Purchasing Assistant (Sourcing/ Procurement / Purchaser) - ALL WELCOME

Search Personnel Pte Ltd; Singapore; On-site; SGD 20,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment firm in Singapore is seeking a Purchasing Assistant responsible for sourcing construction equipment and materials. The ideal candidate will have at least two years of experience in procurement, with strong negotiation and vendor management skills. Responsibilities include evaluating quotations and maintaining procurement records. This role offers a salary up to $3500, permanent employment, and perks such as annual leave and free lunches, with working hours set from Monday to Friday.

Benefits

Annual Leave

Free Lunch Tuesday to Thursday

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years’ purchasing or procurement experience, preferably in equipment rental, maintenance, or manufacturing contexts.
• Solid understanding of procurement processes for machinery, spare parts, and industrial materials.
• Strong negotiation, vendor-management, and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Source and procure construction equipment, spare parts, and materials per business needs.
• Negotiate pricing, delivery schedules, and terms with vendors.
• Monitor inventory levels to prevent stockouts or overstock situations.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Vendor management

Analytical skills

Proficient in Microsoft Excel

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Outlook

Procurement/P2P systems

Job description

• Position: Purchasing Assistant (Sourcing/ Procurement / Purchaser) - ALL WELCOME
• Location: Tuas Ave (Company Transportation to the nearest MRT will be provided)
• Working hours: 44 hours per week - Monday - Friday (4 days 8am to 6pm and 1 day - 8am -5pm)
• Salary (commensurate with experience): Up to $3500 + Annual Leave + Free Lunch Tuesday to Thursday
• Duration: Permanent
• Industry: MANUFACTURE AND REPAIR OF ELECTRIC GENERATORS

Main Responsibilities

• Source and procure construction equipment, spare parts, and materials per business needs.
• Obtain and evaluate quotations to secure the best mix of price, lead time, and quality.
• Negotiate pricing, delivery schedules, payment terms, and contractual conditions with vendors.
• Prepare and issue purchase orders; monitor delivery schedules to ensure timely receipt.
• Maintain accurate procurement records, including supplier data, pricing, and lead-time metrics.
• Coordinate with internal departments to anticipate and fulfil material requirements.
• Monitor inventory levels to prevent stockouts or overstock situations.
• Evaluate supplier performance and implement improvement plans where needed.
• Stay abreast of market trends, new products, and alternative sourcing options.
• Resolve issues related to delivery delays, product quality, or vendor non-compliance.

Requirements

• Minimum 2 years’ purchasing or procurement experience, preferably in equipment rental, maintenance, or manufacturing contexts.
• Solid understanding of procurement processes for machinery, spare parts, and industrial materials.
• Strong negotiation, vendor-management, and analytical skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and procurement/P2P systems.

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