Job Description

Purpose : Contract Engineer will be able to perform the procurement activities as well as review the contract requirements.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assist Operation Manager in materials functions and day-to-day operations.
• Review Procurement strategy and advise on suitability, source comparable quotes in all fields.
• Sources for new and alternative suppliers to support direct and indirect materials/equipment/tools from inside and outside of Singapore.
• Manage purchasing cycle including request for quotation, PO creation, PO follow up, supplier billing and purchase forecasting.
• Negotiate with customers and suppliers for the delivery dates fulfilments.
• Arrange import/export shipment with the forwarders, including preparation or permit and bookings.
• Liaise with warehouse and import/export forwarder and trucker for the movement of cargoes.
• Manage the shipping cost by negotiating with forwarding service providers for the best cost.
• Verify and submit the invoices for payment for the prices and cost of the service providers and monitor payment.
• Manage the customer forecast information and provide timely forecasts to the project team by advising the best shipping route.
• Manage and update the price list in the CRM to ensure product costing, selling price, descriptions, and specifications are up to date and accurate according to company policies.
• Manage and set policies for product group and categorization in the CRM.
• Maintain procurement database and documentation.
• Generate contractors\xe2\x80\x99 & suppliers\xe2\x80\x99 required contracts.
• Ensure the contractor\xe2\x80\x99s compliance with contractual terms and conditions and highlight any gaps.
• Manage sub-contracts, invoices, and various tasks as assigned.
• Direct hands-on and working on price and Terms and Conditions negotiation with suppliers, vendors and contractors.
• Able to comprehend the Terms and Conditions between all parties.
• Negotiate contracts/agreements for purchasing materials.
• Analyse, monitor, and forecast and keep optimal spare part inventory levels
• Award contracts by purchasing best practices
• Coordinate local and overseas shipments delivery (Incoterms\xc2\xae2020)
• Generate monthly purchasing reports for Management Review, highlight sourcing issues for management\'s action
• Initiate and lead cost-saving initiatives
• Liaise with local and overseas suppliers; Maintain and update the approved supplier list; Source, evaluate and qualify suppliers.
• Determination of equipment and supplies requirements.
• Ensure Approved Vendor List (AVL) is maintained.
• Ensure vendor performance is controlled.
• Raise Correction Action Request (CAR) to problematic vendors.
• Perform ad hoc duties as requested.
• Define & know how to create the SKU according to the Product Category
• Setup items view to help the Sales Team to find and understand the item easily
• Enter all items with the correct Sales & Purchase Account and Item Type
• Enter clear and concise Item Description and Unit
• Group the General Product Item List according to the product category and update the Sales Team regularly (monthly) reports on the shipment status to report to client/customer

• Minimum Diploma/Degree in Accountant, Purchasing, Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, and Engineering (Electronic /Electrical /Mechanical/Mechatronics).

• Experience in related industry/field for more than 2 years. Fresh graduate are welcome to apply.

• Proficient computer skills, Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Excel).

• Able to work independently with minimal supervision in a fast-paced environment.

• Flexible and able to multitask on several different aspects of a project or multiple projects.

• Good proficiency in English and Chinese language (both spoken & written).

• A team player with positive energy and influence.