Buyer

JOB DESCRIPTION

• Conduct end-to-end sourcing, tender processes (RFQs/bidding), and bid evaluations for plant materials, chemicals, MRO spare parts, non-trade consumables, and service contracts in alignment with the Purchasing Manager.

• Analyze commercial data (spend, market rates) to negotiate optimal pricing, discounts, payment terms, delivery schedules, and SLAs, supporting final contract set-up and award recommendations.

• Execute purchasing processes for BOM (Direct) and non-BOM (Indirect) materials and services in strict compliance with company procurement policies.

• Screen new suppliers, maintain the Approved Vendor List (AVL) in accordance with ISO/safety standards, evaluate vendor performance, and resolve contract disputes, price amendments, or scope variations.

• Ensure correct receipt of materials through effective checking of items, tax classification in accordance with materials and legislation, and timely availability to internal customers.

• Ensure all purchasing practices strictly comply with internal procurement policies, Singapore customs/trade regulations, and Safety (EHS) guidelines.

• Proactively manages relationships with key service providers, raw material suppliers, and internal cross-functional teams (Operations, Finance,Commercial, HR).

REQUIREMENTS

• Diploma or Degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, Engineering, Chemistry, or a related discipline.

• 1 to 4 years of procurement or purchasing experience, preferably within manufacturing, chemical, oil & gas, or engineering plant environments (fresh graduates with relevant supply chain internship experience may be considered for junior entry).

• Hands-on experience or functional familiarity with SAP (MM module) for handling PR/PO execution, vendor line items, and inventory tracking.

• Strong organizational skills with a proactive attitude toward expediting deliveries and keeping track of open POs.

• Proficiency in Excel, Outlook, Word and PDF

• Excellent communication skills to interface confidently with internal teams (Plant Operations,Warehouse, Finance) and external vendors.