BUYER

Procurement

· Pre-construction involvement regarding material selection and procurement forecast;

· Obtain the quotation from various vendors required to complete the works;

· Identifying and assessing potential suppliers and construction materials;

· Responsible for procurement of material, tools, equipment and services for construction projects from the integrated at the lowest cost to meet project requirements;

· Ensuring supplies and suppliers comply with safety, health and environmental and other requirements;

· Ensuring the flow and delivery of materials in time to maximize efficiency;

· Taking part in value engineering and cost-saving initiatives;

· Compiling DO, billing and good receipts;

· In charge of daily operational purchasing needs such as planning, issuing purchase order and following up on track orders and ensure timely delivery;

· Conduct market research to identify pricing trends;

· Liaise with the site supervisor, project engineer and project manager

Vendor & Client Management

· Negotiate with suppliers for the most competitive prices, favourable terms and delivery times with vendor;

· Interface with different vendors to secure construction material for projects and bids are attained in an optimal level;

· Resolve supply, quality, service and invoicing issues with vendors;

· Strategic sourcing activities to find and develop new suppliers to drive cost reduction and improve the cost of projects as well as increase the competition with existing vendors;

· Establish and maintain strong relationships with client and vendors to meet or exceed business objectives;

Administrative & Miscellaneous Works

· Undertake basic bookkeeping tasks and maintain detailed records such as tracking documents as well as purchasing databases;

· Prepare and maintain cost reports to be submitted to management in a monthly basis;

· Assist in ISO audit documentation;

· Handle import/export procedures and documents when procuring from overseas;

· Managing incoming calls and walk-in guests;

· Any other ad-hoc duties as assigned;

· 6 days work week

Requirements:

· Candidate must possess at least Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain Management/Management or equivalent;

· Minimum 1 years of prior working experience in procurement of construction materials is a must;

· Familiar with various type of construction material and specification;

· Hands-on experience with NAV software & knowledge of ERP system is a plus;

· May required to work at site to liaise directly with site personnel for the procurement needs;

· Resourceful and possess outstanding negotiation, analytical and communication skills in order to attain the lowest price and best quality with various vendors;

· Commercial awareness and high degree of integrity;

· Able to work under pressure and fast dynamic construction environment;

· Competent to handle all allocated projects at a one-time slot with timeframe given due to stringent project deadline;

· Ability to meet deadlines and take-on new tasks and eager to learn

· Ability to resolve unexpected order/delivery issues that may arise over phone with vendors or site personnel whichsoever beyond working hours, weekend or public holiday

We are regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.