Purchaser (Marine)

Tap Growth ai; Singapore; On-site; SGD 39,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

Tap Growth ai in Singapore seeks a procurement professional to source marine equipment, manage supplier relations, and process purchase orders efficiently.

The candidate should hold a Diploma or Degree in SCM or Maritime Studies with at least 2 years of marine procurement experience, plus strong negotiation and ERP skills for effective supplier management.

Qualifications

• Diploma or degree in SCM, maritime studies, business administration, or related field.
• Minimum 2 years of purchasing or procurement experience in marine/shipping industries.
• Good knowledge of marine spare parts and vessel supplies; strong sourcing practices.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and procurement/ERP systems; strong numerical and negotiation skills.
• Excellent communication, coordination, and problem-solving abilities under deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Source and procure marine equipment, spare parts, consumables, and vessel supplies.
• Obtain and compare quotations from approved vendors for competitive pricing and delivery terms.
• Process purchase requisitions and issue purchase orders within timelines.
• Liaise with vessel personnel and internal teams to clarify specs and priorities.
• Coordinate with suppliers and logistics partners for timely delivery.
• Monitor open POs, follow up on deliveries, shortages, and discrepancies.
• Maintain procurement records, supplier data, quotations, and documents in the system.
• Evaluate supplier performance on price, quality, and delivery reliability.
• Assist with invoice verification and resolve pricing or quantity discrepancies.
• Identify cost-saving options and suitable substitutes to support cost control.

Skills

Procurement

Supplier sourcing

Negotiation

MS Office

ERP systems

Communication

Education

Diploma or Degree in Supply Chain Management

Maritime Studies

Tools

ERP systems

Procurement software

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.

Clarence Khoh

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