
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment
  • Demonstrated leadership potential and ability to take up larger responsibilities
  • Experience with Oracle
  • Ability to travel when required

Preferred Skills and Qualifications:

  • Experience in the life science industry
  • Category knowledge in chemicals and consumables

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About 10x Genomics

At 10x Genomics, accelerating our understanding of biology is more than a mission for us. It is a commitment. This is the century of biology, and the breakthroughs we make now have the potential to change the world.

We enable scientists to advance their research, allowing them to address scientific questions they did not even know they could ask. Our tools have enabled fundamental discoveries across biology including cancer, immunology, and neuroscience.

Our teams are empowered and encouraged to follow their passions, pursue new ideas, and perform at their best in an inclusive and dynamic environment. We know that behind every scientific breakthrough, there is a deep infrastructure of talented people driving the life sciences industry and making it possible for scientists and clinicians to make new strides. We are dedicated to finding the very best person for every aspect of our work because the innovations and discoveries that we enable together will lead to better technologies, better treatments, and a better future. Find out how you can make a 10x difference.

Individuals seeking employment at 10x Genomics are considered without regards to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, marital status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, veteran status, gender identity, or sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

10x does not accept unsolicited applicants submitted by third-party recruiters or agencies. Any resume or application submitted to 10x without a vendor agreement in place will be considered unsolicited and property of 10x, and 10x will not pay a placement fee.