Senior Commercial Executive (Costing & Estimation)

DIRECT SEARCH ASIA PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading marine service provider in Singapore is seeking an experienced professional to prepare tenders and billing documents for ship repair and conversion assignments. Candidates should have an engineering degree and at least 5 years of hands-on experience in ship repair operations. Responsibilities include reviewing specifications, managing Purchase Orders, and negotiating contracts with subcontractors.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years' hands-on experience in ship repair operations.
• At least 3 years of relevant experience in a commercial function within a medium-sized shipyard.

Responsibilities

• Prepare tenders and billing documents for ship repair and conversion assignments.
• Review technical specifications and ensure timely delivery of pricing proposals.
• Manage issuance of Purchase Orders and conduct pricing negotiations with subcontractors.

Skills

Project management

Negotiation skills

Cost analysis

Vendor management

Education

Engineering degree

Job description

Your primary role will be to prepare tenders and billing documents for ship repair and conversion assignments, based on cost breakdowns for labor hours, materials, suppliers, and subcontractor inputs, both before and after project confirmation.

Responsibilities:
• Review technical specifications and ensure timely delivery of pricing proposals
• Actively identify and liaise with subcontractors and vendors capable of supporting marine repair services
• Manage issuance of Purchase Orders and conduct pricing and term negotiations with subcontractors and suppliers
• Collaborate with customers to clarify, negotiate, and finalize invoicing matters; track project progress and maintain accurate cost and budget records
• Negotiate procurement terms and place orders for equipment required for vessel repair and conversion activities
• Generate and present project profit & loss statements for management evaluation

Requirements:
• Engineering degree from a recognized university or equivalent institution
• Minimum of 5 years’ hands-on experience in ship repair operations
• At least 3 years of relevant experience in a commercial function within a medium-sized shipyard