Position: Purchasing Officer / Purchasing Coordinator

Working days: 5 days week

Location: near to Joo Koon MRT, 2 bus stops away

With In-house canteen

Key Responsibilities:

• Support HOD to conduct existing and potential suppliers cost evaluating activity, execute procurement strategies and sourcing activities / review and implement purchase protocol and requirement.

• establish rapport / strategic negotiation with suppliers to achieve competitive price, lead time and on time delivery / ensure supply assurance.

• Keep an up-to-date contract database as well as identifying and acting upon forthcoming renewals required

• Resolve Operating Purchasing material shortage escalation

• Update of Purchasing Record and Supplier Sourcing List / sufficient stationery supplies and etc

• Assign any other ad-hoc duties for follow-up when necessary.

Job Requirements:

• Good communication skills

• Resourceful, proactive and meticulous

• Good team player

• GCE'A' Level / Diploma / Degree in any field or with some relevant working experience

Primary Objective(s) of Position

• Inventory management to ensure stock holdings are kept to a minimum.
• To oversee and support the team to ensure that productivity and cost efficiency targets are achieved.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Perform regular cycle counts to ensure inventory accuracy and reconcile any discrepancies.
• Prepare and present inventory reports to management, advising trends and process improvements.
• Review non-moving inventory and make recommendations for resolution.
• Ensure that the team complies with company policies and procedures.
• Support and guide team members in processes when required.

Person Specifications

• A Diploma in Engineering or 2 years of relevant experience in the spare parts trade
• Proficient with Microsoft Office applications
• Meticulous, highly organized and a team player
• Possess good interpersonal, customer service and coordination skills
• Ability to converse coherently with customers through phone calls and emails

Job Responsibilities

• Raise PO and follow up with vendors for timely delivery.
• Work with operations team on material purchasing plan to support production and ensure continuous material supply.
• Escalate material supply issue and work with team within region and globally on potential path forward.
• Provide material management data for review and feedback on potential improvement in material management process and planning.
• Ensure inventory accuracy by working closely with operations team.
• Maintain strategic relationships with vendors, negotiate best rates and credit terms.
• Measure and manage the vendors cost, quality and delivery performance.
• Ensure all activities related to purchasing function comply with company policies, Quality and EHS procedures.
• Other ad-hoc duties as assigned.

Job Requirements

• Familiar with MS Office application preferred. Experience with JDE a plus.
• A team player with the ability to meet tight deadlines in fast-paced environment.
• Proactive, positive attitude, responsible individual and proven ability to work in a team environment.
• Bilingual in English and Mandarin as suppliers and vendors include Mainland china.

Job Description & Requirements

This job role is to support the procurement team mainly. The job entails learning the Purchaser's functions such as PO issuance, reconciliation of DOs with POs and invoices in order to assist the Purchaser.

1. Learn to use in-house procurement system to issue POs, check inventory levels, generate reports etc.
2. Reconciliation of delivery orders with purchase orders and invoices.
3. Creating POs, uploading DOs on in-house system.
4. Work with colleagues on fulfilling requests.
5. Checking subcontractor's billing as required.
6. Liaise with suppliers as required.
7. Updating repair list for vehicle and machinery, as cover buddy.
8. Monthly preparation of labels for site usage, as cover buddy.
9. Scanning, photocopying, filing and related admin support to other department.

Qualifications and Experience:

1. 1-2 years of experience in office admin work
2. This role would suit someone wishing to go on the procurement path or with some experience in procurement.
3. O-Levels and above.
4. Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365. High level of competence in Excel will be favoured.
5. Highly detailed and always checks own work.
6. Quick and accurate in processing data.
7. Strong analytical skills and able to organise data to convey information clearly.
8. Highly organised; uses calendar or sticky notes to set alert for tasks
9. Team player.
10. Strong communication skills.
11. Ability to follow SOP strictly.
12. Takes the initiative and self-driven.
13. Strong problem solving skills

Working hours:

Monday - Friday, 8:30am - 5:30pm

Saturday, 8:30am - 12:30pm (WFH when required)

Responsibilities:

• Make orders for construction materials and other items as requested.
• Ensure timely delivery of orders.
• Ensure all delivery orders are in accordance to PO and verification of DO for preparation of payment.
• Call for quotations and source for new supplies if need and recommendation of award.
• Work closely with site team for material purchases.
• Process and generate PO/RO
• All other tasks assigned
  
  Requirements:
• GCE O/A Levels or Diploma qualifications.
• Prior experience in working in construction industry is preferred.
• At least 3 years of relevant working experience.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities:

• Make orders for construction materials and other items as requested.
• Ensure timely delivery of orders.
• Ensure all delivery orders are in accordance to PO and verification of DO for preparation of payment.
• Call for quotations and source for new supplies if need and recommendation of award.
• Work closely with site team for material purchases.
• Process and generate PO/RO
• All other tasks assigned
  
  Requirements:
• GCE O/A Levels or Diploma qualifications.
• Prior experience in working in construction industry is preferred.
• At least 3 years of relevant working experience.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office.

Job Responsibilities

- Manage and lead procurement activities for supplies and services from vendors.

- Lead the competitive sourcing process, initiate requests for information/Quotation/Proposal, negotiate commercial terms.

- Execute all contractual matters of assigned projects and ensure that they are dealt with effectively.

- Monitor and analysis trends in spending and inventory control and make recommendations to identify areas for saving.

- Other adhoc matters assigned by the Management.

Requirements

- Min 3 years of relevant experience

- Has experience in managerial role, preferably in the F&B industry

- Good leadership and people management

- Knowledge of MS Office (Google Drive)

- A positive work attitude and willingness to learn and contribute

- Good interpersonal and communication skills

- Self-driven and highly-motivated

- High degree of commitment and a good team player

- Able to work under pressure and in a fast-paced environment

- Have initiative, independent and well-organised

Job Responsibilities

- Provide advice to internal stakeholders on all procurement-related matters and ensure they are compliant with Company Procurement Policy.

- Perform vendor screening, supply market research and analytical studies to identify and select potential suppliers to be added to the pre-approved vendor list.

- Prepare RFQ/Tender documents

- Review and evaluate quotations from vendor

- Coordinate purchasing activities and services based on company’s needs.

- Monitor process and supplier performance and resolve issues with suppliers.

- Manage and analyze expense data with the objective to derive cost saving opportunities.

- Monitor contracts and renewal prior to expiry

- Any other duties assigned by manager

Requirements

- Min 3 years of relevant experience in the F&B industry

- Knowledge of MS Office (Google Drive)

- A positive work attitude and willingness to learn and contribute

- Good interpersonal and communication skills

- Self-driven and highly-motivated

- High degree of commitment and a good team player

- Able to work under pressure and in a fast-paced environment

- Have initiative, independent and well-organised

Responsibilities:

• Prequalification, sourcing, selection, negotiation and evaluation of vendors for best purchase price while maintaining the highest level of quality, reliability and service
• Originate, negotiate, finalize and maintain category contracts and agreements and ensure that vendor contracts are managed in line with the specifications of the Procurement Policies and principles, in order to develop sustainable partnerships with vendors
• Ensure users obtain the best value in pricing, service quality, technology, delivery and safety competency
• Regular vendor evaluation, vendor scorecard management and audits
• Responsible for Buyer’s scope and Oracle Cloud System (OCS) key user
• Vet commercial terms and conditions (T&Cs)
• Ensure T&C are favorable and in compliance with Vopak standards and policies
• Identify opportunities for cost reduction to reduce total cost of ownership for all related Opex and Capex spend
• Involvement in continuous improvement to improve Procurement Process, Department’s Competence and Information Management
• Implement category strategies to drive cost savings, growth and minimizing supply chain risk
• Lead in coordination and implementation of all related sustaining, improvement and SHE related Capex projects
• Consolidate and Manage internal spend and vendor base
• Understand sourcing requirements, develop strategy and plan for category spend and vendor base
• Manage percentage savings for identified Influenceable Opex spend, for all related sustaining, improvement and Capex spend
• Manage increase in spend influence and spend under framework contract
• Ensure consolidation and reporting of such spend and potential savings for management reporting

Requirements:

• Degree in Supply Chain/Business/Engineering or related studies
• At least 5 years of relevant Buyer’s scope, Contract Management, Supply Management and Negotiation, preferably in a similar industry, and at least 3 years’ experience in procurement, sales, business development, project management, plant operations, or product supply
• Strong commercial awareness and experience of Contract Law
• Proven experience in contract negotiations & vendor management
• Strong negotiation and communication skills
• Analytical and decisive with high initiative
• A quick-learner, a good team player as well as possess the aptitude to work well independently
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Proficient in MS Office application and ERP system

Job Responsibilities

- Provide advice to internal stakeholders on all procurement-related matters and ensure they are compliant with Company Procurement Policy.

- Perform vendor screening, supply market research and analytical studies to identify and select potential suppliers to be added to the pre-approved vendor list.

- Prepare RFQ/Tender documents

- Review and evaluate quotations from vendor

- Coordinate purchasing activities and services based on company’s needs.

- Monitor process and supplier performance and resolve issues with suppliers.

- Manage and analyze expense data with the objective to derive cost saving opportunities.

- Monitor contracts and renewal prior to expiry

- Any other duties assigned by manager

Requirements

- Min 3 years of relevant experience in the F&B industry

- Knowledge of MS Office (Google Drive)

- A positive work attitude and willingness to learn and contribute

- Good interpersonal and communication skills

- Self-driven and highly-motivated

- High degree of commitment and a good team player

- Able to work under pressure and in a fast-paced environment

- Have initiative, independent and well-organised

Job Responsibilities

- Provide advice to internal stakeholders on all procurement-related matters and ensure they are compliant with Company Procurement Policy.

- Perform vendor screening, supply market research and analytical studies to identify and select potential suppliers to be added to the pre-approved vendor list.

- Prepare RFQ/Tender documents

- Review and evaluate quotations from vendor

- Coordinate purchasing activities and services based on company’s needs.

- Monitor process and supplier performance and resolve issues with suppliers.

- Manage and analyze expense data with the objective to derive cost saving opportunities.

- Monitor contracts and renewal prior to expiry

- Any other duties assigned by manager

Requirements

- Min 3 years of relevant experience in the F&B industry

- Knowledge of MS Office (Google Drive)

- A positive work attitude and willingness to learn and contribute

- Good interpersonal and communication skills

- Self-driven and highly-motivated

- High degree of commitment and a good team player

- Able to work under pressure and in a fast-paced environment

- Have initiative, independent and well-organised

Job Description:

• Conduct assessments to identify and qualify vendors based on quality, cost, and reliability;
• Draft and distribute RFPs (Request for Proposal) to potential vendors, outlining the specifications and requirements for products or services needed;
• Perform detailed cost analyses to identify optimal procurement options aligned with budget constraints and quality standards;
• Lead negotiations with suppliers to secure advantageous contract terms and conditions;
• Keep procurement activities compliant with internal policies and external regulations;
• Collaborate with the quality control team to ensure the purchased materials meet all necessary quality metrics;
• Oversee the entire ordering process, from initial requisition to final delivery, ensuring timeliness and accuracy;
• Maintain and nurture relationships with suppliers for long-term partnership and potential cost savings;
• Serve as the point of contact between engineering departments and suppliers to clarify technical specifications or resolve issues.

Job Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related field;
• Certification in procurement or supply chain management (e.g. CPSM, CSCP) is preferred;
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in procurement or purchasing;
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously;
• Experience in vendor management and supplier relationship management;
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills;
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously;
• Negotiation Skills, Strategic Thinking, Communications Skills.

Job Responsibilities

- Manage and lead procurement activities for supplies and services from vendors.

- Lead the competitive sourcing process, initiate requests for information/Quotation/Proposal, negotiate commercial terms.

- Execute all contractual matters of assigned projects and ensure that they are dealt with effectively.

- Monitor and analysis trends in spending and inventory control and make recommendations to identify areas for saving.

- Other adhoc matters assigned by the Management.

Requirements

- Min 3 years of relevant experience

- Has experience in managerial role, preferably in the F&B industry

- Good leadership and people management

- Knowledge of MS Office (Google Drive)

- A positive work attitude and willingness to learn and contribute

- Good interpersonal and communication skills

- Self-driven and highly-motivated

- High degree of commitment and a good team player

- Able to work under pressure and in a fast-paced environment

- Have initiative, independent and well-organised

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

· - Identify, evaluate, and select suppliers based on cost, quality, and delivery capabilities.

· - Ensure all purchased items meet specifications and comply with relevant standards.

· - Negotiate contracts, terms, and pricing with suppliers to secure optimal cost efficiency and align with project requirements.

· - Manage purchase requisitions, orders, delivery, and invoices.

· - Monitor inventory levels and forecast demand to ensure timely procurement of necessary materials.

· - Collaborate with departments to understand purchasing needs and ensure alignment with company objectives.

· - Conduct supplier evaluations and performance reviews to maintain compliance with contractual obligations.

· - Build and maintain strong supplier relationships, resolving issues related to delivery, quality, or invoicing.

· - Perform additional tasks as assigned.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

· - Degree in Quantity Surveying, Building, Mechanical and Electrical Engineering or Supply Chain Management with at least 2 years of relevant experience.

· - Prior experience in the construction sector, main contractor is preferred.

· - Knowledge of the full procurement process, including Quantity Surveying (QS) experience, is an advantage.

· - Strong communication (both written and verbal) and interpersonal skills.

· -Good negotiation and stakeholder management skills

· - Self-motivated, resourceful, and with a positive attitude.

Purchasing:

-Obtain quotes to various vendors upon receipt of Request for Quotation.

-Closely follow-up and ensure timely receipt of quotations.

-Extensively source required products / services in the most economical way.

-Prepare and evaluate bid tabulation for recommendation on the best quotation option.

-Timely placement of orders to avoid delays in material deliverables.

-Monitor and expedite delivery as and when required.

- Data Entry for billing to related Takagi Ramen/ Takagi Food/ Daichi Kitchen

Logistic:

- Operate vehicle safely and efficiently, ensuring that all stock are transported to their destination on time.

- Responsible for smooth logistics activity, warehousing transportation, and shipping by closely communicate with internal and external parties. Deliver stock from warehouse to outlets

- Warehouse duties such as unloading goods from containers & arranging them

- Inventory Management (Receiving, checking, ordering and counting of stocks from suppliers), ensure warehouse is arranged in an orderly manner

- Operate Pallet Jack and Pallet Stacker to keep warehouse neat and tidy

- Assist Driver to unload goods to the outlets.

- Maintain housekeeping and safety for the warehouse area

- Liaise with freight forwarder and handing import shipment documents

- In charge of financial month end & year end physical stocks take listing

- Any other ad hoc duties assigned by the management

Responsibilities: -

Purchasing Functions

• Handling procurement activities including sourcing, liaising, price & contract negotiation with existing and new suppliers for the purchase of security systems devices and equipment.
• Raise PO promptly.
• To match all DOs to POs and monitor delivery schedule.
• Manage and update stock prices in system.
• Work with Sales/Technical team to avoid costly urgent and sudden shortage/ramp up of stocks, as well as urgent follow up with suppliers on critical stocks required.
• Collaborate with Sales, Finance & Technical to manage subcontractors and suppliers.
• Monitor any potential slow-moving stocks which may lead to obsolescence and maintain optimal level of stocks according to usage demand.
• Establish and negotiate for reliable and effective freight cost.
• Analyse monthly stock report and recommend on replenishments quantity.
• Identify and implement process improvements within purchasing functions.

Administrative Functions

• Prepare documentations for Engineers including delivery orders, testing & comissioning, safety documents, etc.
• Support projects including monitoring follow up/outstanding list, liaising with vendors/user on schedule, consolidating meeting minutes, etc.
• Prepare weekly reports, monthly project management report, customer reports.
• Collating worker’s information quarterly in accordance with PDPA standard used by Project team for site document submission.
• Attend to customers’ enquiry and feedback and channel to relevant PM/PE.
• Provide office administrative and secretarial support to Project team including booking of meeting room, etc.
• Identify and implement process improvements within administrative functions.
• Preparation and submission of service quotation for customer including following-up action, creating sales order/job card/service call log, create job journal, etc
• Analyse customers’ request and channel to relevant dept for follow-up action, ensure all cases are attended to and closed promptly.
• Assist Finance in billing matters pertaining to modification jobs (collating and submitting of relevant documentations for billing).
• Assist Service Controller in requesting quotation from supplier/subcontractor.

Summary

PerkinElmer is seeking an experienced and motivated Team Lead, Purchasing to join our dynamic team in Singapore. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in procurement and supply chain management, with excellent leadership skills and a proven track record in managing purchasing operations. This role will oversee the purchasing team, ensuring efficient and cost-effective procurement of materials and services, while maintaining high standards of quality and compliance.

Key Accountabilities

• Lead a team of procurement specialist in their daily activities and in meeting the departmental objectives and metrics
• Work closely with Planning Department on demand requirement
• Ensure timely release purchase orders per system generated purchase requisitions and all purchase orders are delivered on time
• Proactively monitor material delivery according to SIOP plan to ensure no material shortage impact to production
• Perform weekly inventory monitoring to ensure all raw material inventory targets are achieved.
• Supplier performance tracking and management.
• Review E&O and manage LTB activities to minimize obsolescence risk
• Streamline processes and drive continuous improvement in performance and customer/employee satisfaction.
• Lead in special projects and key initiatives identified from time to time, as assigned

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree holder in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Engineering or equivalent disciplines
• At least 5 years of working experience with 2 years in leadership role
• Strong PC skills including Microsoft Office applications
• Good knowledge in SAP especially for MM/ PP modules
• Meticulous and good oral and written communication
• Strong analytical and interpersonal skills
• Strong bias for action and results oriented. Ability to prioritize and work independently and proactively is critical for success
• Self-motivated and able to manage multiple and complex tasks in a fast paced and challenging environment
• Demonstrates diplomacy, confidentiality and professionalism
• Has a strong sense of business acumen and is comfortable working with tight timelines

1. To assist in sending out official PO to sub suppliers

2. To follow up with suppliers on delivery of items

3. To follow up on returned goods from customers

4. Print documents for the relevant departments

Our client in Oil & Gas manufacturing sector is currently hiring a full-time Inventory Coordinator role. The Inventory Coordinator is responsible for handling end-to-end Inventory Management process. Job scope involves managing Incoming and Outgoing shipments, Managing Material Receipts & Issuance and ensuring Inventory accuracy in system at all times.

Job Responsibilities:

• Handle Material Receipts & Issuance in accordance to Company Procedure.
• Prepare and complete orders for delivery or pickup according to schedule (load, pack, wrap, label, ship)
• Receive and process warehouse stock products (pick, unload, label, store)
• Reconciles discrepancies in inventories and notifies Supervisor of irregularities and when stock reaches designated reorder point.
• Ensure inventory accuracy through conducting all inventory transactions related to shipping, receiving, work orders and sales orders accurately and in a timely manner.
• Conduct all transactions related to parent/child asset relationships accurately and in a timely manner.
• Run and initiate cycle count reports weekly basis.
• Provide variance explanation, if needed.
• Work assignments carried out to the highest quality level.
• Perform various other duties and activities as assigned by supervisor within the physical constraints of the job.

Job Requirements

• Min Secondary School/ NITEC in Engineering, Logistics / Supply Chain or equivalent.
• Ability to multi-task.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Applications.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Good Team Player & Independent Worker who can work under minimal supervision.
• Should possess 2-3+ years of general inventory experience.
• Basic Forklift License is an added advantage.

Our Inventory & Logistic Coordinator is responsible for handling end-to-end Inventory Management process. Job scope involves managing Incoming and Outgoing shipments, Managing Material Receipts & Issuance and ensuring Inventory accuracy in system at all times.

RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIES

• Handle Incoming and Outgoing shipments.
• Handle Material Receipts & Issuance in accordance to Company Procedure.
• Prepare and complete orders for delivery or pickup according to schedule (load, pack, wrap, label, ship)
• Receive and process warehouse stock products (pick, unload, label, store)
• Reconciles discrepancies in inventories and notifies supervisor of irregularities and when stock reaches designated reorder point.
• Ensure inventory accuracy through conducting all inventory transactions related to shipping, receiving, work orders and sales orders accurately and in a timely manner.
• Conduct all transactions related to parent/child asset relationships accurately and in a timely manner.
• Run and initiate cycle count reports on a daily basis.
• Provide variance explanation, if needed.
• Know and understand Company Quality Policy and comply with all requirements of the Quality Systems Manual, Operating and Technical Procedures and Workplace Instructions.
• Must understand and comply with all safety rules and company policies of the Company.
• Work assignments carried out to the highest quality level.
• Perform various other duties and activities as assigned by supervisor within the physical constraints of the job.

Requirements:

• Minimum of 2-3 years General Inventory Experience
• Ability to multi-task
• Excellent organizational skills
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Basic Forklift skills
• Proficient in basic computer skills
• Ability to work closely and collaboratively with fellow employees
• Secondary School Diploma or equivalent
• Forklift license is a plus

Job Description:

• Manage the procurement activities of direct materials, including review and convert Purchasing. Requisition (PR) into Purchase Orders (PO); resolve invoice, or quality related discrepancies.
• Sending requirements to suppliers : Request for Quote (RFQ), Request for information (RFI) using digital tools.
• Purchase price analysis and price negotiations; Identification and realization of savings potentials,
• Close cooperation with the stake holders and suppliers.
• Supplier management including supplier set up, supplier evaluation and development.
• Optimization of existing supply chain processes and participation in project teams.
• Leverage existing procurement processes and compliance while seeking to identify best management practices. Using a continual improvement mindset to create efficient processes.

We are looking for:

• Degree in Industrial Engineering, Business Management, Economy or similar areas,
• +4 years professional experience in a similar position,
• Knowledge of Procurement / Supply Chain activities with a broad solid understanding of operational, activities across a range of businesses.
• Previous experience of working in Supply Chain Management
• Good knowledge of MS Office and SAP
• Fluent in English (written and spoken); Strong communication and negotiation skills;

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Source spare parts for vehicles and construction machinery/equipment.
• Request and compare quotations from suppliers/vendors to ensure the best value.
• Prepare and process purchase orders based on approved requirements.
• Maintain accurate records of purchase transactions and order confirmations.
• Track and manage delivery timelines to ensure parts arrive as scheduled.
• Accurately input and maintain data related to purchasing activities in company systems.
• Manage and update vendor databases and contact lists.
• Assist and support purchasing-related administrative matters.

QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS:

• Familiarity with Excel, Word, Outlook.
• Able to liaise with English and Chinese-speaking colleagues/workers.
• Able to work well in a team setting.
• Energetic and willing to learn.

OTHERS

• 5-day workweek
• Office at Kian Teck Road (off Upper Jurong Road)

Responsibilities:

1. To ensure alignment of Divisional Procurement strategy & processes to the Group Procurement Policies & Authorities
2. To ensure effective governance and transparency of operations
3. To maximize value creation & optimize total cost of ownership
4. To ensure a stable and competitive supplier base
5. To adopt best in class procurement systems and processes

Strategic Responsibilities:

1. Perform Spend Analysis to support sourcing strategy and annual plan development for TSL
2. Perform study of supply market intelligence (market, vendor, product, commodity, etc) for TSL
3. Drive procurement cost reduction initiatives within TSL
4. Support the development and drive the implementation of Group Procurement strategies, policies and initiatives at TSL
5. Contribute to the development of procurement planning processes
6. Lead/Manage the procurement processes at TSL
7. Drive the alignment of Divisional SOP to GPPA and ensure compliance to GPPA for TSL
8. Drive and manage capability development and knowledge management for TSL

Operational Responsibilities:

1. Conduct tenders in accordance to Division SOP/GPPA and make recommendations to Tender Committee
2. Understanding and influencing sourcing project / business requirements. Identify opportunities that focus on cost reductions, efficiencies/quality improvements, risk mitigation, industry and supply trends and shifts in technology
3. Supplier Classification, Relationship Management and contract management
4. Proactively work with Stakeholders and assist in or directly manage spend
5. Know, understand and stay abreast of industry trends, benchmarks, best practices, etc.
6. Monitor Strategic/key Suppliers to provide internal notifications and develop risk mitigation scenarios
7. Analyze past and future demand volumes, inventory trends and current inventory levels
8. Drive Procurement Digital Strategy (Digitization and Automation of processes) and reductions in Total Cost of Ownership (i.e. supply programs, catalogs) at TSL
9. Supplier assessment and due diligence: Conduct assessments and audits of current and potential suppliers to evaluate their compliance with ethical, social, and environmental standards. Identify risks and areas for improvement and collaborate with suppliers to drive corrective actions.
10. Supplier performance monitoring: Establish metrics and key performance indicators (KPIs) to evaluate supplier performance in responsible sourcing. Regularly monitor and evaluate supplier performance, providing feedback and guidance to drive continuous improvement.
11. Stakeholder engagement: Collaborate with internal stakeholders, including procurement, legal, sustainability, and operations teams, to ensure responsible sourcing practices are integrated into procurement processes.
12. Training and awareness: Conduct training programs to educate employees, suppliers, and other relevant stakeholders on responsible sourcing practices. Promote awareness and understanding of responsible sourcing throughout the organization.
13. Reporting and transparency: Prepare regular reports and metrics to track responsible sourcing performance. Ensure transparency by communicating progress, challenges, and achievements to internal and external stakeholders.
14. Continuous improvement: Drive continuous improvement initiatives related to responsible sourcing, collaborating with suppliers and internal teams to implement best practices, innovative approaches, and new technologies.
15. System evaluation and enhancement: Assess the effectiveness of current procurement systems and tools. Identify gaps, inefficiencies, and user pain points. Collaborate with IT and procurement teams to recommend system enhancements to improve functionality, usability, and data integrity.
16. Managing the roles and permissions assigned to individual users. Involves in determining the access levels and responsibilities of different users and ensuring that the appropriate individuals or authorities have the necessary approval rights.
17. Continuous improvement: Stay informed about emerging procurement trends, technologies, and best practices. Proactively identify opportunities for process improvement and automation. Lead or participate in projects to implement new tools, systems, or process enhancements.

Requirements:

1. Operational

(i) Perform Cost Benefit analysis of strategies and initiatives

(ii) Prepares Monthly, Quarterly and Yearly performance reporting, when required

(iii) Project implementation

(iv) Perform business process analysis for Procurement (MS Dynamic 365)

(v) Risk Management and reporting

(vi) Drive ESG policy implementation and reporting for Procurement

2. Strategic

(i) Identifying procurement strategies to suit the different business needs

(ii) Negotiations with strategic vendors, when required.

3. Interactions

Divisions/BUs (50%)

(i) Implement the strategic procurement initiatives across the

Division.

External Parties (50%)

(i) Negotiations with strategic vendors

(ii) Guide consultants on the relevant strategic procurement

initiatives

i. Bachelors's Degree in any discipline

ii. Masters Degree or Procurement Professional Certification will be an advantage.

iii. Minimum 8 years of experience

Interested candidate can send in your resume in Microsoft Words, along with a picture of yourself to :

[email protected]

We regret to inform that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Thank you for applying.

Carol Tan

EA License No.: 23C1894

EA Personnel No.: R24121972

The Procurement and Contract Coordinator will be responsible for all aspects of the procurement process and oversee contracts administration at Singapore American School. This role includes ensuring that procurement activities are efficient, compliant with school’s policies and procedures and aligned with school’s objectives. Procurement activities will include but not be limited to negotiating with vendors and suppliers, and managing contracts in an effort to obtain cost-effective quality services, products and supplies with a goal of managing procurement expenses schoolwide.

We are seeking an innovative leader with experience developing, implementing and enforcing consistent purchasing policies and procedures across academic and operational functional areas of the school.

Responsibilities:

Procurement Management

• Develop procurement strategies that are inventive and cost effective
• Review procurement policy and procedures, and provide support and advice to other departments
• Act as an advisor and key point of contact for decentralized purchasing activities performed within the school
• Conduct and lead purchasing and procurement training sessions to ensure that all employees involved in purchasing decisions and activities have a clear understanding of procurement guidelines and purchasing parameters

Purchasing activities

• Perform purchasing activities (tender, award, issuance of purchase orders, review of agreements and the follow up on product and service delivery) for overseas purchases related to educational materials

Vendors and suppliers management

• Review vendors’ qualification and perform financial due diligence on qualified vendors
• Maintain a database of vendors in SAP
• Build and maintain strong relationships with vendors and suppliers to support the school’s procurement needs

Contracts administration

• Review and approve contracts as per delegation of authority,
• Maintain contracts database, ensuring all contracts are up-to-date and properly executed
• Monitor contract performance

Others

• Act as a key user for procurement activities conducted in SAP
• Maintain positive relationships with vendors and internal stakeholders
• Identify opportunities to streamline existing procurement processes. Reinforce internal controls related to purchasing activities and ensure compliance
• Develop reporting and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) on purchasing performance and spending and regularly report to the Finance Director

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor degree in purchasing, supply management, logistics or business administration
• At least 5 years of procurement management experience
• Demonstrated ability to lead teams and to influence without direct authority across a large organization
• Experience in education industry procurement / purchasing would be a plus through is not a requirement for success in this role
• Experience with e-procurement and Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) such as SAP S4 Hana
• In-depth knowledge of preparing and reviewing contracts, invoicing, and negotiating terms of agreement
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and Google suite
• Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment to drive results
• Excellent customer service and communication skills
• High level of integrity, professionalism and demonstrated attention to detail

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Job Description

· Procurement and sales

· Source & procure equipment/ components/ spares, etc.

· Vendor evaluation and registration

· Prepare purchase requisitions

· Price negotiations

· Prepare sales contracts

· Prepare shipping documents

· Management of supplier and client relationships

· Resolve issues related to requirements, substitutions, damages, quality, delivery and other important terms and conditions.

· Ensure accurate and timely payment for invoices

· After sales service

Job Requirements

· Candidate must possess a Diploma in Engineering or Business Admin with at least 5 year(s) of relevant experience in Marine/ Shipyard.

· Strong communication negotiation and interpersonal skill

· Bilingual in English and Mandarin

· Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, Excel, Words and Powerpoint, etc.)