Job Description

OverviewElement has an opportunity for a Buyer for managing procurement of all materials for various testing laboratories consisting chemistry, metallurgy, environment, civil & special testing.The role will be based in Jalan Boon Lay, Singapore.Responsibilities

• Assist in purchasing materials, supplies, or services in accordance with company policies and standards
• Ensure timely procurement of goods and help maintain efficient supply chain operations by supporting supplier relationships, invoice processing, and ensuring cost-effective procurement practices
• Prepare and issue Purchase Orders and follow up with the suppliers to expedite the delivery/ service ensuring cross functional coordination with operational and technical team to get technical compliance on the vendor proposals for both OPEX and CAPEX
• Identify key categories and initiate agreements with key vendors and key sub-contractors for favourable pricing and terms
• Build and maintain relationships with supplier, negotiate contracts, and secure favourable terms and conditions and evaluate vendor performance recommending improvements or changes when necessary

Skills / Qualifications

• Minimum Professional Certification in Procurement/ Supply Chain or equivalent
• 2 years of relevant working experience with high levels of integrity, analytical skills, coordination and team player
• Proficient with ERP and other systems like Tendering, Spend Analytics, Project Management, Microsoft Excel
• Ability to multitask and manage priorities
• Problem-solving and proactive mindset

Company OverviewElement is one of the fastest growing testing, inspection and certification businesses in the world. Globally we have more than 9,000 brilliant minds operating from 270 sites across 30 countries. Together we share an ambitious purpose to xe2x80x98Make tomorrow safer than today.When failure in use is not an option, we help customers make certain that their products, materials, processes and services are safe, compliant and fit for purpose. From early R&D, through complex regulatory approvals and into production, our global laboratory network of scientists, engineers, and technologists support customers to achieve assurance over product quality, sustainable outcomes, and market access.While we are proud of our global reach, working at Element feels like being part of a smaller company. We empower you to take charge of your career, and reward excellence and integrity with growth and development.Industries across the world depend on our care, attention to detail and the absolute accuracy of our work. The role we have to play in creating a safer world is much bigger than our organization.Diversity StatementAt Element, we always take pride in putting our people first. We are an equal opportunity employer that recognizes diversity and inclusion as fundamental to our Vision of becoming the worlds most trusted testing partner.All suitably qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective work related criteria and without regard for the following: age, disability, ethnic origin, gender, marital status, race, religion, responsibility of dependents, sexual orientation, or gender identity or other characteristics in accordance with the applicable governing laws or other characteristics in accordance with the applicable governing laws.

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