Purchaser

NIPPON BUILDERS PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 54,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

NIPPON BUILDERS PTE. LTD. is seeking a results-driven Purchaser to manage procurement for construction projects in Singapore.

You will source and onboard reliable suppliers, review blueprints and take-offs to determine purchasing needs, issue POs, and coordinate deliveries with project teams to ensure on-time material arrival. The role requires strong negotiation skills, proficiency with ERP systems (SAP, QuickBooks), and excellent analytical attention to detail to maximize cost savings while

Qualifications

• Experience as Purchaser or Procurement Officer in construction.
• Familiar with construction materials, equipment rentals, and subcontracting processes.
• Strong negotiation and cost-saving track record.
• Proficiency with ERP/procurement software (SAP, QuickBooks) and Excel.
• Sharp analytical skills, detail-oriented, able to work under tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Source and onboard material suppliers, vendors, and subcontractors.
• Review blueprints and material take-offs to determine purchasing needs.
• Request, analyze, and compare quotes and specifications.
• Negotiate pricing, terms, and contracts to maximize savings.
• Prepare and manage POs using procurement software.
• Coordinate deliveries with vendors and Project Managers for on-time arrivals.
• Track shipments, resolve delays, and manage returns or damages.
• Monitor inventory across active sites to prevent shortages.
• Verify invoices against delivery orders and POs.
• Maintain records of contracts, pricing history, and vendor performance.
• Ensure compliance with regulations and safety standards.
• Monitor procurement expenses against budgets.
• Ad-hoc admin duty assigned by management.

Skills

Purchaser experience

Negotiation skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Deadline-driven

Tools

SAP

QuickBooks

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Responsibilities

• Source, evaluate, and onboard reliable material suppliers, vendors, and subcontractors.

• Review project blueprints and material take-offs to determine purchasing needs.
• Request, analyze, and compare competitive quotes and technical specifications.
• Negotiate pricing, payment terms, and supply contracts to maximize cost savings.

• Prepare, issue, and manage official Purchase Orders (POs) using procurement software.

• Coordinate delivery schedules with vendors and Project Managers to ensure on-time arrival.
• Track shipments, resolve logistical delays, and manage material returns or damages.
• Monitor inventory levels across active sites to prevent material shortages.

• Verify vendor invoices against delivery orders and POs before passing to accounts payable.
• Maintain accurate, up-to-date records of purchasing contracts, pricing history, and vendor performance.
• Ensure all procured materials comply with industry regulations and project safety standards.
• Monitor procurement expenses to ensure alignment with approved project budgets.
• Any ad-hoc admin duty assign by management.

Requirements

• Experience: Proven experience as a Purchaser or Procurement Officer specifically within the construction industry.
• Industry Knowledge: Strong familiarity with construction materials, equipment rentals, and sub-contracting processes.
• Negotiation: Excellent communication and negotiation skills with a track record of driving cost savings.
• Technical Savvy: Proficiency in ERP or procurement software (e.g., SAP, Quickbooks) and Microsoft Excel.
• Soft Skills: Sharp analytical skills, strong attention to detail, and the ability to work under tight deadlines.