Procurement Specialist

SSCK PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading procurement company in Singapore is seeking an experienced Procurement Coordinator to manage sourcing strategies, negotiate contracts, and ensure compliance in procurement activities. The ideal candidate should have at least 5 years of experience, with strong skills in vendor negotiation and a deep understanding of procurement processes. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and SAP is required. This role plays a critical part in the success of project delivery.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of procurement experience, with at least 3 years in a senior role.
• Strong vendor negotiation skills and experience managing multi-million-dollar procurement budgets.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement sourcing strategies for procurement categories.
• Lead contract negotiations with suppliers and vendors.
• Analyze market trends for cost optimization.

Skills

Vendor negotiation skills

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, business administration, or a related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

SAP

Job description

Purpose of the Role

The Procurement Coordinator is responsible for planning, developing and buying of materials, parts, supplies and equipment. The role ensures cost-effective sourcing, timely delivery, and compliance with internal and external policies, directly impacting the success and cost-effective delivery of the project.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Sourcing & Supplier Management

• Develop and implement sourcing strategies for all procurement categories supporting construction of new facility for on-time delivery.
• Build and maintain strong supplier relationships to ensure service reliability and cost competitiveness.

Contract Negotiation & Management

• Lead contract negotiations with suppliers and vendors to achieve favorable terms.
• Evaluate and negotiate contract terms on pricing and product quality.
• Monitor contract performance and ensure compliance with agreed SLA (Service Level Agreement)’s.

Cost Optimization

• Analyze market trends to identify opportunities for cost reduction and improved service delivery.

Risk & Compliance Management

• Ensure procurement activities adhere to legal and ethical standards, including supplier due diligence.
• Maintain documentation and records for audits and quality assurance.

Team & Stakeholder Collaboration

• Coordinate SCK procurement and SSCK project team for procurement related activities to ensure project delivery on time.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Engineering, PM, and finance to align procurement activities with project needs.
• Co-ordinate with suppliers and site supervisors for delivery, track orders and ensure timely delivery
• Manage and mentor any junior procurement staff or coordinators.
• Handle overseas shipment, prepare packing list to project team and ensure correct quantity is received on site.

Process Improvement & Reporting

• Preparation and processing of purchase orders according to technical and engineering specification
• Drive procurement process improvements and automation where feasible.
• Perform data entry on incoming materials and conduct verification of delivery order, purchase order and other documentation for finance processing.
• Maintain good PO system and have periodic system update in terms of supplier, price, product etc.
• Provide regular reports on procurement performance, savings achieved, and supplier performance.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, business administration, or a related field.
• Minimum 5 years of procurement experience, with at least 3 years in a senior role.
• Strong vendor negotiation skills and experience managing multi-million-dollar procurement budgets.
• Demonstrated ability to manage procurement for multiple simultaneous projects with tight deadlines.
• Deep understanding of procurement processes, contract law, and vendor management.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• High proficiency in Microsoft Excel and SAP
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.