Total 4 executive assistant job vacancies in Purchasing / Procurement / Inventory category in Singapore

We are looking for a passionate and commercially driven Merchandising Executive to manage product selection, purchasing, inventory planning, and demand forecasting for our retail business. You will play a key role in identifying market trends, optimizing stock investment, and driving product performance across our retail network.

This role requires strong analytical skills, commercial awareness, inventory planning knowledge, and the ability to balance customer demand with business profitability.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and manage product assortment, purchasing strategies, and inventory levels to support sales targets and business growth.
• Develop demand forecasts using sales trends, historical data, seasonality, and market insights to ensure optimal stock availability.
• Manage and monitor the Open-to-Buy (OTB) budget to ensure effective inventory investment and healthy stock flow.
• Analyze sales performance, inventory movement, stock turnover, and sell-through rates to drive informed buying decisions.
• Source, evaluate, and negotiate with suppliers and brand principals on pricing, product range, promotions, and commercial terms.
• Monitor market trends, competitor activities, and customer preferences to identify growth opportunities and product gaps.
• Coordinate seasonal buying plans, new product launches, and promotional activities with Marketing and Retail Operations teams.
• Ensure timely replenishment and maintain balanced inventory levels across all retail outlets.
• Work closely with suppliers and internal stakeholders to manage delivery timelines, product availability, and merchandising support materials.
• Prepare sales forecasts, buying plans, inventory reports, and product performance analysis for management review.
• Support pricing strategies and recommend actions to improve profitability, stock efficiency, and category performance.
• Maintain accurate product data, purchase records, and inventory information within the ERP/system platform.

Requirements

• Diploma/Degree in Business, Merchandising, Retail Management, Marketing, Supply Chain, or related field.
• Minimum 3–5 years of experience in merchandising, buying, demand planning, or retail category management.
• Strong knowledge of inventory planning, demand forecasting, and Open-to-Buy (OTB) management.
• Strong analytical, negotiation, and commercial decision-making skills.
• Good understanding of retail operations, consumer trends, and product lifecycle management.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and ERP/inventory management systems.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Able to work in a fast-paced retail environment and manage multiple priorities effectively.
• Experience in eyewear, fashion, beauty, lifestyle, or FMCG retail industry is an added advantage.

Perks & Benefits

• Regular team activities
• Medical insurance
• Personal leave
• Personal development opportunities
• Dental insurance

Key Responsibilities:

• Supervise and manage quality control processes to ensure products meet safety and regulatory standards.
• Handle customer complaints and quality issues through investigation and corrective actions.
• Inspect incoming raw materials, purchased components, and finished assemblies against engineering drawings and purchase order specifications.
• Developing metrics and reporting to track the ongoing quality trends across a variety of data quality dimensions.
• Perform dimensional measurements using calipers,  micrometers, depth  gauges, and height gauges per approved inspection procedure.
• Conduct visual inspections for surface finish, coating quality, assembly completeness, and workmanship defects against reference standards.
• Apply sampling plans correctly to determine appropriate lot inspection quantities and record lot acceptance or rejection decisions.
• Tag, segregate, and document nonconforming materials using nonconformance tags and electronic quality records.
• Complete inspection records, traveler documents, and certificates of conformance accurately and legibly.
• Maintain and verify calibration status of inspection gauges; remove out-of-calibration tools from service and submit for calibration.
• Perform in-process inspections at defined production checkpoints per the approved control plan.
• Support first article inspections by gathering dimensional data for new part numbers under quality engineer direction.
• Communicate inspection findings clearly to production supervisors, material handlers, and quality staff to facilitate timely disposition decisions.
• Suggesting improvements to production processes to enhance quality control.
• Training the production team about quality control concerns to improve product excellence.

Perks & Benefits

• Nearby public transport
• Casual dress code
• Medical insurance
• Personal leave
• Paid training and development

Job Responsibilities

1) Managing Daily Purchasing Activities:

• Support site ordering based on project progress and requirements.
• Prepare purchase orders in accordance with SOP and ISO Quality Management System tasks.
• Resolve project orders, material, and machinery-related issues in collaboration with project teams.

2) Supplier Relations and Negotiation:

• Manage relationships with suppliers, contractors, and vendors.
• Negotiate prices, delivery timelines, and terms and conditions.
• Maintain a supplier database and records in alignment with SOP and Quality, Environment, Safety, and Health documentation.

3) Coordination and Collaboration:

• Coordinate with project personnel to identify and fulfill project-specific procurement needs.
• Collaborate with the Contract Department to request quotations for tendering and obtain necessary material details, quantities, and drawings.

4) Quality Assurance and Budget Management:

• Ensure that all procured items meet the required quality standards and specifications.
• Prepare cost estimates and manage budgets related to purchasing activities.

5) Process Improvement and Compliance:

• Continuously work towards improving purchasing systems and processes.
• Implement policies, procedures, and instructions as required by the QESH management system.
• Develop and execute action plans based on risk and opportunity assessments in accordance with ISO standards.
• Promote the use of a process approach, risk-based thinking, and life cycle perspective within the organization.
• Ensure compliance with legal and other applicable requirements.

6) Perform any other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the immediate superior.

Job requirements: -

• Minimum SPM/Diploma in Business Administration, Management, or a related field.
• At least 3 years of purchasing/procurement experience, preferably in the construction industry.
• Able to source, evaluate, and negotiate with suppliers and vendors effectively.
• Knowledge of building materials and construction processes is an added advantage.
• Computer literate with good knowledge of Microsoft Office and SQL System.
• Possess strong negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills with a high level of integrity.
• Able to work independently and manage procurement activities efficiently.

Perks & Benefits

• Open culture
• Personal development opportunities

主要職責

採購訂單（PO）：

• 協助向分包商和供應商發出所有所需材料和服務的採購訂單。
• 確保按照已批准的採購申請單（PR）採購貨物。
• 每日更新和維護採購訂單主清單。

供應商管理：

• 與供應商協商價格和條款，以達成最佳交易。
• 協助取得報價、比較價格，並確保成本效益。
• 建立並維護最新的供應商聯絡人名單。

訂單和配送監控：

• 追蹤訂單狀態和交貨時間表，以確保及時收到材料和服務。
• 跟進供應商待出貨事宜，並解決差異。

文件和記錄：

• 協助維護採購商品、送貨詳情和發票的準確記錄。
• 確保採購文件以電子版和紙本版兩種形式妥善歸檔。

行政支援：

• 協助處理辦公室日常維護和行政事務。
• 前台不方便時接聽電話及接收郵件。
• 接收文件並簽收快遞。

團隊協作：

• 與採購團隊密切合作，確保工作流程順暢，並了解採購流程。
• 根據需要為團隊成員提供臨時支援。
• 執行上級不時指派的其他相關任務。

資格與技能

• 工商管理、供應鏈或相關領域的文憑/學位。
• 較強的談判和溝通能力。
• 注重細節，具備良好的組織能力。
• 熟練微軟辦公室軟體（Excel、Word）和採購系統。
• 能夠獨立工作，也能作為團隊成員協作。

除了英語和馬來語外，還需具備閱讀、寫作、說普通話的能力，以便與供應商溝通並確保包容性。

福利待遇

• 年度績效獎金
• 附近公共交通
• 醫療保險
• 有薪培訓與發展