Procurement & Vendor Development Engineer

About the Role

We're looking for a proactive Procurement & Vendor Development Engineer to support procurement operations for water, wastewater, infrastructure, and industrial projects through supplier sourcing, vendor coordination, quotation management, and procurement continuity.

Key Responsibilities

• Support procurement activities for project and operational requirements.
• Source and coordinate with suppliers and vendors.
• Assist in supplier evaluation, accreditation, and performance monitoring.
• Request, organize, and evaluate supplier quotations.
• Coordinate with Engineering, Project, Warehouse, and other departments regarding procurement requirements.
• Monitor purchase requirements, supplier commitments, and delivery schedules.
• Maintain accurate procurement records, supplier information, and documentation.
• Support vendor development and the establishment of reliable supplier networks.
• Assist in procurement planning and cost comparison.
• Help ensure continuous supply availability while maintaining procurement integrity.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or related field.
• 0–3 years of relevant experience in procurement, purchasing, supply chain, engineering, or vendor management.
• Fresh graduates are welcome to apply.
• Exposure to procurement systems, supplier coordination, warehouse systems, or industrial systems is preferred.
• Strong organizational, documentation, analytical, and coordination skills.
• Good communication and negotiation skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and other relevant procurement tools.

Preferred

• PRC License is an advantage, particularly for Engineering graduates.
• Familiarity with infrastructure procurement.
• Experience in supplier sourcing, quotation analysis, vendor evaluation, or purchasing.
• Strong supplier coordination and negotiation capability.
• Training or certification in procurement systems or supplier coordination systems is a plus.
• Experience working with water, wastewater, infrastructure, construction, or industrial projects is an advantage.

What We're Looking For

• Results-driven and accountable.
• Strong attention to detail and documentation discipline.
• Ethical and professional in supplier and vendor dealings.
• Strong analytical and negotiation skills.
• Organized and capable of managing multiple procurement requirements.
• Proactive in identifying reliable suppliers and resolving procurement concerns.
• Team player with strong coordination and communication skills.
• Committed to protecting supply reliability and procurement integrity.