Purchaser cum Admin Executive

CWA ENGINEERING PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 36,000 - 67,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Centrally located office with good交通

Supportive team and friendly working环境

Exposure to full project cycle

Job summary

CWA ENGINEERING PTE. LTD. is seeking a detail-oriented Purchasing & Procurement professional in Singapore to source, compare and procure materials for ongoing projects.

You will liaise with local and overseas suppliers (primarily China), issue purchase orders, track deliveries and support admin tasks including HR-related duties when needed. Fluency in English and Mandarin is preferred, with strong negotiation and organisation skills.

Qualifications

• Diploma or degree in any discipline; Building, Architecture, Engineering or Supply Chain is a plus.
• Prior experience in purchasing, procurement or admin within construction, architecture, interior design or building materials preferred.
• Good written and spoken English and Chinese (Mandarin) for communication with suppliers and subcontractors in China.
• Organised, detail-oriented and able to manage multiple orders and deadlines.
• Confident negotiator and clear communicator.

Responsibilities

• Purchasing & Procurement for ongoing projects.
• Source, compare and procure materials, products and services for projects.
• Liaise with local and overseas suppliers, mainly China, on quotations, pricing, lead times and delivery.
• Obtain and evaluate quotations, prepare summaries and recommend suppliers.
• Issue purchase orders and track orders through delivery; follow up on delays or defects.
• Coordinate with forwarders on shipping and import docs; site/warehouse deliveries.
• Work with project managers to understand requirements and schedules.

Skills

Purchasing & Procurement

Supplier liaison (China)

Vendor negotiation

Document control

English & Mandarin communication

Education

Diploma or degree in any discipline

Background in Building/Architecture/Engineering or Supply Chain (a plus)

Tools

Microsoft Office

WeChat for supplier communication

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Purchasing & Procurement
• Source, compare and procure materials, products and services for ongoing projects
• Liaise with local and overseas suppliers and subcontractors (mainly China) on quotations, specifications, pricing, lead times and delivery
• Obtain and evaluate quotations, prepare comparison summaries and recommend suppliers
• Issue purchase orders and track orders through to delivery, including follow-up on delays, defects and replacements
• Coordinate with forwarders and suppliers on shipping, import documentation and site/warehouse deliveries
• Work closely with project managers and site teams to understand project requirements, schedules and material specifications
• Maintain supplier database, price records and procurement documentation
• Verify supplier invoices against POs and delivery orders before submission to accounts

Administration

• Provide general office administration, including filing, document control and record keeping
• Prepare and format correspondence, quotations, letters and reports
• Support project documentation (e.g. submissions, delivery records, progress claims support)
• Assist with HR and payroll-related admin where required
• Handle phone calls, emails and day-to-day office matters

Requirements

• Diploma or degree in any discipline; Building, Architecture, Engineering or Supply Chain is a plus
• Prior experience in purchasing, procurement or admin within construction, architecture, interior design or building materials preferred
• Good written and spoken English and Chinese (Mandarin), as the role requires regular communication with suppliers and subcontractors in China
• Organised, detail-oriented and able to manage multiple orders and deadlines
• Confident negotiator and clear communicator
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook); WeChat for supplier communication
• Team player who takes initiative and is willing to learn

What We Offer

• Attractive remuneration, commensurate with experience
• Centrally located office with good transport access
• Young, supportive team and friendly working environment
• Exposure to the full project cycle, from sourcing to site delivery
• Strong growth potential as the company expands