The posting
Key Reponsibilities
- Source products and materials from local and overseas suppliers, including Taobao and other Chinese e-commerce platforms.
- Source and purchase food ingredients, beverages, packaging materials, cafe supplies and other operational items.
- Liaise and negotiate with Local & Chinese suppliers regarding pricing, product specifications, quality, lead times, and shipping arrangements.
- Prepare and process Purchase Orders (POs) and monitor order fulfilment.
- Coordinate shipments, logistics, and customs documentation where applicable.
- Compare quotations and negotiate the best pricing and payment terms.
- Monitor inventory levels and replenish stock when required.
- Verify invoices, delivery orders, and purchasing documents.
- Resolve supplier issues relating to quality, shortages, delays, or incorrect deliveries.
- Maintain accurate procurement records and supplier databases.
- Work closely with operations, kitchens teams to ensure purchasing requirements are met.
- Source alternative suppliers and identify cost-saving opportunities without compromising quality.
- Perform any other duties assigned by Management.
Accounts:
- Assist in handling Accounts Payable (AP) and Accounts Receivable (AR).
- Prepare supplier payments and ensure timely payment processing.
- Issue customer invoices and follow up on outstanding payments.
- Match supplier invoices with Purchase Orders and Delivery Orders.
- Record daily financial transactions accurately in the accounting system.
- Assist with bank reconciliations and petty cash management.
- Prepare payment vouchers, journal entries, and supporting documents.
- Maintain proper filing of accounting and procurement documents.
- Assist in month-end closing and account reconciliations.
- Support audit preparation by providing relevant documents and schedules.
- Assist in preparing GST schedules and other financial reports as required.
- Ensure all accounting records are accurate, complete, and maintained in accordance with company policies.
Requirements
- Minimum 2 years of purchasing or procurement experience.
- Experience purchasing through Taobao and dealing with Chinese suppliers is required.
- Able to communicate, read, and write in Chinese to liaise with Chinese-speaking suppliers.
- Familiar with international shipping and import processes is an advantage.
- Good negotiation, communication, and organisational skills.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office and procurement or ERP systems.
- Able to work independently and manage multiple purchases simultaneously.
- Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.



