Buyer (Export Control)

Beex Pte Ltd; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP / equity participation

Healthcare support

Skills upgrading / learning credits

Industry events access

Well-stocked pantry with snacks

Job summary

BeeX is seeking a Buyer 2 (Export Control) to source specialised HAUV components and ensure purchases, imports, and exports comply with trade controls. You will manage long‑lead items like subsea connectors, sensors, PCBs, batteries, and machined parts while balancing cost, lead time, and quality.

You will classify items against control lists, obtain end‑user certificates and permits, screen parties, and support audits across Singapore, Malaysia, and international clients in the maritime,

Qualifications

• Degree or diploma in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or related field
• 2–5 years purchasing experience in electronics, robotics, marine, aerospace, or defence
• Hands-on export control and customs compliance experience
• Understanding dual-use and sanctions screening
• Experience with ERP systems and strong Excel skills
• Negotiation, organisation, and communication with engineers and suppliers

Responsibilities

• Source HAUV components and services based on BOMs and production plans
• Request quotations, negotiate prices, issue PO, and track orders
• Classify components against control lists and manage permits
• Maintain ERP data and report spend, supplier performance, and compliance

Skills

Export controls

ERP systems (Odoo)

Excel

Supplier negotiation

Cross-border logistics

Communication

Education

Degree or diploma in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, International Trade

Tools

Odoo

ClickUp

Job description

About BeeX

BeeX is building the world's most advanced Hovering Autonomous Underwater Vehicles (HAUVs).

BeeX specialises in providing autonomous robotics solutions to safeguard underwater infrastructure in the maritime, energy and defense sectors, reducing over 90% of carbon emissions. We are pioneering Autonomous Robotics-as-a-Service (ARaaS) on a global scale, supported by decades of operational experiences in harsh waters. With unprecedented efficiency, we strive to provide our customers with a one-point solution for asset integrity management -- protecting assets they value, making sure they stay safe.

Why Join Us

The industries we serve need new ways to overcome their current challenges, and BeeX sees the opportunity in delivering exactly that, right now. Creating anything new is very hard, and we need outstanding people.

At BeeX, everyone is dependent; united by enthusiasm for bold innovation. Our multi-disciplinary team thrives in dynamic environments, driving transformative advancements globally. Join us to make a meaningful impact on the world!

Your Role

As Buyer 2 (Export Control), you will source the specialised components our HAUVs depend on and make sure every purchase, import, and export stays compliant with trade control regulations. Many HAUV parts are specialised, long‑lead, or controlled, including subsea connectors, thrusters, pressure hull materials, navigation and inspection sensors (such as DVLs, IMUs, sonar, and cameras), PCBs, batteries, and precision‑machined parts. Some of these, and our vehicles themselves, may fall under strategic goods and dual‑use controls. You will balance cost, lead time, and quality while keeping BeeX compliant as we serve maritime, energy, and defence clients across borders.

Your Job Scope

Purchasing and supplier management

• Source and buy HAUV components, subassemblies, and services based on BOMs, production plans, and engineering requests.
• Request quotations, compare suppliers, negotiate price and lead times, and issue purchase orders.
• Manage suppliers for critical and long‑lead items such as subsea connectors, sensors, thrusters, PCBs, machined fittings, and batteries.
• Track open orders, expedite late deliveries, and resolve issues with pricing, quality, or shipments.
• Work with QA on supplier qualification and corrective actions for non‑conforming parts.

Export control and trade compliance

• Classify purchased components and BeeX products against applicable control lists, such as Singapore’s Strategic Goods Control List, Malaysia’s Strategic Trade Act schedules, and the US EAR where relevant.
• Obtain and manage end‑user certificates, supplier export licence requirements, and re‑export conditions for controlled items.
• Prepare and apply for import, export, and strategic goods permits through Singapore Customs (TradeNet) and Malaysian authorities.
• Screen suppliers, customers, and end users against sanctions and restricted party lists.
• Maintain export control records, classification databases, and audit trails.
• Support internal compliance programmes, training, and audits, and flag compliance risks to management.

Cross‑border procurement and logistics

• Coordinate with freight forwarders and customs brokers on international shipments, incoterms, and duties.
• Support movement of parts, vehicles, and equipment between Singapore and Johor Bahru, and for client deployments overseas.
• Work with the Inventory & Logistics Manager on dangerous goods shipments, including lithium batteries.

Systems and reporting

• Keep accurate purchasing and supplier data in our ERP and tracking tools (e.g. Odoo, ClickUp).
• Report on spend, supplier performance, lead times, and compliance status.

Requirements

• Degree or diploma in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, International Trade, or a related field.
• 2 – 5 years of purchasing experience, preferably in electronics, robotics, marine, aerospace, or defence manufacturing.
• Hands‑on experience with export control and customs compliance, including strategic goods permits and TradeNet declarations.
• Understanding of dual‑use and strategic goods classification, end‑user certificates, and sanctions screening.
• Experience with ERP systems (Odoo is a plus) and strong Excel skills.
• Good negotiation, organisation, and communication skills, and comfortable working with engineers and suppliers.
• High integrity and attention to detail in compliance documentation.

Good to Have

• Knowledge of Malaysia's Strategic Trade Act 2010 and US EAR/ITAR re-export requirements.
• Experience buying technical components such as connectors, sensors, PCBs, or precision‑machined parts.
• Trade compliance certifications, such as a Singapore Customs–recognised course or ECoP-related training.
• Experience with Singapore Customs compliance programmes (e.g. STP or TradeFIRST).
• Familiarity with dangerous goods shipping regulations (IATA DGR).

Remuneration Package

• Market competitive salary
• Growth opportunities that align with your direct ability in helping the company, rather than an arbitrary corporate ladder
• ESOP / equity participation
• Support for skills upgrading / learning credits
• Healthcare support
• Special access to industry events
• Well-stocked pantry with nice snacks