Purchasing Officer/Coordinator (6-mths contract to Perm)

GLOBAL HYDRAULICS PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Singapore is looking for a detail-oriented purchasing coordinator to manage the purchasing process. The role involves sourcing materials, negotiating with suppliers, and ensuring compliance with ISO standards. This position offers a 6-month contract with potential for permanency, making it ideal for those with experience in procurement, especially in heavy industries.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in purchasing or procurement.
• Work experience in marine, construction or heavy industry preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in sourcing and purchasing materials as per project requirements.
• Negotiate pricing and maintain relationships with suppliers.
• Ensure purchasing process adheres to ISO standards.

Skills

Detail oriented

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Time-management skills

Tools

Navision

Job description

We are seeking a detail-oriented purchasing coordinator /officer to support and manage the purchasing process.

You will be part of a purchasing team. This is a 6-months contract, convertible to a permanent position.

Responsibilities:

• Assist in sourcing and purchasing materials or parts as per project requirements / purchasing requests.
• Contact existing suppliers and vendors or connect with new suppliers and vendors to ensure competitive pricing, including obtaining quotes, negotiating pricing, payment terms and delivery schedules.
• Work alongside various teams within the organization and maintain good relationships with suppliers and vendors (both local and overseas) and resolve any issues if there may be.
• Verify purchase orders and delivery orders from internal and external parties for accuracy in items, quantities, and amounts.
• Assist in sourcing for office / pantry supplies to maintain stock levels.
• Respond to requestor inquiries about order status, changes, or cancellations.
• Ensure purchasing process according to ISO 9001/ ISO 45001 / ISO 14001, including but not limited to evaluating supplier performance, maintaining accurate records of purchases, delivery schedules, supplier details and updating the Approved Vendor List.
• Assist to check shipments when they arrive to ensure that orders have been placed correctly and meet specifications.
Any other duties to meet organizational needs

Requirements:

• Proven experience in purchasing / procurement or similar administrative role.
• Prior knowledge / proficiency in Navision system would be an advantage, although not mandatory.
• Detail oriented, take initiative and able to work with people at all levels.
• Work experience in marine, construction or any heavy industry may be easier to adapt to but we are open to other industries too.
Excellent interpersonal, organizational and time-management skills

We thank you for your interest. We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Position is open to Singaporeans only.

Salary commensurate with experience.