Buyer

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<li>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.</li>
<li>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.</li>
<li>Execute purchasing processes for BOM (Direct) and non-BOM (Indirect) materials and services in strict compliance with company procurement policies.</li>
<li>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.</li>
<li>Ensure correct receipt of materials through effective checking of items, tax classification in accordance with materials and legislation, and timely availability to internal customers.</li>
<li>Ensure all purchasing practices strictly comply with internal procurement policies, Singapore customs/trade regulations, and Safety (EHS) guidelines.</li>
<li>Proactively manages relationships with key service providers, raw material suppliers, and internal cross-functional teams (Operations, Finance, Commercial, HR).</li>
</ul><h2>Requirements</h2><ul>
<li>Diploma or Degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, Engineering, Chemistry, or a related discipline.</li>
<li>1 to 4 years of procurement or purchasing experience, preferably within manufacturing, chemical, oil &amp; gas, or engineering plant environments (fresh graduates with relevant supply chain internship experience may be considered for junior entry).</li>
<li>Hands-on experience or functional familiarity with SAP (MM module) for handling PR/PO execution, vendor line items, and inventory tracking.</li>
<li>Strong organizational skills with a proactive attitude toward expediting deliveries and keeping track of open POs.</li>
<li>Proficiency in Excel, Outlook, Word and PDF.</li>
<li>Excellent communication skills to interface confidently with internal teams (Plant Operations, Warehouse, Finance) and external vendors.</li>
</ul><h2>Benefits</h2><ul>
<li>Private Health Insurance</li>
<li>Training &amp; Development</li>
<li>Performance Bonus</li>
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