PURCHASING CLERK

TOP SKY CONSTRUCTION PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A construction firm in Singapore is seeking an experienced procurement officer to manage supplier relationships for construction materials. The role involves sourcing, negotiating contracts, and maintaining procurement records. Ideal candidates should have experience in the construction industry, strong negotiation skills, and a diploma in relevant fields. Proficiency in Microsoft Office is also required, and familiarity with platforms like Taobao is preferred.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in purchasing or procurement, preferably in the construction industry.
• Good knowledge of building materials, suppliers, and construction project cycles.
• Strong negotiation and communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and procurement software.
• Ability to work independently and under tight deadlines.
• Familiarity with purchasing materials through Taobao and other online platforms.

Responsibilities

• Source and evaluate suppliers for construction materials and services.
• Obtain and compare quotations to ensure competitive pricing and quality.
• Negotiate contracts, terms, and delivery schedules with suppliers.
• Prepare and issue purchase orders and track order statuses.
• Monitor inventory levels and coordinate with site supervisors for material requirements.
• Maintain accurate procurement records and ensure compliance with company policies.
• Liaise with project managers, quantity surveyors, and warehouse teams to support project timelines.
• Resolve delivery, quality, or pricing issues with suppliers.

Skills

Negotiation

Ability To Multitask

Microsoft Office

Microsoft Excel

Construction

Ability To Work Independently

Inventory

ISO

Purchasing

Raw Materials

Procurement

Packaging

Communication Skills

Administrative Support

Pricing

Education

Diploma in Procurement, Business, or related fields

Job description

Roles & Responsibilities

• Source and evaluate suppliers for construction materials and services.
• Obtain and compare quotations to ensure competitive pricing and quality.
• Negotiate contracts, terms, and delivery schedules with suppliers.
• Prepare and issue purchase orders and track order statuses.
• Monitor inventory levels and coordinate with site supervisors for material requirements.
• Maintain accurate procurement records and ensure compliance with company policies.
• Liaise with project managers, quantity surveyors, and warehouse teams to support project timelines.
• Resolve delivery, quality, or pricing issues with suppliers.

Requirements

• Proven experience in purchasing or procurement, preferably in the construction industry.
• Good knowledge of building materials, suppliers, and construction project cycles.
• Strong negotiation and communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and procurement software.
• Ability to work independently and under tight deadlines.
• Diploma in Procurement, Business, or related fields (or equivalent experience).
• Familiarity with purchasing materials through Taobao and other online platforms.

Preferred

• Ability to communicate in both English and Mandarin to liaise with Chinese-speaking suppliers.

Key Skills

• Negotiation
• Able To Multitask
• Microsoft Office
• Microsoft Excel
• Construction
• Ability To Work Independently
• Inventory
• ISO
• Purchasing
• Raw Materials
• Procurement
• Packaging
• Communication Skills
• Administrative Support
• Pricing