Assistant Purchasing Manager

Our Client:
Our Client is one of the pioneers in sales, installation testing and maintenance of Elevators & Escalators from Japan. Their business focuses on improving and providing a safe transportation system for all. They are looking for an Assistant Purchasing Manager in Singapore to join their growing team.

The Responsibilities:
• Ensure compliance to internal procurement policy and SOPs for all procurement activities
• Prepare and publish quotation/tender documents in accordance with requirements
• Coordinate requirements with stakeholders across the business units
• Analyze data from shipping and delivering processes to find bottlenecks and other issues
• Suggest solutions for process improvement through supply chain strategies and obtain cost-savings for the Company
• Responsible in sourcing for the required parts or items as per the business’ requirements
• Responsible in negotiation for the best price with suppliers, forwarders and subcontractors
• Prepare summary of bids/approval papers/letter of acceptance, etc.
• Provide monthly reporting, maintain supply chain inventory and records
• Monitor the vendor’s schedule and ensure timely delivery schedule and work completion for the business unit’s requirement
• Contract management which includes issuance of letter of acceptance and/or purchase order as well as managing seamless contract renewals
• Conduct vendor screening and analytical studies when required
• Responsible for PR/PO using SAP system
• Conduct review and evaluation with suppliers when required
• Ensure proper purchasing records are properly filed
• Any other ad-hoc duties as assigned

The Requirements:
• Minimum Degree in Business Administration or related fields
• At least 5 years of relevant working experience as a Supply Chain Manager
• Hands on experience with supply chain management software (such as SAP MM, AP Modules, etc.) and Microsoft application
• Strong communication skills and business acumen
• Able to work with people across different level in the organization
• Good time-management skills
• Excellent team player and able to work well under pressure and independently and within tight deadlines

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Disclaimer: The Company complies with the Tripartite Guidelines on Fair Employment Practices (TGFEP), including the prevailing guidelines on recruitment. All qualified applicants will be considered for the position regardless of their age, race, religion, nationality, marital status, or family responsibilities. A more detailed discussion of the TGFEP is available on the Tripartite Alliance for Fair and Progressive Employment Practices (TAFEP) website at https://www.tal.sg/tafep.

JO Reference: 109596