About our company Senses International a home-grown and managed Singapore company and one of the growing fragrance manufacturers in the Asian region. With over 40 dedicated employees, we punch far above our weight, whether in the Singapore market or competing in the international market. In Senses, Constant Innovation, Constant Training and Constant Investment is our Top priority. We value people with ambitions, willingness to learn and daring to step up in challenging and competitive market of F&F industry.
- Job Position: Procurement Assistant
Job Summary
This position reports to the senior or procurement director to oversee purchasing activities and ensure that purchased items are both cost-efficient and of high quality. The purchasing assistant responsibilities include maintaining positive supplier relations, evaluating supply options, approving purchases, and maintaining accurate records.
Responsibilities
- Collaborate with vendors to place orders for products and raw materials under supervision, ensuring timely and accurate procurement aligned with business needs
- Perform administrative and operational support tasks to maintain efficient purchasing department workflows
- Review purchase orders for accuracy, completeness, and clarity to prevent errors and delays
- Verify product details, shipping schedules, costs, and delivery information to ensure compliance with procurement requirements before order placement
- Obtain authorization from Senior or Procurement Director prior to finalizing purchase orders
- Collect and evaluate procurement specifications and supplier bids to support contractor selection decisions
- Conduct initial inspections of products and packaging to identify defects and ensure quality standards
Required competencies and certifications
- Diploma in business management, supply chain, logistics, or a related field
- Demonstrated verbal communication and active listening skills to facilitate clear supplier and team interactions
- Ability to work independently while maintaining strong interpersonal collaboration with internal and external stakeholders
- Critical thinking and problem-solving skills applied to procurement challenges and process improvements
- Organizational skills to manage multiple tasks, prioritize effectively, and meet deadlines in a dynamic environment
- Knowledge and application of procurement and logistical management principles
Preferred competencies and qualifications
- Minimum 2 years of relevant sourcing experience, preferably within a manufacturing environment
- Experience using ERP software systems to manage procurement processes and data
