Procurement Specialist at Halliburton Completions Mfg Pte. Ltd. (2025-12 – 2026-03)
Managed end-to-end procurement cycle with focus on cost containment and operational efficiency
- Managed end-to-end procurement cycle, issuing purchase orders aligned with MRP requirements to ensure uninterrupted production
- Complies with and executes Category Management strategy in accordance with policies and procedures. Expedites, de-expedites and issues change orders to meet manufacturing, field plant or project demands
- Analyses and resolves basic Goods Receipt and Invoice Receipt issues (GRIR) with assistance as needed
- Assists in creating request for quotations (RFQ) and organizing competitive biddings from various suppliers to obtain the best quality, delivery, and price for goods and services
- Assists in assessing supplier performance. Job tasks, correctly performed, impact indirectly on cost containment, efficiency, profitability or operations
Planner cum Buyer at Bartec Pte Ltd (2025-07 – 2025-12)
6 months contract role focused on material planning, supplier management, and cost reduction initiatives
- Develop and execute purchasing and material planning strategies in alignment with drawing, BOM, production schedules and inventory targets
- Issue purchase orders to suppliers based on MRP (Material Requirements Planning) data and demand forecasts
- Monitor supplier performance and maintained strong vendor relationships to ensure quality, cost, and delivery standards were consistently met
- Track order status and expedited or deferred deliveries as needed to align with dynamic production requirements
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams—including manufacturing, engineering, and quality—to resolve supply chain issues and support operational efficiency
- Analyse demand trends and supply risks to proactively anticipate and mitigate potential disruptions
- Support cost reduction initiatives by identifying strategic sourcing opportunities and negotiating favourable terms with suppliers
- Ensure compliance with company policies, quality standards, and industry regulations
Sourcing Specialist at Reda Production Systems – Schlumberger (2022-06 – 2025-07)
Sourcing and procurement specialist managing supplier evaluation, contract negotiation, and cost saving initiatives
- Implement plans to ensure orders meet specified quality and delivery times and to minimize the total cost of purchases
- Documents performance to action plans and timelines for assigned sourcing projects
- Establishes supplier base in conformance with guidance from Category Managers
- Handles requests for information, quotations, proposals, and bidding processes
- Evaluates current and potential suppliers in coordination with Supplier Quality Teams
- Negotiate with suppliers to meet quality, delivery, and cost objectives
- Execute contract negotiation and development in coordination with Sourcing Manager and Legal Team
- Drives the parts and process qualification in coordination with Supplier Quality Teams
- Works with Sourcing Manager or Sourcing Leader to guarantee supply for all portfolios
- Establishes and maintains rapport with all levels of external and internal stakeholders
- Identifies opportunities and implements actions to achieve efficiencies
- 2023 cost saving reclassification project with saving of USD$47,320.71
- 2024 cost saving reclassification project with saving of USD$115,929.34
Senior Purchasing and Logistics Executive at Hunting Energy Services Pte Ltd – Well Intervention Division (2012-03 – 2022-03)
Senior role managing purchasing strategies, vendor management, logistics coordination, and supply chain operations
- Develop, lead, and execute purchasing strategies
- Track and report key functional metrics to reduce expenses and improve effectiveness
- Prepare and process requisitions and purchase orders for standard items and machining items
- Vendor sourcing and management inclusive of identifying potential suppliers, building and maintaining good relationships, regular supplier performance review
- Interface and negotiate with vendors to provide best quality equipment, goods and services at the most competitive rates
- Negotiate contract on behalf of the organization
- Vendor management, monitoring monthly OTD of top 10 vendors
- Expedite and monitor the progress of Internal Sales Orders and Works Orders at all the different stages. Central point of contact with regards to progress updates and order status reports
- Populate and maintain the integrity of data in the ERP system. Make sure that dates, comments, and other data elements are always up to date
- Monitor daily production and report any failures to meet production targets to the Production Management team and reasons why. Monitor operating procedures and ensure systems are implemented to control overall quality of product, to meet customer/licensor requirements
- Assist the sales department in monitoring OTD for key customers
- Review and improve the whole cycle of shipment and documentation processes to ensure cost effective and efficient delivery of goods
- Supervises and coordinates shipping activities both local and international
- Liaising with customers and/or their agents on delivery requirements
- Ensuring all relevant shipping documentation is present and correct and accompanies the equipment to be dispatched
- Obtaining competitive quotes for freight costs and action accordingly
- Create and Manage supplier purchase orders and complete invoicing to be submitted to accounting department. Whilst recording all cost savings
- Accountable for the monitoring and managing the performance of logistics suppliers ensuring they follow the Standard Operation Procedures agreed between Supplier and Hunting
- Responsible for Managing imports, ensuring all goods are imported correctly using appropriate incoterms
Assistant Manager at City Chain Stores Pte Ltd (1996-08 – 2009-01)
Retail operations management focusing on daily operations, customer service, and sales performance
- Oversaw the comprehensive daily operations of the retail outlet, including the strategic planning and coordination of staff schedules to ensure optimal workforce efficiency
- Handled customer service matters with professionalism, addressing complaints and providing consistent after-sales support to enhance customer satisfaction
- Maintained high standards of store cleanliness and visual merchandising to uphold brand image
- Monitored sales performance and implemented necessary actions to ensure the achievement of targeted revenue goals
