Strategic Purchasing Assistant - Sourcing & Procurement

SEARCH PERSONNEL PRIVATE LIMITED; Singapore; On-site; SGD 20,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A hiring firm is seeking a Purchasing Assistant for a permanent position in Tuas. The candidate will source and procure equipment while negotiating terms with vendors. Requirements include a minimum of 2 years in procurement, strong negotiation skills, and proficiency in Microsoft systems. The role offers a salary of up to $3500, with benefits such as annual leave and free lunch during the week, aiming to maintain efficient procurement processes within the industry of manufacturing and repair.

Benefits

Annual Leave

Free Lunch Tuesday to Thursday

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Negotiation

Vendor management

Analytical skills

Proficient in Microsoft Excel

Understanding of procurement processes

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Procurement/P2P systems

Job description

A hiring firm is seeking a Purchasing Assistant for a permanent position in Tuas. The candidate will source and procure equipment while negotiating terms with vendors. Requirements include a minimum of 2 years in procurement, strong negotiation skills, and proficiency in Microsoft systems. The role offers a salary of up to $3500, with benefits such as annual leave and free lunch during the week, aiming to maintain efficient procurement processes within the industry of manufacturing and repair.