China Construction Materials Sourcing Lead

W.S.CONSULTING PRIVATE LIMITED; Singapore; On-site; SGD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Wellsmart Group in Singapore seeks an experienced procurement specialist to own the end-to-end material sourcing for construction projects in Australia and New Zealand, with China as the supplier base. You will manage quotes, negotiate terms, monitor shipments, and coordinate with site teams on delivery timelines.

Ideal candidates have 3–6 years in procurement or trade, strong Mandarin for supplier negotiations, knowledge of Incoterms, and willingness to travel to China a few times yearly.

Qualifications

• 3–6 years in procurement or trade.
• Experience buying from China and exporting.
• Bachelor's degree; based in Singapore; able to travel to China.
• Fluent Mandarin for daily factory negotiations.

Responsibilities

• Source construction materials in China against project BOQs and drawings.
• Get at least three quotes, negotiate, and set contract and payment terms.
• Chase every order to the end: samples, production, inspection, loading.
• Book freight, prepare export/import documents and work with AU/NZ customs brokers.
• Plan deliveries with site managers and keep them informed.
• Handle shortages, damage, warranty and late-delivery claims until they are closed.
• Run supplier WeChat groups and confirm agreed numbers by email or PO the same day.

Skills

Procurement exp

Mandarin

Incoterms knowledge

AI tools usage

Travel ready

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Wellsmart Group in Singapore seeks an experienced procurement specialist to own the end-to-end material sourcing for construction projects in Australia and New Zealand, with China as the supplier base. You will manage quotes, negotiate terms, monitor shipments, and coordinate with site teams on delivery timelines.

Ideal candidates have 3–6 years in procurement or trade, strong Mandarin for supplier negotiations, knowledge of Incoterms, and willingness to travel to China a few times yearly.