Engineer, Procurement

HYPERSCAL SOLUTIONS PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading procurement firm in Singapore is seeking a motivated procurement engineer/senior engineer. In this role, you will manage purchasing cycles, source MRO parts, and collaborate with suppliers to ensure effective inventory management. The ideal candidate should have a degree in Supply Chain or Engineering, strong analytical skills, and be proficient in English and Mandarin. Join us to drive cost-saving initiatives and enhance operational efficiency in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Degree in Supply Chain, Engineering or other disciplines.
• 1-2 years' working experience preferred for engineering role.
• Good writing and communication skills in English and Mandarin.

Responsibilities

• Plan, source, and execute purchase orders for MRO parts.
• Manage purchasing cycle including PO follow-up and supplier billing.
• Collaborate with suppliers to resolve issues regarding delivery.

Skills

Procurement management

Inventory management

Negotiation skills

Analytical skills

Communication in English and Mandarin

Education

Degree in Supply Chain, Engineering or related

1-2 years' working experience

More than 5 years' working experience for senior position

Tools

Excel

ERP software (IFS, SAP, Oracle)

Job description

COMPANY DESCRIPTION

REC Group is an international pioneering solar energy company dedicated to empowering consumers with clean, affordable solar power through high-quality solar panels with a leading power density. As Solar's Most Trusted, REC is known for its patented innovations and multiple award-winning products with reliable long-term performance. The cornerstone for REC's strong reliability is advanced and highly efficient manufacturing using Industry 4.0 practices. Founded in 1996 in Norway, REC has always been committed to a low carbon footprint in its solar materials and panels. REC is headquartered in Norway with operational headquarters in Singapore and regional hubs in North America, Europe, and Asia-Pacific. As of December 2021, REC is part of Reliance Industries Limited, India's largest private sector company with revenues of USD 104.6 billion.

Find out more at recgroup.com

RESPONSIBILITIES

We are looking to hire a highly motivated, hands-on procurement engineer/senior engineer who will be responsible to plan, source, evaluate, purchase and execute purchase orders to support operations in most cost-effective manner. Key responsibilities include inventory management, review of parts forecast and driving cost savings initiatives related to MRO (Maintenance, Repair & Operations) parts and services.

• Manage purchasing cycle including request for quotation, PO creation, PO follow up, goods receipt and supplier billing for MRO parts and services.
• Solicit competitive quotations per requirements with negotiations with suppliers for contracts, favourable commercial terms & conditions and pricing
• Collaborate with requestors and suppliers to resolve issues related to requirements, substitutions, priorities, damages, quality, delivery and other important terms & conditions.
• Manage MRO parts forecast and respond to short term sudden pull-in for urgent equipment down, incoming quality issue and monitor usage abnormality.
• Generate plan of MRO parts requirements to ensure prompt delivery and fulfillment of Equipment uptime and production performance.
• Plan, execute and analyze MRO parts requirements and reschedule plans. Highlight MRO parts issues or delays to stakeholders and Procurement Manager.
• Monitor, review and work to maintain optimum inventory level of MRO parts to ensure safety inventory level is met.
• Manage cost savings and cost reduction initiatives
• Manage MRO parts obsolescence, slow moving stock and excess inventory for disposition
• Monitor supplier performance and ensure alignment with KPIs
• Handle miscellaneous projects as and when necessary
• Manage all activities for sale of equipment/scrap parts- internally and with customers as when needed.

OTHERS

• Perform other duties as assigned. Duties will arise from new requirements of business needs. Duties will vary according to the competence level on individual level.

QUALIFICATIONS

TECHNICAL/ PROFESSIONAL

• Degree in Supply Chain, Engineering or other disciplines
• Candidate with fresh graduate or 1-2 years' working experience
• Candidate with more than 5 years' working experience may be considered for senior position
• Good writing & communication skills in English and Mandarin

TECHNOLOGICAL

• Knowledge of Equipment spare and supply chain
• Knowledge of Excel, Word and Power Point
• Prior experience in ERP software like IFS, SAP or Oracle

PEOPLE/RELATIONS

• Highly discipline, organized and hands-on
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills-ability to collaborate with and motivate key players to achieve desired results in a professional manner
• Strong interpersonal and communication, negotiation and analytical skills
• Dynamic, independent, good team player & committed with proactive working attitude
• Detailed-oriented and able to multi-task in a high energy environment
• Ability to anticipate issues and mitigate risks proactively
• Ability to minimize conflict and handle complex challenges smoothly
• Strong passion for process improvement, organizational, analytical and interpersonal & people skills.
• Must be a team player with good communication.

OTHER INFORMATION

• Physically fit
• No colour blindness

Please note that your application will be sent to and reviewed by the direct employer - REC Group