Global Principal Procurement Engineer

Danaher Corp / Leica Microsystems

Singapore
Fully remote (with potential on-site requirements in singapore, china, or malaysia)
Bachelor's or master's degree in engineering
8+ years procurement engineering experience
Advanced cost management tools expertise
Leica Microsystems, a subsidiary of Danaher Corp, is seeking a Global Principal Procurement Engineer to lead cost optimization initiatives in procurement engineering within the life sciences and biotechnology sectors. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in cost engineering and strategic sourcing, and will play a critical role in driving value through advanced cost management techniques

Job Summary

  • The role is responsible for leading cost optimization initiatives across the Direct Sourcing portfolio using advanced techniques like target costing and should-cost modeling.
  • Candidates will collaborate with R&D and Product Management to develop target costing strategies and support early supplier involvement in New Product Introduction projects.
  • The position offers a culture of belonging within Leica Microsystems, part of Danaher, where employees contribute to scientific discoveries that save lives.

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Leica Microsystems, a subsidiary of Danaher Corp, is seeking a Global Principal Procurement Engineer to lead cost optimization initiatives in procurement engineering within the life sciences and biotechnology sectors. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in cost engineering and strategic sourcing, and will play a critical role in driving value through advanced cost management techniques.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Bachelor's or master's degree in engineering
  • 8+ years procurement engineering experience
  • Advanced cost management tools expertise
  • Complex price and contract negotiation skills
  • Fluent English negotiation level

Nice-to-have

  • High-mix low-volume manufacturing processes
  • SAP and e-procurement tools experience
  • Power BI data visualization skills
  • Stakeholder management in matrixed organizations
  • Microsoft Office Suite proficiency

Key Requirements

  • Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or Supply Chain Management degree
  • 8+ years in procurement engineering or strategic sourcing
  • Willingness to travel up to 60% nationally and internationally

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