Purchasing Assistant Manager, Construction Projects

Job responsibilities: -

1. Procurement & Purchasing

• Oversee procurement of construction materials, M&E items, machinery, equipment, subcontractor works, and services based on project requirements and schedules.
• Plan and monitor procurement activities, including long-lead and critical items, to support timely project delivery.
• Review purchase requisitions, quotations, and Purchase Orders to ensure accuracy, competitiveness, and compliance with Company procedures.

2. Sourcing & Negotiation

• Source, evaluate, and recommend suitable suppliers, subcontractors, and vendors based on price, quality, capability, lead time, and reliability.
• Lead negotiations on pricing, payment terms, delivery schedules, and other commercial terms to achieve cost savings and value for money.
• Support tender and quotation exercises, including coordination of drawings, specifications, material requirements, and commercial information.

3. Project & Supplier Coordination

• Coordinate with Project, Site, Contracts, QS, Engineering, and other departments on procurement requirements and delivery schedules.
• Monitor supplier and subcontractor performance and resolve issues relating to cost, quality, delivery, and availability.
• Maintain effective relationships with suppliers, subcontractors, vendors, and project stakeholders.

4. Cost, Compliance & Improvement

• Monitor procurement costs against approved budgets and identify cost-saving and value-engineering opportunities.
• Ensure procurement activities comply with Company SOPs, ISO/QESH requirements, project specifications, and applicable regulations.
• Review procurement processes and recommend improvements to efficiency, cost, documentation, and supplier performance.
• Prepare procurement updates and reports and escalate significant procurement risks or issues to Management.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities assigned by the immediate superior.

Job requirements: -

• Minimum Diploma/Degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Procurement, Construction Management, or a related field.
• Minimum 5 years of purchasing/procurement experience, preferably in the construction industry, engineering, building materials, or project-based environments.
• Hands-on experience managing purchase requisitions, purchase orders, quotation comparisons, supplier evaluation, negotiation, and delivery coordination.
• Familiarity with construction materials, equipment, subcontracted services, drawings, and project specifications is an advantage.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and familiar with ERP or procurement systems. Experience with SQL system is an advantage.
• Possess strong negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills with a high level of integrity.
• Able to work independently and manage procurement activities efficiently.