Procurement Assistant Manager (Chemical/Construction)

Our client is a**Chemical Manufacturing MNC.**Due to business needs, they are now recruiting Assistant Procurement Manager to be part of their Procurement Team for ongoing transformation projects. They are located in the West - easily accessible (Company Transportation Provided)

Duties of Assistant Procurement Manager:

Purchasing & Sourcing

• Manage day-to-day purchasing activities, including sourcing, quotation comparison, purchase orders, and order follow-up.
• Source and evaluate suppliers based on price, quality, lead time, service, and reliability.
• Obtain competitive quotations and support price negotiations to achieve cost-effective purchasing.
• Monitor market conditions, material prices, and supplier developments to identify cost-saving opportunities.

Supplier Management

• Monitor supplier performance in terms of pricing, quality, delivery, service, and compliance.
• Conduct supplier evaluations and follow up on performance issues or corrective actions when required.
• Coordinate with suppliers on product specifications, delivery schedules, quality issues, and other purchasing matters.

Supply & Inventory Coordination

• Coordinate with internal departments to understand purchasing requirements and ensure timely availability of materials.
• Monitor stock levels, purchase requirements, and delivery schedules to support uninterrupted operations.
• Follow up closely with suppliers on outstanding orders, delivery delays, and supply issues.

Cost & Process Improvement

• Support cost reduction and cost optimization initiatives through effective sourcing and supplier negotiations.
• Analyze purchasing data, supplier pricing, and spending trends to identify opportunities for improvement.

Compliance & Documentation

• Ensure purchase orders, quotations, contracts, supplier records, and other purchasing documents are properly maintained.

Sustainability & Supplier Compliance

• Support responsible sourcing practices and supplier compliance with company standards.

Requirements:

• Degree in Procurement, Supply Chain, Business Administration or related field
• Minimum 5 years' relevant experience in procurement, purchasing and administration, preferably in Chemical Industry
• Strong experience in supplier sourcing, negotiation, cost control and vendor management
• Relevant experience in a managerial position.

Interested candidates who wish to apply for the advertised position, please clickAPPLY NOWor email an updated copy of your resume/cv.

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EA License No: 19C9682

EA Personnel No: R25157233 (Loh Pooi Keng)