Are you a dynamic and ambitious college student looking to kickstart your career in a fast-paced, global organization? Consider joining Sika Singapore as a Procurement Intern and immerse yourself in a hands-on role that will develop your skills in Procurement & Supply Chain. In this full-time position of 6 months, you'll work closely with our Procurement Manager, gaining real-world experience and making a real impact while learning about the dynamic landscape of communications and procurement.

If you're ready to roll up your sleeves, embrace new challenges, and contribute to a global leader in construction chemicals, we want you on our team. Join us and take the first step towards a rewarding and impactful career in the industry.  

This is an opportunity to work full-time in a renowned construction chemicals company in fulfilment of your internship requirements

Responsibilities:

• Procurement
  1. To lead savings projects for categories assigned to him/her by the Procurement Manager
  2. To identify suppliers, benchmark prices, specifications, terms and delivery dates to determine the optimum one to utilize.
  3. To assist procurement manager with reporting as & when required
• Purchasing & Logistics (Supply Chain)
  1. To issue Purchase Order for raw material, packaging & trading goods in timely manner
  2. Follow up with supplier regarding delivery & arrange shipment accordingly.
  3. Communicate to internal stakeholders regarding incoming shipments & price enquiries.

Royal Ocean Marine, a leading headhunting /recruitment agencies company in the maritime industry based in Singapore, is seeking a Procurement Manager to join the client's team in Singapore. As a Procurement Manager, you will be responsible for managing the procurement process for ship supplies and ensuring timely delivery to vessels. This is a critical role that requires strong negotiation skills, supplier relationship management, and knowledge in maritime industry. If you are passionate about the maritime industry and have experience in procurement, we would love to hear from you.

Responsibilities

• Manage the end-to-end procurement process for ship supplies, including sourcing, contract negotiation, and order placement.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with ship suppliers and negotiate favorable terms and pricing.
• Ensure the timely and accurate delivery of ship supplies to vessels.
• Monitor market trends and industry developments to identify potential suppliers and cost-saving opportunities.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to understand ship supply needs and priorities.
• Maintain accurate procurement records and documentation.
• Monitor supplier performance and address any issues or concerns.
• Stay updated on industry regulations and ensure compliance in ship supply procurement.

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in procurement.
• Strong knowledge of ship supplies and the marine industry.
• Proven experience in supplier management and contract negotiation.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Proficient in procurement software and MS Office.
• Ability to work well in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Attention to detail and ability to multitask.

Singapore Citizen and Singapore residents will be given priority in the selection process. Only the shortlisted candidate will be contacted within 2 weeks' time. If you have not received any call or email from our recruitment team, assume that you are not shortlisted for the position

Chan Chee Meng

EA 07C3069

R1110620

• Maintain appropriate filing systems for all documents, records, and reports.
• Ensure accurate data entry of pricing/description into the system.
• PO processing & Issuance, Purchase Requisition, Review Open POs, back-end documentation.
• Sourcing and negotiation for common G/L, MRO items/Tools.
• Work closely with operations and warehouse team in logistics coordination.
• Handle order fulfilment and maintaining suitable inventory levels.
• Updating of Incoming Permit on Logistics.
• Track and record orders - freight + supply chain to ensure timely supplies fulfillment.
• Warehouse & Inventory:
• Working closely with warehouse team to ensure good flow of inventory + storage space
• Participate Monthly Stock Take
• Any other adhoc duties as assign by HOD/ supervisor

• Diploma or above in procurement/ logistics and min 1-2 years relevant/ hands-on experience in procurement/ logistics
• Proficient in MS Office, in particularly MS Excel
• Good interpersonal and communication skills
• Team player and also able to work independently
• Must be meticulous and possess sense of urgency
• Must be able to work under pressure

• Training provided
• We provide 16 days of annual leave, medical and dental benefits, along with insurance coverage to our employees

Purchasing Coordinator (Floral Industry)

Objectives of this role

• Developing and implementing procurement strategies and policies for cost optimisation and enhancing supply chain efficiency.
• Identifying, evaluating and selecting suppliers based on quality, reliability, cost-effectiveness and adherence to ethical and sustainability standards.
• Negotiating contracts and terms with suppliers to ensure favourable pricing, payment terms and mutually beneficial agreements.
• Collaborating with internal stakeholders to understand their requirements and align procurement activities with organisational goals.
• Conducting market research and analysis to stay updated on industry trends, supplier capabilities and pricing fluctuations.
• Managing supplier relationships, including ongoing performance evaluation, issue resolution and fostering long-term partnerships.
• Monitoring inventory levels, analysing demand patterns and implementing inventory management strategies to manage stock levels and avoid shortages or excesses.

Your tasks

• Implement procurement systems and tools to streamline processes and enhance efficiency.
• Source and negotiate with potential suppliers, assess their capabilities and evaluate their suitability based on predefined criteria.
• Manage supplier relationships, including regular communication, performance evaluations and issue resolution.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to understand their requirements and develop procurement plans accordingly.
• Analyse inventory levels, demand forecasts and consumption patterns to optimise stock levels and reduce carrying costs.
• Continuously evaluate and improve procurement practices, including identifying cost-saving opportunities and process enhancements.
• Prepare and present reports on procurement activities, performance metrics and cost savings to higher management.
• Develop and maintain procurement metrics to track performance, identify areas for improvement and report on sourcing effectiveness.
• Implement sustainable and socially responsible strategic sourcing practices, including supporting local suppliers and promoting ethical sourcing.
• Stay updated on regulatory requirements and ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations related to sourcing activities.

Required skills and qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or diploma in supply chain management, business administration or a related field.
• Some experience as a purchasing coordinator
• In-depth knowledge of procurement principles, strategies and best practices.
• Demonstrable experience in the floral industry and familiarity with local and international suppliers and sourcing channels.
• Strong skills in budgeting, cost optimisation and negotiation techniques.
• Knowledge of vendor management and inventory management systems.
• An analytical mind with excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.
• Willingness to work in a fast-paced and competitive environment.

• 5.5 days work week
• 9am to 6pm (Mondays to Fridays), Saturdays 9am to 1.00pm (after job confirmation will be alternate saturdays)
• Work location: Gul Circle (Near to MRT Station)
• Manage the operational purchasing needs such as planning, issuing and follow up on purchase orders delivery and shipment schedules
• Monitor, determine inventory levels and purchase needs (purchase forecast / plan)
• Evaluate suppliers performance base on the organization criteria
• Select suitable suppliers in terms of reliability, product quality and cost-efficiency
• Build and maintain positive long-term supplier relationships
• Assist in audits on procurement related matters
• Any other adhoc duties assigned

Requirements:

• At least 2 to 3 years of purchasing expereince
• Purchasing expereince in ship supply industry or F&B Industry will be an advantage

To apply, please email to [email protected]

Linus Yeo Yong Boon

CEI No: R1104497

EA License No: 99C4599

Responsibilities:

- Liaise and follow up with suppliers/forwarders for on-time delivery

- Assist with sourcing and selecting suppliers at the best costs, qualities, and services

- Assist with negotiation and planning of delivery schedule in all purchasing matters

- Caculate food cost

- Purchase office supplies

- Data Entry, Filing and manager inventory level.

- Other ad-hoc duties as required.

Requirements:

- 5 days week (Mon to Fri / 9am to 6pm)
- Bilingual in both English and Mandarin (to liaise with Chinese speaking managers)
- Minimum GCE ‘O’ Level
- Min/preferred years of working experience: 1 year
- Willing to learn and able to work in fast

- Outgoing personality, Strong in coordination pace environment
- Independent and able to multi-task
- Good Team Player

[What you will be working on]

As an intern, you will be required to:

• Conduct on-site visits and document reviews to assess an incentive recipient’s compliance with incentives conditions.
• Prepare review reports documenting the assessment and findings. The intern is required to have strong attention to detail and good analytical skills to conduct thorough and accurate compliance assessments.
• Engage with key stakeholders, including the organization being reviewed, EDB account managers, and policy divisions.  The intern is required to have good communication and interpersonal skills to engage the stakeholders effectively.
• Manage multiple projects, demonstrate good problem-solving skills, and a results-oriented approach to deliver quality outcomes.
• Ensuring service delivery in accordance with pre-defined service level agreements, from planning, fieldwork and reporting.

During your internship, you can expect to gain the following skills and experiences:

• Exposure to how EDB collaborates with Singapore-based companies to achieve common goals.
• Valuable experience in assessing and addressing organizational compliance and insights into incentive compliance assessments in public agencies such as the EDB.
• Opportunity to apply and strengthen audit skills, including financial record review, interviews with key personnel, and asset verification.
• Development of cross-functional partnership, interpersonal, and project management skills, essential for effective collaboration with diverse stakeholders.
• Foster essential professional skills, including risk management and analytical skills, crucial for conducting thorough and accurate compliance assessments.

[What we are looking for]

• Undergraduate in the penultimate year pursuing a degree in Business Accounting or a related field.
• Proficiency in English, both written and verbal, is essential.
• Availability for a 6-month internship from July/August 2024 onwards
• Singaporean/PR

[What you will be working on]

As our Intern, you will be required to/your deliverables are:

• Process payments to suppliers and reimbursement to staff involved in overseas operations.

• Monitoring accounts receivables, fixed assets, and bank accounts at overseas centres.

• Review, assess and provide recommendations for the assigned area within the overseas operations system and business process review project. For example, an Intern may be assigned to review the current process from procurement to payment for EDB overseas leases that fall under FRS116.

Learning outcomes and other experiences available to the intern as part of the internship:

• Gain insights into overseas operations procurement and finance management

• Gain familiarity with SAP Concur and Workday

• Gain experience with system and workflow re-design project and project management skills.

[What we are looking for]

Requirements

• Singaporean/Singaporean PR

• Polytechnic students available for a full-time internship from March – June/July 2024

• Basic accounting knowledge

Why Join Us?

• Global Top 50 Electronics Components Distributor
• Certified Great Place to Work
• Central Location (River Valley)
• Attractive remuneration and commission package
• Career prospect
• Medical benefits, birthday leave and more
• Training opportunities

If you are a proactive and strategic sourcing professional with a passion for driving supplier excellence on a global scale, we encourage you to apply.

Job Responsibilities

• Responsible for managing end-to-end procurement and fulfilment processes, supplier development, and global supplier partnerships
• Develop and execute strategies for identifying and developing semiconductor suppliers on a global scale to expand and diversify the supplier base
• Monitor and evaluate geopolitical, regulatory, and market trends that impact global sourcing and supplier relationships
• Collaborate with suppliers to improve quality, cost-effectiveness, and delivery performance.
• Negotiate pricing, terms, and conditions with suppliers to achieve cost savings and favourable agreements
• Conduct regular supplier performance reviews to ensure quality, delivery, and responsiveness meet company standards
• Identify opportunities to consolidate suppliers, reduce lead times, and improve overall supply chain resilience
• Manage the entire procurement lifecycle, including requisition processing, purchase order creation, and order tracking
• Liaise with logistics team to ensure timely and accurate delivery of goods and services to meet operational demands
• Liaise with the Sales Team on customer’s specific components requests and provide inventory information

Job requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Logistics or related field
• Strong sense of urgency and attention to details
• Bilingual is preferred
• Proactive, excellent communication and negotiation skills
• Analytical with a methodical approach to problem solving
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint
• Candidates with no experience are welcome to apply!