Purchaser (Marine)

TALENT-MERGE PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 45,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

TALENT-MERGE PTE. LTD. is hiring a marine procurement professional in Singapore. You will source equipment and vessel supplies, obtain vendor quotations, and issue purchase orders aligned with timelines. The role requires coordinating with technical teams and logistics to ensure smooth deliveries and cost control.

Required 2+ years in marine procurement, with knowledge of spare parts, supplier sourcing, and ERP/MS Office proficiency. On-site role based in Singapore.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Degree in SCM or related discipline.
• Minimum 2 years of purchasing experience in marine/shipping sectors.
• Knowledge of marine spare parts and supplier sourcing practices.

Responsibilities

• Source and procure marine equipment, spare parts, consumables, and vessel supplies.
• Obtain quotations from approved vendors and compare pricing, quality, and delivery terms.
• Process purchase requisitions and issue purchase orders on time.
• Liaise with vessel personnel and internal teams to clarify specs and priorities.
• Coordinate with suppliers and logistics partners for timely deliveries.
• Maintain procurement records and supplier data in the system.
• Evaluate supplier performance on price, quality, and delivery reliability.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities and alternative suppliers.
• Assist with invoice verification and resolve pricing/delivery discrepancies.

Skills

Procurement

Vendor sourcing

Negotiation

ERP systems

Education

Diploma/Degree in Supply Chain Management

Tools

MS Office

Procurement/ERP systems

Job description

Responsibilities

• Source and procure marine equipment, spare parts, consumables, and vessel supplies in line with operational requirements.
• Obtain and compare quotations from approved vendors to secure competitive pricing, quality, and delivery terms.
• Process purchase requisitions and issue purchase orders accurately within required timelines.
• Liaise with vessel personnel, technical teams, and internal departments to clarify purchasing specifications and priorities.
• Coordinate with suppliers, freight forwarders, and logistics partners to ensure timely delivery to vessels, ports, or designated locations.
• Monitor outstanding purchase orders and follow up on delivery schedules, shortages, and order discrepancies.
• Maintain accurate purchasing records, supplier information, quotations, and supporting documentation in the procurement system.
• Evaluate supplier performance based on pricing, product quality, responsiveness, and delivery reliability.
• Support cost-control initiatives by identifying alternative suppliers, suitable substitutes, and cost-effective purchasing options.
• Assist with invoice verification and resolve discrepancies relating to pricing, quantities, deliveries, or purchase orders.

Requirements

• Diploma or Degree in Supply Chain Management, Procurement, Maritime Studies, Business Administration, or a related discipline.
• Minimum 2 years of purchasing or procurement experience, preferably within the marine, shipping, offshore, or maritime industry.
• Good knowledge of marine spare parts, vessel supplies, purchasing procedures, and supplier sourcing practices.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and procurement/ERP systems, with strong numerical, documentation, and negotiation skills.
• Strong communication, coordination, and problem-solving abilities, with the capability to work effectively under tight operational timelines.