Purchaser

Focal Search Pte Ltd; Singapore; On-site; SGD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A marine industry company based in Singapore is looking for a candidate to manage incoming vessel purchase orders and supplier negotiations. The successful candidate will have at least three years of experience in the marine sector, demonstrate strong negotiation skills, and be able to multitask. Responsibilities include coordinating with suppliers, ensuring timely deliveries, and managing communication with port agents. This position requires initiative and a detail-oriented approach.

Qualifications

• At least three years of experience in the marine industry is required.
• Must be self-motivated and able to multitask.

Responsibilities

• Handle incoming vessel purchase orders and send to suppliers for quotes.
• Negotiate prices and follow up on orders with suppliers.
• Evaluate quotations and confirm supplier selections.
• Work closely with the warehouse and suppliers for on-time delivery.
• Manage communication with port agents and customs for clearance.
• Make official bookings for service and repairs based on instructions.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Multitasking

Initiative

Job description

• Immediate handling of incoming vessel purchase orders
• Send orders to appropriate suppliers for quotes.
• Price negotiations and order follow-up with suppliers
• Evaluate incoming quotations and confirm supplier selection following Superintendent/Technical Manager or higher authority permission.
• To work closely with the warehouse and suppliers to ensure on-time delivery.
• Send instructions to the supplier.
• Keep the vessels and Vessel Managers informed of any delivery.
• Contact with the port agents of the vessel
• Clearance through customs
• Based on the practical arrangements made by the Vessel Manager, make the necessary official bookings for service and repairs.
• Maintain and update the supplier's database across many platforms.

Requirements for the Position:

• A self-motivated worker with at least three years of experience in the marine industry is required.
• Have initiative and the ability to multitask
  resourceful and skilled at negotiating