Purchasing Assistant [Pharma MNC | Kent Ridge] RRKC

Rapid Recruitment Asia Pte Ltd; Singapore; On-site; SGD 40,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Rapid Recruitment Asia Pte Ltd is seeking a procurement professional in Singapore to review requisitions, source vendors, obtain quotations, and process POs in SAP. You will support vendor onboarding, EHS assessments, and negotiate terms with vendors.

The role requires strong communication, detail orientation, and the ability to work independently or in a team within a Monday–Friday 8:30 AM–5:30 PM schedule, on a renewable contract through Dec 2027.

Qualifications

• Diploma in Purchasing, Procurement, Supply Chain, Business or related fields preferred.
• Experience in purchasing / procurement is an advantage.
• Familiar with SAP and Purchase Order processing.
• Good negotiation and vendor management skills.
• Good communication and follow-up skills.
• Detail-oriented and able to manage multiple purchase requests.
• Able to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Review purchase requisitions and clarify any discrepancies with users.
• Source suitable vendors and obtain quotations, pricing and delivery information.
• Compare vendor prices against previous purchase records and maintain price lists.
• Create new items and process Purchase Orders (POs) in SAP.
• Support new vendor onboarding and vendor account creation.
• Assist with EHS assessments for new vendors when required.
• Negotiate with vendors for better pricing and purchasing terms.
• Process POs and change orders within the required timeline.
• Ensure POs receive the necessary approvals and send approved POs to vendors and internal users.
• Follow up with vendors on order status, delivery schedules and urgent requests.
• Respond to internal stakeholders regarding orders, changes and cancellations.
• Support quarterly stock take activities.

Skills

Vendor management

Negotiation

Communication

Follow-up

Detail-oriented

Independent worker

Team player

Education

Diploma in Purchasing/Procurement/Business

Tools

SAP

Job description

Job Highlights:

• Renewable Contract: Nov 2026 - Dec 2027




• Kent Ridge MRT [5 Mins Walking Distance]




• Monday - Friday, 8:30AM to 5:30PM

Job Responsibilities:

• Review purchase requisitions and clarify any discrepancies with users.




• Source suitable vendors and obtain quotations, pricing and delivery information.




• Compare vendor prices against previous purchase records and maintain price lists.




• Create new items and process Purchase Orders (POs) in SAP.




• Support new vendor onboarding and vendor account creation.




• Assist with EHS assessments for new vendors when required.




• Negotiate with vendors for better pricing and purchasing terms.




• Process POs and change orders within the required timeline.




• Ensure POs receive the necessary approvals and send approved POs to vendors and internal users.




• Follow up with vendors on order status, delivery schedules and urgent requests.




• Respond to internal stakeholders regarding orders, changes and cancellations.




• Support quarterly stock take activities.

Job Requirements:

• Diploma in Purchasing, Procurement, Supply Chain, Business or related fields preferred.




• Experience in purchasing / procurement is an advantage.




• Familiar with SAP and Purchase Order processing.




• Good negotiation and vendor management skills.




• Good communication and follow-up skills.




• Detail-oriented and able to manage multiple purchase requests.




• Able to work independently and as part of a team.