Responsibilities
- Manage the full purchasing cycle from Purchase Requisition (PR) to receipt of goods and services.
- Prepare and issue Purchase Orders (PO) in accordance with approved authority levels.
- Ensure all purchases comply with company procurement policies and SOPs.
- Monitor order status and ensure timely delivery of goods and services.
- Responsible for overseeing the purchasing of inventory required for operations.
- Source, evaluate, and recommend potential new vendors and suppliers.
- Maintain good working relationships with existing vendors to ensure consistent quality, pricing, and service levels.
- Review and compare quotations and conduct cost analysis prior to purchase.
- Assist in price negotiation, payment terms, and contractual arrangements with suppliers.
Insurance Management
- Manage insurance-related procurement, including policy coordination, renewals, and documentation.
- Liaise with insurers, brokers, and internal stakeholders on insurance matters.
- Ensure insurance coverage aligns with operational and business requirements.
Cost Control & Budget Monitoring
- Ensure procurement activities are within the approved budget.
- Identify cost-saving opportunities without compromising quality or operational efficiency.
- Prepare periodic procurement and expenditure reports for management review.
Documentation & Records
- Maintain complete and accurate records of quotations, POs, Delivery Orders (DO), invoices, and contracts.
- Ensure procurement documentation is properly filed and audit-ready.
- Support internal and external audits by providing relevant procurement records.
Operational & Administrative Support
- Work closely with Operations & Finance departments to fulfil purchasing requirements.
- Manage procurement for operational needs such as uniforms, equipment, machinery, spare parts, and site-related supplies.
- Monitor inventory levels to ensure sufficient stock availability for smooth daily operations.
Compliance & Process Improvement
- Ensure procurement activities comply with internal policies and applicable regulations.
- Propose improvements to procurement processes to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
- Assist in updating procurement SOPs when required.
Requirements & Qualifications
Education
- Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Procurement, Business Administration, Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
Experience
- Minimum 1–3 years of working experience in procurement or purchasing.
- Experience in operations, facility management, car park, or service-based industries will be an added advantage.
- Strong negotiation and communication skills.
- Good analytical and cost comparison skills.
- Ability to multitask and manage priorities effectively.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word) and procurement/ERP systems.
- Detail-oriented, disciplined, and high level of integrity.
Personal Attributes
- Responsible and reliable.
- Proactive with strong initiative.
- Able to work independently as well as in a team.
- Able to work under pressure and meet deadlines.