Lead Procurement and Purchaser
Sol Luminaire, an architectural lighting studio founded in Singapore, is expanding.
Join us as a Lead Procurement and Purchaser to manage procurement, purchasing, inventory control, logistics coordination and support our daily operations.
Responsibilities:
Procurement & Purchasing
Manage day-to-day procurement and purchasing activities
Source lighting products and related items from local and overseas suppliers
Obtain quotations and negotiate pricing, lead times, payment terms and other commercial terms
Manage purchase orders and follow up on outstanding orders
Ensure products are purchased at competitive prices and delivered according to agreed timelines
Existing & Customised Orders
Manage procurement for existing, repeat and project orders
Source products according to customer and project requirements
Coordinate with suppliers on product specifications, finishes, samples and customisation
Follow up closely on customised orders to ensure specifications, production and delivery timelines are met
Ensure order details are accurately communicated to suppliers before production
Supplier Management
Maintain good working relationships with existing suppliers
Identify and evaluate new suppliers and products where required
Negotiate with suppliers on pricing, quality, payment terms and delivery
Monitor supplier performance and follow up on quality, production and delivery issues
Resolve supplier-related issues promptly
Inventory & ERP Management
Monitor inventory levels and purchasing requirements to ensure adequate stock availability
Maintain proper inventory controls and minimise overstocking and stock shortages
Monitor stock movement and coordinate replenishment where required
Set up new products, SKUs and relevant product information in the ERP system
Ensure product descriptions, specifications, pricing, supplier details and other relevant information are accurately maintained in the ERP system
Ensure purchasing and inventory records are accurate and up to date
Logistics & Shipping
Coordinate local and overseas logistics, including shipments to and from Singapore
Liaise with suppliers, freight forwarders and logistics partners
Track production and shipment status and follow up on delivery schedules
Ensure shipping and delivery documents are properly arranged
Resolve issues relating to shipment delays, shortages, damaged or incorrect deliveries
Internal Coordination
Work closely with Sales, Operations and Finance on purchasing requirements
Keep relevant teams updated on order, production and delivery status
Coordinate purchasing and delivery timelines to support customer and project requirements
Follow up closely on urgent or time-sensitive orders
The Ideal Candidate:
4–6 years of relevant procurement and/or purchasing experience, preferably in lighting, furniture, sanitaryware, tiles, electrical products or similar industries
Experienced in sourcing and managing local and overseas suppliers, including price and terms negotiation
Familiar with customised, made-to-order and project-based procurement
Strong in order follow-up, supplier coordination and overseas logistics, with good attention to detail
Independent, hands-on and organised, with the ability to manage multiple orders and work well in a fast-paced SME environment