Job Description - Buyer

Description
  • Conduct end-to-end sourcing, tender processes (RFQs/bidding), and bid evaluations for plant materials, chemicals, MRO spare parts, non-trade consumables, and service contracts in alignment with the Purchasing Manager.
  • Analyze commercial data (spend, market rates) to negotiate optimal pricing, discounts, payment terms, delivery schedules, and SLAs, supporting final contract set-up and award recommendations.
  • Execute purchasing processes for BOM (Direct) and non-BOM (Indirect) materials and services in strict compliance with company procurement policies.
  • Screen new suppliers, maintain the Approved Vendor List (AVL) in accordance with ISO/safety standards, evaluate vendor performance, and resolve contract disputes, price amendments, or scope variations.
  • Ensure correct receipt of materials through effective checking of items, tax classification in accordance with materials and legislation, and timely availability to internal customers.
  • Ensure all purchasing practices strictly comply with internal procurement policies, Singapore customs/trade regulations, and Safety (EHS) guidelines.
  • Proactively manages relationships with key service providers, raw material suppliers, and internal cross-functional teams (Operations, Finance, Commercial, HR).


Requirements
  • Diploma or Degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, Engineering, Chemistry, or a related discipline.
  • 1 to 4 years of procurement or purchasing experience, preferably within manufacturing, chemical, oil & gas, or engineering plant environments (fresh graduates with relevant supply chain internship experience may be considered for junior entry).
  • Hands-on experience or functional familiarity with SAP (MM module) for handling PR/PO execution, vendor line items, and inventory tracking.
  • Strong organizational skills with a proactive attitude toward expediting deliveries and keeping track of open POs.
  • Proficiency in Excel, Outlook, Word and PDF.
  • Excellent communication skills to interface confidently with internal teams (Plant Operations, Warehouse, Finance) and external vendors.


Benefits
  • Private Health Insurance
  • Training & Development
  • Performance Bonus
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Cariflex Llc

Cariflex is a global leader of isoprene rubber latex (“IR Latex”) and isoprene rubber (“IR”) for medical end markets and other high-value markets with strong growth drivers. Cariflex is headquartered in Singapore and 100% owned by DL Chemical Co., Ltd. (KSE: DL Chemical). DL Chemical is the flagship...

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