806 Buyer Assistant jobs in Singapore

Job Purpose:

• Develop and deliver the most appropriate and comprehensive product range for each category that maximizes profitability through buying efficiencies, pricing and sales strategies

Responsibilities:

• Merchandising support in areas like category/stocks/market planning, pricing

• Knowledge of shipping documentation and co-ordination with forwarders, shipping companies, locally and overseas

• Maintain relationship with existing suppliers and source new suppliers for future products/brands

• Conduct training on new product and seasonal launches

Ad-hoc

• Able multi-task

Competencies

Behavioral

• Demonstrates creativity, integrity, passion and self-motivation

• Ability to make decisions, meet targets and work under pressure and managing workload with little direction

• Has business-like approach, uses tact and diplomacy when negotiating

• Absorbs and assesses information quickly

• Enjoys dealing with people whether by phone or in person

• Team Player

Functional

• Knowledge on key business drivers (eg: pricing, promotion, assortment, margins)

• Knowledge on financial retail calculations – OTB, markdowns, margins

• Negotiation skills

• Well versed in Microsoft office, especially excel. Good worksheets skills to generate structured reports

• Skilled in Photoshop/Illustrator is a good tool to have for needed alternations

• Able to communicate with intermediate writing skills for the bilingual languages ie Mandarin and English, in

order to communicate with Mandarin speaking supplier. Processing of documents in Mandarin is needed.

Proficiency in Mandarin is essential.

• Possesses Diploma in Fashion Design will be prioritized

Job Purpose:

· Develop and deliver the most appropriate and comprehensive product range for each category that maximizes profitability through buying efficiencies, pricing and sales strategies

Responsibilities:

· Merchandising support in areas like category/stocks/market planning, pricing

· Knowledge of shipping documentation and co-ordination with forwarders, shipping companies, locally and overseas

· Maintain relationship with existing suppliers and source new suppliers for future products/brands

· Conduct training on new product and seasonal launches

Ad-hoc

· Able multi-task

Competencies

Behavioral

· Demonstrates creativity, integrity, passion and self-motivation

· Ability to make decisions, meet targets and work under pressure and managing workload with little direction

· Has business-like approach, uses tact and diplomacy when negotiating

· Absorbs and assesses information quickly

· Enjoys dealing with people whether by phone or in person

· Team Player

Functional

· Knowledge on key business drivers (eg: pricing, promotion, assortment, margins)

· Knowledge on financial retail calculations – OTB, markdowns, margins

· Negotiation skills

· Well versed in Microsoft office, especially excel. Good worksheets skills to generate structured reports

· Skilled in Photoshop/Illustrator is a good tool to have for needed alternations

· Able to communicate with intermediate writing skills for the bilingual languages ie Mandarin and English, in

order to communicate with Mandarin speaking supplier. Processing of documents in Mandarin is needed.

Proficiency in Mandarin is essential.

· Possesses Diploma in Fashion Design will be prioritized

Job Purpose:

· Develop and deliver the most appropriate and comprehensive product range for each category that maximizes profitability through buying efficiencies, pricing and sales strategies

Responsibilities:

· Merchandising support in areas like category/stocks/market planning, pricing

· Knowledge of shipping documentation and co-ordination with forwarders, shipping companies, locally and overseas

· Maintain relationship with existing suppliers and source new suppliers for future products/brands

· Conduct training on new product and seasonal launches

Ad-hoc

· Able multi-task

Competencies

Behavioral

· Demonstrates creativity, integrity, passion and self-motivation

· Ability to make decisions, meet targets and work under pressure and managing workload with little direction

· Has business-like approach, uses tact and diplomacy when negotiating

· Absorbs and assesses information quickly

· Enjoys dealing with people whether by phone or in person

· Team Player

Functional

· Knowledge on key business drivers (eg: pricing, promotion, assortment, margins)

· Knowledge on financial retail calculations – OTB, markdowns, margins

· Negotiation skills

· Well versed in Microsoft office, especially excel. Good worksheets skills to generate structured reports

· Skilled in Photoshop/Illustrator is a good tool to have for needed alternations

· Able to communicate with intermediate writing skills for the bilingual languages ie Mandarin and English, in

order to communicate with Mandarin speaking supplier. Processing of documents in Mandarin is needed.

Proficiency in Mandarin is essential.

· Possesses Diploma in Fashion Design will be prioritized

The role of the Buyer Assistant is to provide administrative support to a Buyer and manages a wide variety of tasks related to the products in their defined categories. The Buyer Assistant plays a key role in the activation of marketing and operational initiatives and is a key point of contact for both internal and external stakeholders.

Category Maintenance:

• Manage the creation and maintenance of SKN information in the system accurately.
• Manage Price changes – mark ups, mark downs, new everyday retails, clearance.
• Manage product recalls and compliance orders.

Credit Allowance & Vendor Management:

• Compile Vendor data for setup and update system to reflect any changes in Vendor trading terms.
• Maintain Funding spread sheet, coordinate Credit Allowance process, maintain CA Database and follow up for approvals where required.
• Investigate and resolve vendor price and invoice discrepancies.
• Attend and note take at vendor meetings.
• Negotiate with Vendor to secure trading terms and funding as required.

Marketing – Catalogues, Campaigns and Special Deals:

• Work with Inventory Control to ensure stock availability and respond with urgency to any Inventory changes.
• Maintain, update and review catalogue proofs on a weekly basis to verify item image, pricing, financials, and other details.
• Update Promotional Database with correct information for Catalogues, EDM, Flyers, Press Ads and other Temporary Price Change campaigns.
• Investigate and rectify any promotional Price discrepancies.
• Analyse Post-Campaign reporting including inventory levels by week of the promotion.
• Market research on prices and catalogues.
• Acquire and save all product images for marketing usage and acquiring samples for photography as required.
• Suggest product offers and projections for promotional campaigns.
• Review submissions for Accounting issues – keep track of products in promotional offers, particularly in back-to-back promotions to ensure compliance with legislative requirements and escalate concerns with urgency.
• Create and maintain Vendor promotional plans.
• Create item submissions for flyers and catalogues on behalf of Buyer where required.

Store Communications and Store Planning:

• Develop and submit information for Store Bulletins, clar i fying details of weekly promotional deals, price changes, sales assistance material, ranging, visual merchandising etc.
• Liaise with stores as a main point of contact regarding category queries including top and bottom sellers; customer queries; visual merchandising; price changes and discrepancies, spare parts or product concerns; non-scanning items, catalogue/promotions queries.

General Reporting and Administrative support:

• Analyze Aged Inventory reports and suggesting mark downs/new retails.
• Complete and update Product safety and Compliance checking processes as required.
• Manage samples as required by Buyer.
  Leading or supporting other projects and duties as required from time to time.

Job Requirements:

• Diploma in Retail / Business or equivalent.
• Preferably one year experience in retail.
• Intermediate to advanced Microsoft Office Skills.
• Meticulous and good numerical sense.
• Good communication skills.
• Interested in toys/juvenile products, resourceful and a good team player.
• Able to multi-task and work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.

Position Description

The Buyer admin assistant is responsible for day-to-day processing and follow-up of purchase and repair orders for our Airframe and Component MRO business. By utilizing Fokker's global supply chain and local sources, you will be able to fulfill AMRO and CMRO demand. The buyer will also be responsible for ensuring accurate delivery dates and airwaybill information in the system for optimal planning. The buyer admin assistant will report to the Lead Buyer and will liaise closely in the field of continuous improvement.

Section II

Part A - Key Accountabilities and Responsibilities

• Process purchase requisitions and convert them into purchase orders promptly.
• Coordinate with internal departments to verify procurement requirements and ensure accuracy of requests.
• Liaise with vendors and suppliers to obtain quotations, follow up on deliveries, and resolve any order discrepancies.
• Maintain and update supplier information, purchase records, and related documentation in the procurement system.
• Track and monitor the status of orders to ensure timely delivery and escalate delays where necessary.
• Assist in sourcing products and services based on procurement guidelines.
• Ensure compliance with company procurement policies and procedures.
• Support procurement reporting by compiling data for spend analysis, delivery performance, and cost savings.
• Provide administrative support such as filing, documentation, and coordination of procurement-related tasks.
• Assist in vendor evaluation and performance review processes.
• Any ad-hoc task as assigned by immediate superior.

Location: North East Region

Position Description

The Buyer admin assistant is responsible for day-to-day processing and follow-up of purchase and repair orders for our Airframe and Component MRO business. The buyer will also be responsible for ensuring accurate delivery dates and airwaybill information in the system for optimal planning. The buyer admin assistant will report to the Lead Buyer and will liaise closely in the field of continuous improvement.

Part A - Key Accountabilities and Responsibilities

• Process purchase requisitions and convert them into purchase orders promptly.
• Coordinate with internal departments to verify procurement requirements and ensure accuracy of requests.
• Liaise with vendors and suppliers to obtain quotations, follow up on deliveries, and resolve any order discrepancies.
• Maintain and update supplier information, purchase records, and related documentation in the procurement system.
• Track and monitor the status of orders to ensure timely delivery and escalate delays where necessary.
• Assist in sourcing products and services based on procurement guidelines.
• Ensure compliance with company procurement policies and procedures.
• Support procurement reporting by compiling data for spend analysis, delivery performance, and cost savings.
• Provide administrative support such as filing, documentation, and coordination of procurement-related tasks.
• Assist in vendor evaluation and performance review processes.
• Any ad-hoc task as assigned by immediate superior.

Part B - Required Experience, Competencies & Qualifications

• Diploma or equivalent qualification in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or related field
• 1–3 years of experience in a procurement or administrative support role preferred.
• Good organizational and time-management skills.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Familiarity with procurement software or ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, etc.).
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (especially Excel and Outlook).
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Location: North East Region

Position Description

The Buyer admin assistant is responsible for day-to-day processing and follow-up of purchase and repair orders for our Airframe and Component MRO business. The buyer will also be responsible for ensuring accurate delivery dates and airwaybill information in the system for optimal planning. The buyer admin assistant will report to the Lead Buyer and will liaise closely in the field of continuous improvement.

Part A - Key Accountabilities and Responsibilities

• Process purchase requisitions and convert them into purchase orders promptly.
• Coordinate with internal departments to verify procurement requirements and ensure accuracy of requests.
• Liaise with vendors and suppliers to obtain quotations, follow up on deliveries, and resolve any order discrepancies.
• Maintain and update supplier information, purchase records, and related documentation in the procurement system.
• Track and monitor the status of orders to ensure timely delivery and escalate delays where necessary.
• Assist in sourcing products and services based on procurement guidelines.
• Ensure compliance with company procurement policies and procedures.
• Support procurement reporting by compiling data for spend analysis, delivery performance, and cost savings.
• Provide administrative support such as filing, documentation, and coordination of procurement-related tasks.
• Assist in vendor evaluation and performance review processes.
• Any ad-hoc task as assigned by immediate superior.

Part B - Required Experience, Competencies & Qualifications

• Diploma or equivalent qualification in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or related field
• 1–3 years of experience in a procurement or administrative support role preferred.
• Good organizational and time-management skills.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Familiarity with procurement software or ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, etc.).
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (especially Excel and Outlook).
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Review material planning, issue Purchase Orders and follow up with deliveries.

Manage and control material receiving and deliveries.

Work with suppliers on shipping arrangements.

Expedite critical deliveries in order to meet business needs.

Creation and maintenance of data for ERP system.

Ensure pricing accuracy.

Reconcile and manage inventory.

Support New Production Introduction.

Any other ad-hoc duties as assigned in accordance with business needs.

Responsibilities

·    Plan seasonal buying, core assortment selection and driving sales performance for the assigned categories.

·    Prepare and conduct seasonal product trainings and store visits.

·    Prepare and analyze sales, profits, and stock reports; prepare budget reports.

·    Analyze sales performance to monitor inventory and replenishments for stores.

·    Build and maintain strong and sustainable relationships with vendors.

·    Ensure order confirmations and invoices from suppliers are accurate.

·    Partner with retail, marketing, and communications teams to execute launch plans and initiatives.

·    Prepare weekly or monthly consignment tracking and sell through reports.

Requirements

·   Diploma in business, marketing, fashion or other related disciplines

·    Minimum 2 years of relevant experience in merchandising, buying, or retail operations.

·    Proficient in using Microsoft Excel for inventory management, sales analysis and reporting.

·    Excellent communication and negotiation skills.