Principal Specialist, Procurement

KBR; Singapore; On-site; SGD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global engineering firm is seeking a Principal Specialist in Procurement in Singapore. The role involves negotiating contracts with suppliers, coordinating goods movement, and overseeing purchases. Candidates should have a degree in Business, Engineering, or Quantity Surveying and at least 7 years of procurement experience. Strong interpersonal skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office are essential.

Qualifications

• Must have at least 7 years of procurement experience.
• Strong interpersonal skills are essential.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Negotiate favorable terms and contracts with suppliers.
• Take responsibility for purchases for customer-related processes.
• Coordinate with operations and maintenance for goods movement.
• Discuss defects and negotiate refunds with suppliers.
• Provide guidance to less experienced team members.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Interpersonal skills

Procurement expertise

Problem-solving

Education

Degree in Business, Engineering, or Quantity Surveying

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Title:

Principal Specialist, Procurement

Job Responsibilities

• Negotiate favorable terms, volume discounts and long‑term contracts with suppliers for the procurement of goods, services and supplies.
• Take responsibility for purchases in support of customer‑related business processes or for internal use.
• Discuss defects and delivery problems with suppliers, and is responsible for negotiating refunds.
• Coordinate with operations, maintenance, warehouse and engineering to ensure proper scheduling and movement of goods and supplies.
• Use judgment to interpret internal and external issues and develop best practices.
• May direct resources, prioritize tasks and provide guidance to less experienced team members.
• Rely upon experience, interpersonal skills, and broad knowledge of field to ensure task completion in compliance with policies, procedures, and business strategy.

Job Requirements

• Degree in Business, Engineering, or Quantity Surveying with at least 7 years of procurement experience.
• Possess good interpersonal skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.