Procurement Assistant/ Executive

Job Responsibilities

. Provide procurement support to operations in sourcing,tendering, evaluation and contract management.

. Responsible for full spectrum of purchasing process (sourcing,quotation enquiry, price negotiation, placement of orders anddelivery arrangement)

. Ensure materials/services purchased are in accordance with userspecifications.

. Negotiate with suppliers in getting the best price and delivery atrequired timing.

. Negotiate with vendors for better payment terms, etc.

. Expediting of orders to ensure timely delivery.

. Maintain records of purchases, pricing, and other important data.

. Liaise with suppliers on claims for products with issue.

. Plan and coordinate with logistic team for collection/delivery.

. Collaborate with finance to facilitate payment process tosuppliers.

. Work with sales, project and procurement team in accomplishingduties as needed.

. Preparation of documentation, if required.

. Establish and develop strong working relationships withvendors/suppliers.

. Monitor and manage supplier performance based on qualitystandards, delivery time & best prices and ensure all criteria aremet according to organisational requirements and expectations.

. Work closely with vendors/suppliers and responsible for clarifyingon specifications, if required.

. Conduct market research and engage industries to betterunderstand supplier landscape and market supply conditions.

. Ensure compliance with procurement policy and procedure.

. Carry out other duties assigned by immediate superior and/orhigher management.

Job Requirements:

. Minimum Diploma/Degree, with minimum 2 years experience inprocurement.

. Knowledge on local and overseas sources for materials andequipment.

. Proficient in MS Office, Excel, PowerPoint, and Words.

. A team player with excellent interpersonal and communicationskills, attention to details, meticulous and independent.

. Good organisational, multitasking, prioritisation, and effectivetime management skills.

. Excellent verbal communication skills and active listening skills.

. Ability to think critically and resolve problems/issues

. Positive attitude, proactive and self-initiated.

. Good written and spoken language skill (English andChinese/Mandarin to handle China vendors/suppliers)