Purchaser (5.5 Days Work Week)

LEIGHTON CONTRACTORS (ASIA) LIMITED (Singapore Branch); Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm in Singapore is seeking a Procurement Officer to manage procurement schedules, identify suppliers, and negotiate contracts. The ideal candidate will have a diploma in Logistics Management or a degree in Civil Engineering/Supply Chain Management, along with at least 5 years of relevant experience in the construction industry.

Qualifications

• Possess at least 5 years of relevant work experience in the construction industry.
• Knowledge of inventory management concepts and procedures.
• Ability to work under minimum supervision.

Responsibilities

• Create draft procurement schedule and seek approval from the Commercial Manager.
• Forecast procurement needs based on inputs from the construction team.
• Identify prospective suppliers globally and evaluate them based on costs and delivery terms.
• Conduct negotiations with shortlisted suppliers.
• Monitor product usage against initial forecast and coordinate inspections.

Skills

Inventory management

Supplier negotiation

Communication skills

Education

Diploma in Logistics Management or Degree in Civil Engineering/Supply Chain Management

Job description

Job Duties

• Create draft procurement schedule based on the project plan and seek approval from Commercial Manager
• Forecast procurement needs based on on-going inputs from the construction team; Update procurement schedule to reflect the same
• Identify opportunities for developing direct buying relationship with manufacturers to minimise transaction costs
• Prepare procurement reports on a monthly basis and share with supervisor for review
• Understand product specifications shared by the engineering/construction team; seek clarification on commercial aspects from supervisor as required
• Identify prospective suppliers globally; Evaluate prospective suppliers on product cost, availability, specifications, delivery timelines and payment terms & conditions; Seek approval from supervisor on shortlisted suppliers
• Conduct negotiations with shortlisted suppliers with respect to product cost, delivery charges, delivery timelines and payment terms & conditions in line with project requirements
• Set and monitor minimum stock levels in the warehouse
• Coordinate with Quality team for sample testing of products
• Close PO on successful completion of both quality and quantity checks
• Follow-up with suppliers on incomplete delivery and/or product specification/quality mismatch for high-value orders; Provide any support requested by the subordinate for lower value orders
• Validate acceptability of delay with construction team; Select alternate supplier for completion of the PO to meet timeline requirements
• Perform market research to look for alternative products with lower cost and/or shorter delivery lead times
• Coordinate with quality/ engineering/ construction teams for inspection and approval of product quality
• Monitor actual product usage against initial forecast/requirements; Seek clarification from project teams on major gaps and highlight the same to supervisor
• Monitor and track hired equipment with respect to critical information such as off-hire date, on-hire date, movement date, hiring terms and conditions, penalty for loss/damage, etc.
• Oversee repair and maintenance of products before off-hire date, for returning to supplier/vendor in proper condition and avoiding penalty
• Monitor critical parameters for pre-owned equipment (e.g. manufacturing year, specifications, resell value, etc.) prior to purchase; Coordinate with manufacturer for timely maintenance and/or warranty services, if applicable

Job Requirements

• Diploma in Logistics Management or Degree in Civil Engineering/Supply Chain Management
• Possess at least 5 years of relevant work experience in the construction industry, Buidling / Civil / Infrastructure jobs
• Knowledge of inventory management concepts and procedures
• Possess good communication skills and able to work under minimum supervision