Technical Procurement Manager

Who we are

At Sonova, we envision a world where everyone can enjoy the delight of hearing. This vision inspires us and fuels our commitment to developing innovative solutions that improve hearing health and human connection - from personal audio devices and wireless communication systems to hearing aids and cochlear implants. We're dedicated to providing outstanding customer experiences through our global audiological care services, ensuring that everyone has the opportunity to engage fully with the world around them.

Guided by a culture of continuous improvement that fosters resilience and self-motivation, our team is united by a shared commitment to excellence and a deep sense of pride in our work, each of us playing a vital role in creating meaningful change,

Here you’ll find a diverse range of opportunities that span both consumer and medical solutions and the freedom to shape your career while making an impact on the lives of others. Join us in our mission to create a more connected world, where every voice is heard and every story matters.

Singapore, Singapore Technical Procurement Manager

Who we are

You enjoy creating and innovating. You never stop striving for better. You take responsibility and you get results. You love being part of a team. Above all, you want your work to matter: Welcome to our world! At Sonova we create sense by bringing sound to life. Our innovative hearing care solutions help millions of people enjoy life’s unforgettable moments.

We offer exceptional career opportunities through market-leading brands from consumer to medical, products and services that keep pushing hearing care forward, and a culture where you can quickly belong and perform at your best.

If you want the freedom to explore, opportunities to grow, and make positive change on people lives through your work, this is the place for you.

Technical Procurement Manager

We are looking for a hands-on Technical Procurement Manager to join our Supply Chain team in Singapore. In this pivotal role, you will be the key link between innovation and supply chain execution, ensuring the successful sourcing of critical electronic components for our hearing aids and accessories.

You will play a vital role in securing our supply chain resilience by supporting New Product Introduction (NPI) projects and leading "2nd Sourcing" initiatives. You will work closely with a global matrix organization, including R&D, Engineering, Quality, and Strategic Procurement, to identify cost-effective components that meet the strict standards of medical device manufacturing.

More about the role:* New‑Product Sourcing

• Work with R&D and Strategic Procurement to define technical and cost requirements for hearing‑aid components (e.g., ICs, MEMS microphones, batteries, PCBs, plastics, connectors).
• Identify and evaluate new suppliers for electronic and mechanical parts used in small‑form‑factor medical‑device products.
• Support supplier qualification, sample testing, and first‑article inspections for new products.

• 2nd‑Sourcing & Risk Mitigation

• Lead or support 2nd sourcing projects for key components to reduce single source risk and improve cost partnering effectively with measure owner in strategic procurement.
• Compare current and alternative suppliers on price, quality, capacity, and lead time.
• Help launch second source parts through validation, change control, and documentation.
• Technical & Supplier Evaluation
• Review technical data, drawings, and process capability of suppliers (e.g., SMT, injection molding etc.).
• Coordinate reliability tests and first‑article inspections where needed.
• Ensure suppliers meet basic medical‑device quality expectations.

• Cost‑Down & Value Engineering

• Support cost‑reduction activities on new and existing components, including design‑for‑manufacturing and part‑commonization.
• Analyse total cost impacts (unit price, lead time, inventory, obsolescence) for sourcing decisi