Purchasing Engineer

Job Responsibilities:

• Sourcing & Supplier Development: Support the sourcing of new alternative suppliers, materials, and equipment (e.g., pumps, blowers, piping, and installation contractors) from both local and overseas markets based on project requirements.
• Negotiation & Contract Management: Handle quotation requests (RFQs), evaluate suppliers, and negotiate prices, lead times, warranties, and commercial terms.
• Order & Claim Management: Monitor purchase orders, track delivery schedules, and handle claims with suppliers for defective items or shortages.
• Cost Analysis & Cost Reduction: Support cost breakdown analysis, benchmarking, and contribute to cost reduction initiatives.
• Problem Solving & Reporting: Resolve daily operational issues in purchasing and prepare regular procurement progress reports for management.

Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering (Industrial, Mechanical, Environmental) or Supply Chain, Logistics, or related fields.

• Experience: 1–5 years in procurement or purchasing (experience in project-based business or wastewater treatment is a plus).

• Proficiency in MS Office (Excel data analysis) and ERP systems.

• Basic knowledge of overseas sourcing, Incoterms, and customs clearance.

• Attributes: Proactive, "Can-do" attitude, able to work under pressure, and able to travel to sites/suppliers as required.