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Senior / Executive, Maintenance Planning & Support

SMRT
Public Transport & Rail OperationsSingapore, SGFull-time4 weeks ago
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About the role

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This role is for a Senior/Executive in Maintenance Planning & Support at a public bus operator in Singapore. The position involves inventory management, procurement coordination, contract governance, supplier risk management, and data reporting using SAP and Ariba. The ideal candidate has a degree in Supply Chain or Engineering, 3-8 years of experience in material planning or procurement, and hands-on SAP and Ariba skills.

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Key Responsibilities

  • Monitor inventory levels and replenish according to lead time, and usage trends.
  • Expedite deliveries from suppliers to mitigate stockouts and manage storage space constraints.
  • Attend to stockout items; coordinate with buyers to source ex-stock quantities and short-term measures.
  • Run monthly forecasting and ageing analysis in SAP; propose drawdown/disposal plans for excess/obsolete (E&O) stock.
  • Maintain critical spares lists tied to maintenance plans and fleet availability targets.
  • Coordinate with Procurement on weekly cadences to review priorities, shortages, and delivery risks.
  • Evaluate RFQs/tenders for stock items (via Ariba); perform price benchmarking and lead-time assessment.
  • Drive cost-saving initiatives by evaluating aftermarket vs OE parts with Engineering.
  • Bring in parts to support projects, heavy maintenance (TM/engine overhauls), and CSW requirements.
  • Ensure contract terms and pricing are correctly reflected in SAP and adhered to in purchasing.
  • Comply with procurement governance, audit requirements, and internal controls.
  • Track supplier OTD (on-time delivery), lead times, and responsiveness; escalate risks early.

Requirements

  • Degree in Supply Chain, Engineering or relevant studies.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office suite of software programs.
  • SAP PM module experience preferred.
  • Diploma/Degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Engineering, or related.
  • 3–5 years in material planning or procurement in automotive/bus/rail/heavy equipment (Senior: 5–8+ years).
  • Hands-on with SAP (MM/Materials) and Ariba (or equivalent e-procurement platforms).
  • Strong Excel; Power BI or analytics exposure is a plus.
  • Familiarity with bus systems/components (e.g., traction motor, engine, driveline, braking, electrical) is advantageous.
  • Proven stakeholder management with Engineering, Maintenance, Depots, and Procurement.
  • Governance/audit experience in public transport or regulated environments is a plus.