Procurement Executive

SGS Testing & Control Services Singapore; Singapore; On-site; SGD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in testing and control services is seeking a Procurement Officer based in Singapore. The role involves managing procurement activities such as supplier selection and purchase order issuance, while ensuring compliance with corporate policies. Successful candidates will have strong analytical and negotiation skills, ideally with experience in a fast-paced procurement environment and relevant educational qualifications. If you’re looking for an opportunity that offers challenge and growth, apply now.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of relevant experience in Supply Chain, Logistics, Purchasing, or Warehouse Management.
• Solid understanding of purchasing procedures and best practices.
• Prior laboratory-procurement experience is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Support procurement activities including supplier management and negotiations.
• Create and verify Purchase Orders in the ERP/Oracle iProcurement system.
• Ensure compliance with Procurement Policies and arrange supplier performance evaluations.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Negotiation

Communication

Education

GCE 'O' Level or Diploma in a relevant field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Oracle ERP systems

Job description

Responsible for all procurement activities including RFQ, supplier selection, PO issuance and approval to ensure that it is carried out in accordance to SGS policy and procedure.

Specific responsibilities:

Operations Support

• Support the Assistant Procurement Manager / Regional Procurement Manager in supplier-relationship management, sourcing activities, and negotiations on pricing, commercial terms, and supply agreements/contracts.

• Create and verify Purchase Orders (POs) in the ERP/Oracle iProcurement system.

• Expedite and track delivery progress for all POs, proactively resolving any delays.

• Generate, review, and distribute procurement reports to the relevant departments.

• Ensure requestors perform timely Goods Receipt in the system.

• Maintain the Approved Vendor List (AVL) with up-to-date information.

• Conduct annual supplier performance evaluations in accordance with SGS procedures.

• Upload contracts and recorded savings promptly into procurement tools (e.g., GEP Smart).

• Collaborate with business functions to ensure activities comply with Procurement Policies and regional strategies.

• Perform any other duties assigned by the Assistant Procurement Manager / Regional Procurement Manager.

Relationship Management (Internal/External)

• Liaise with internal and external stakeholders on all procurement-related matters, ensuring clear communication and timely resolution of issues.

Requirements:

• GCE “O” Level or Diploma in a relevant field.

• At least 1 year of relevant working experience in Supply Chain, Logistics, Purchasing, Inventory, or Material & Warehouse Management.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Excel (e.g., PivotTables, VLOOKUP).

• Preferably experienced with Oracle ERP systems.

• Solid understanding of purchasing procedures, policies, and best practices.

• Prior laboratory-procurement experience is an advantage.

• Excellent interpersonal, analytical, problem-solving, negotiation, sourcing report writing, and communication skills.

• Strong team player with the ability to work effectively across all levels and cross-functional teams.

• Demonstrates initiative, a positive attitude, and a strong drive to complete tasks independently.

• Result-oriented and committed to achieving targets and delivering value.

• Able to perform under pressure in a fast-paced environment and meet tight deadlines.

• Responsible, reliable, meticulous, and self-motivated with a strong work ethic.

• Self-starter who can work independently with minimal supervision.