Purchaser

KUAN AIK HONG CONSTRUCTION PTE LTD; Singapore; On-site; SGD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in construction is looking for a Purchaser responsible for sourcing materials, negotiating with suppliers, and ensuring compliance with specifications. The role demands strong negotiation skills and experience in the building construction industry, with the opportunity to implement cost-saving strategies.

Qualifications

• 5 years in building construction industry.
• Familiar with building construction materials.
• Able to comply with rules and regulations and follow specifications.

Responsibilities

• Source, negotiate, collate quotations and recommend suppliers.
• Review specifications to ensure materials meet quality standards.
• Initiate and lead cost-saving initiatives.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Sourcing

Material understanding

Education

Diploma in relevant discipline

Tools

ERP System

Job description

Job Responsibilities

The Purchaser is responsible for the purchase of material, service, tools, equipment, and machinery according to the given demand by various departments. He/she identifies and shortlists potential suppliers and subcon to secure cost-effective sources, and establishes and maintains good relationships with suppliers and subcon to negotiate for the best terms with the shortest possible lead time and up to quality standards.

Job Description

• Source, negotiate, collate quotations and recommend the most competitive suppliers and subcon;
• Review specifications and ensure materials ordered meet proper quality standard and comply to contract specifications;
• Initiate and lead cost-saving initiatives;
• Carry out pre-qualification survey for new suppliers;
• Maintain records of goods ordered and received;
• Maintain and update the approved supplier list;
• Compile supplier performance report for completed projects;
• Adhere closely to Company’s purchasing procedures and ISO standards.
  
  

Job Requirements

• Candidate must possess at least Diploma in relevant discipline;
• In construction management, construction document controller
• 5 years in building construction industry
• Familiar with building construction material
• Knowledge of ERP System will be an added advantage;
• Have excellent negotiation skills;
• Able to get the best quality at the best price
• Able to compliance with rules and regulations and follow specifications
• Good experiences with sourcing and material understanding
• Ability to fluently speak, read and understand documents in English and Mandarin
  
  

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Only shortlisted applicants will be notified.