Costing & Purchasing Executive

Vanguard Interiors Pte Ltd; Singapore; On-site; SGD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Vanguard Interiors Pte Ltd is seeking a Costing & Purchasing Executive to lead procurement strategies and optimize inventory while collaborating with cross‑functional teams in a fast‑paced environment. The role offers growth potential within the organization and a chance to develop expertise in supply chain management.

The ideal candidate holds a Diploma in Supply Chain Management or related field with 1–2 years of relevant experience, strong communication, organizational, and analytical skills,

Qualifications

• Diploma in Supply Chain Management, Logistics/Business Management, or related field.
• 1–2 years of relevant experience.
• Good communication, organizational and interpersonal skills to coordinate with all levels of stakeholders.
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Self-motivated and able to show responsibility in managing the team.
• Strong analytical mind and ability to plan for maximizing efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Prepare budgeted sales and margin targets at category level.
• Determine merchandise gaps within each category and source products to fulfil category requirement.
• Deploy organisation's procurement activities based on product specifications and customer needs.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to facilitate payment processes to suppliers.
• Manage suppliers to ensure quality, pricing and delivery objectives are met.
• Monitor existing stock level and maintain inventory effectively.
• Clearance and management of ageing and discontinued stock.
• Management of slow-moving product and excess inventory lines.
• Constant analysis of stock situations to ensure rectification of overstock and understock situations.
• Analyse draft proposal and procurement specifications to ensure alignment with procurement requirements.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Analytical thinking

Education

Diploma in Supply Chain Management or related field

Job description

Costing & Purchasing Executive

The Costing & Purchasing Executive plays a critical role in our organization by driving procurement strategies, ensuring optimal inventory management, and fostering strong supplier relationships. This position provides an exciting opportunity to enhance operational efficiency while collaborating with cross‑functional teams in a fast-paced and dynamic environment. Additionally, this role offers significant growth potential within the organization, allowing you to develop expertise in supply chain management and contribute meaningfully to the company’s success.

Planning

• Prepare budgeted sales and margin targets at category level.
• Determine merchandise gaps within each category and source products to fulfil category requirement.
• Deploy organisation's procurement activities based on established product specifications and customer needs.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to facilitate payment processes to suppliers.
• Manage suppliers to ensure quality, pricing and delivery objectives are met.

Inventory

• Monitor existing stock level and maintain inventory effectively.
• Clearance and management of ageing and discontinued stock.
• Management of slow-moving product and excess inventory lines.
• Constant analysis of stock situations to ensure immediate rectification of overstock and understock situations.
• Analyse draft proposal and/or procurement specifications to ensure alignment with procurement requirements.

What We’re Looking For:

• Diploma in Supply Chain Management, Logistics/Business Management, or any related field.
• Possess 1-2 years of relevant experience.
• Good communication, organizational and interpersonal skills to coordinate with all levels of stakeholders.
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Self‑motivated and able to show responsibility in managing the team.
• Strong analytical mind and ability to plan for maximizing efficiency.

We thank all candidates for your interest in Vanguard Group, and regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.