PURCHASING OFFICER

INDEX-COOL ENGINEERING PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Singapore is seeking a Purchasing Assistant to manage stock levels and vendor relationships. The role involves monitoring orders, conducting market research, and ensuring timely product delivery. Ideal candidates should possess prior experience in purchasing roles and a certificate in logistics or business administration. Strong troubleshooting skills and proficiency in software tools like Globe3 and MS Excel are required. This opportunity offers a pathway to grow within a dynamic team.

Qualifications

• Work experience as a Purchasing Assistant, Purchasing Officer or similar role.
• Knowledge of market research.

Responsibilities

• Monitor stock levels and identify purchasing needs.
• Research potential vendors.
• Track orders and ensure timely delivery.
• Update internal databases with order details.
• Conduct market research to identify pricing trends.
• Evaluate offers from vendors and negotiate better prices.
• Prepare cost analyses.
• Maintain updated records of invoices and contracts.
• Follow up with suppliers.
• Liaise with Operation and Store team.

Skills

Good understanding of supply chain procedures

Hands-on experience with Globe3 software

Advanced knowledge of MS Excel

Good communication and organizational skills

Education

Certificate in Logistics, Business Administration or relevant field

Job description

Responsibilities :-

• Monitor stock levels and identify purchasing needs
• Research potential vendors
• Track orders and ensure timely delivery
• Update internal databases with order details (dates, vendors, quantities, discounts)
• Conduct market research to identify pricing trends
• Evaluate offers from vendors and negotiate better prices
• Prepare cost analyses
• Maintain updated records of invoices and contracts
• Follow up with suppliers, as needed, to confirm or change orders
• Liaise with Operation and Store team to ensure all products arrive in good condition

Requirements and skills :-

• Work experience as a Purchasing Assistant, Purchasing Officer or similar role
• Good understanding of supply chain procedures
• Hands-on experience with Globe3 software
• Advanced knowledge of MS Excel
• Knowledge of market research
• Good communication and organizational skills
• Certificate in Logistics, Business Administration or relevant field