Procurement Manager

BEIJING URBAN CONSTRUCTION GROUP CO., LTD. (Singapore Branch); Greater London; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

A construction company in Singapore seeks a skilled procurement professional with at least 8 years of experience. Responsibilities include conducting market research, managing suppliers, and negotiating contracts within the framework of international trade rules. The ideal candidate will hold a relevant bachelor's degree and possess analytical skills to forecast market trends. Candidates with procurement certifications will be preferred. This role requires excellent communication skills and attention to detail.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years of relevant working experience in procurement.
• Proficient in INCOTERMS 2020 international trade rules.
• Familiar with the FIDIC Silver Book contract framework.
• Certified Procurement/Supply Chain Credentials are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct market research on Singapore material market and regulations.
• Coordinate subcontracting bidding and inquiry work.
• Manage domestic material suppliers and inspections.
• Review and register procurement plans.
• Conduct bidding and complete contract negotiations.
• Ensure transportation safety and necessary permits.
• Maintain procurement management ledgers.
• Balance inventory management of procured materials.

Skills

Market research

Supplier management

Contract negotiation

Inventory management

Analytical skills

Interpersonal communication

Education

Bachelor in Supply Chain or Civil

Tools

Project cost management software

Job description

Key Responsibilities and Activities:

• Conduct market research on the Singapore material market, including government regulations, manufacturer resources, and material production standards.
• Coordinate subcontracting bidding and inquiry work.
• Manage domestic material suppliers, including potential supplier inspections, data collection, and qualified supplier reviews.
• Receive, review, and register procurement plans in the ledger.
• Conduct bidding/inquiry procurement, prepare and review bidding documents, and negotiate contracts.
• Familiarity with Singapore customs policies and procedures.
• Ensure transportation safety and obtain necessary permits for large-scale transportation.
• Maintain procurement management ledgers (planning, contract, invoice, guarantee).
• Balance inventory management of domestically procured materials.
• Utilize project cost management software.
• Risk Management and Quality Control.
• Ensure delivery schedules meet project milestone requirements.
• Manage the safety of unloading and transportation of materials.

Requirements

• Bachelor in Supply Chain、Civil or equivalent；
• Minimum 8 years of relevant working experiences in procurement;
• Proficient in INCOTERMS 2020 international trade rules; familiar with the FIDIC Silver Book contract framework.
• Capable of analyzing price fluctuations in bulk building materials (e.g., steel, cement) and forecasting market trends.
• Certified Procurement/Supply Chain Credentials (e.g., CIPS – Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply or CSCP – Certified Supply Chain Professional) are strongly preferred.
• Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills;
• International mindset and an ability to drive collaboration, both within BUCG and externally;
• Strong analytical skills and ability to develop practical solutions;
• Attention to details.