Supply Chain Executive (Shipbuilding Projects)

TRUST RECRUIT PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm in Singapore is looking for a Procurement Specialist to manage procurement planning and coordination for shipbuilding projects. The successful candidate should have a diploma or degree in Supply Chain or a related field, along with 5-8 years of experience in marine procurement. Responsibilities include supplier evaluation, contract negotiation, and ensuring compliance with project timelines and standards. Strong communication and negotiation skills are essential for this role.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5-8 years of experience in marine or shipbuilding procurement.
• Good understanding of ship equipment, systems, and vendor networks.
• Familiar with incoterms and international freight arrangements.

Responsibilities

• Support procurement planning and coordination for shipbuilding projects.
• Identify and evaluate suppliers for ship equipment and systems.
• Review and negotiate contract terms to align with project requirements.

Skills

Commercial acumen

Negotiation skills

Strong communication

Detail-oriented

Organizational skills

Education

Diploma/Degree in Supply Chain, Marine Engineering, Business, or related discipline

Tools

Microsoft Office

SAP

Oracle

Job description

Responsibilities

• Procurement Planning & Coordination
• Work closely with the Newbuilding Commercial Team to support procurement planning and coordination for assigned shipbuilding projects.
• Establish procurement schedules aligned with project timelines and shipyard requirements.
• Liaise with internal stakeholders (engineering, project management, and finance) to ensure specifications, budgets, and delivery needs are met.

Sourcing & Purchasing

• Identify and evaluate suppliers for ship equipment, systems, and parts.
• Obtain, review, and negotiate quotations to achieve competitive pricing and favorable commercial terms.
• Manage purchase order (PO) creation, approval, and issuance processes.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and contractual obligations in all procurement transactions.

Contract & Commercial Management

• Review and negotiate contract terms, ensuring alignment with project and company requirements.
• Be well-versed in intercompany (Interco) freight terms, incoterms, and logistics coordination.
• Support commercial evaluations and vendor selection in collaboration with relevant departments.

Tracking, Documentation & Reporting

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date procurement logs, PO tracking sheets, and supplier databases.
• Monitor delivery schedules, proactively resolving potential delays or discrepancies.
• Coordinate with finance and shipyard commercial teams for payment processing, invoice verification, and documentation control.
• Provide regular procurement status reports and updates to management.

Quality, Compliance & Continuous Improvement

• Ensure all procurement activities adhere to company standards, shipyard requirements, and classification society rules.
• Support audits and internal reviews as needed.
• Recommend improvements to procurement workflows, vendor performance, and cost optimization.

Requirements

• Diploma/Degree in Supply Chain, Marine Engineering, Business, or related discipline.
• Minimum 5-8 years of experience in marine or shipbuilding procurement.
• Strong commercial acumen and negotiation skills.
• Good understanding of ship equipment, systems, and vendor networks.
• Familiar with incoterms and international freight arrangement.
• Detail-oriented, organized, and able to handle multiple project timelines.
• Strong communication and coordination skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and procurement management systems (e.g. SAP, Oracle).

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