Procurement Expeditor/Engineer

NES GLOBAL PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading procurement firm in Singapore is seeking a Procurement Expeditor/Engineer to oversee procurement activities for offshore oil and gas projects. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s Degree, over 10 years of experience, and strong negotiation skills. Responsibilities include vendor coordination, commercial negotiations, and import/export support. This role primarily focuses on ensuring compliance and timely execution of procurement processes.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of experience in procurement, with at least 3 projects as Procurement Manager or Deputy Manager.
• Familiarity with international business rules and trade practices.
• Thorough knowledge of characteristics and technical requirements specific to offshore oil and gas platforms.

Responsibilities

• Organize and lead vendor coordination meetings.
• Negotiate pricing and payment terms with vendors.
• Maintain and update procurement status reports.
• Liaise with Design and QHSE institutions for PO execution.
• Coordinate with logistics to resolve import/export issues.

Skills

Vendor Coordination

Commercial Negotiation

Procurement Reporting

Cross-Functional Communication

Import/Export Support

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain Management or Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

The Procurement Expeditor/Engineer will be responsible for ensuring the timely and compliant execution of procurement activities for offshore oil and gas projects. This role involves coordinating with vendors, internal departments, and third-party institutions to manage procurement packages, resolve import/export issues, and maintain progress in line with project schedules.

Responsibilities

Vendor Coordination & Meetings

• Organize and lead Pre-Inspection, Kick-Off, ITP, and FAT meetings with vendors.
• Prepare and submit related documentation for Owner approval.

Commercial Negotiations

• Negotiate pricing, payment terms, lead times, and other commercial aspects with vendors.
• Ensure procurement aligns with Company’s interests and mitigates risks.

Procurement Reporting

• Maintain and update procurement status reports to reflect real-time progress.

Cross-Functional Communication

• Liaise with Design, QHSE, and TPC institutions to ensure smooth PO execution.
• Resolve technical and compliance issues collaboratively.

Import/Export Support

• Coordinate with logistics and customs to resolve issues related to material import/export.
• Ensure timely delivery and clearance of goods.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Business, or a related field
• Minimum 10 years of experience in procurement, with at least 3 projects as Procurement Manager or Deputy Manager
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
• Familiarity with international business rules and trade practices
• Thorough knowledge of characteristics and technical requirements specific to offshore oil and gas platforms is a MUST
• Experience working on large-scale offshore or FPSO projects is preferred
• Must be willing to travel overseas for extended periods.