Sourcing and Procurement Officer at KBC Global · Bedok…

Not just a job, but a career

Yokogawa, award winner for ‘Best Asset Monitoring Technology’ and ‘Best Digital Twin Technology’ at the HP Awards, is a leading provider of industrial automation, test and measurement, information systems and industrial services in several industries.

Our aim is to shape a better future for our planet through supporting the energy transition, (bio)technology, artificial intelligence, industrial cybersecurity, etc. We are committed to the United Nations sustainable development goals by utilizing our ability to measure and connect.

About the Team Our 18,000 employees work in over 60 countries with one corporate mission, to "co-innovate tomorrow". We are looking for dynamic colleagues who share our passion for technology and care for our planet. In return, we offer you great career opportunities to grow yourself in a truly global culture where respect, value creation, collaboration, integrity, and gratitude are highly valued and exhibited in everything we do.

Job Description:

• Manage Purchase Orders and follow up with suppliers to ensure timely delivery of goods and services
• Handle multiple purchasing requirements concurrently and prioritise work according to project requirements, delivery dates and urgency
• Identify potential suppliers, conduct supplier qualifications and evaluations activities.
• Identify potential cost-saving opportunities through competitive sourcing, quotation comparison, supplier negotiation and alternative sourcing
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders, such as Project, Finance and Operations, to align procurement activities with business requirements
• Support the development and implementation of procurement strategies to optimize sourcing processes
• Ensure compliance with company policies, procurement procedures and applicable regulatory requirements
• Maintain accurate records of procurement transactions, contracts, and supplier information and preparing reports on purchasing activities, supplier performance and cost savings
• Execute cost saving initiatives and process improvement

Job Requirements:

• Degree/Diploma in Supply Chain Management / Engineering background
• 2–3 years of experience in purchasing, sourcing or procurement within a Direct and/or Indirect procurement environment. Experience in the DCS, engineering or industrial sector will be an advantage
• Results-oriented, self-motivated and able to work effectively in a fast-paced, multi-stakeholder environment
• Experience in engineering, manufacturing, EPC, project-based or industrial procurement will be an advantage
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, with knowledge of data analysis and reporting tools such as Power BI being an advantage
• Good written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate effectively with suppliers and internal stakeholders

By responding to Yokogawa’s advertisement, consent is considered given to Yokogawa to collect the required personal data for the purpose of recruitment with expectation that Yokogawa will protect personal data with security safeguards that are reasonable and appropriate to the sensitivity of the personal data, to protect it from unauthorized access, use or disclosure and complies with applicable regulatory requirements with respect to the retention of personal data.

We regret to inform that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Yokogawa is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Yokogawa wants a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture. We will actively recruit, develop, and promote people from a variety of backgrounds who differ in terms of experience, knowledge, thinking styles, perspective, cultural background, and socioeconomic status. We will not discriminate based on race, skin color, age, sex, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, religion, belief, political opinion, nationality, ethnicity, place of origin, disability, family relations or any other circumstances. Yokogawa values differences and enables everyone to belong, contribute, succeed, and demonstrate their full potential.

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