About ChemLex
ChemLex, founded by an interdisciplinary team in 2022, focuses on the disruption of chemical synthesis via its proprietary end-to-end high-throughput fully-automated platform powered by AI algorithms. Compared to traditional chemical synthesis via manual operations, our robotic platform not only improves the efficiency of chemical synthesis but also reduces cost and provides significant ESG benefit via our quantitative green chemistry system.
Through this innovative platform ChemLex provides chemical synthesis services to global customers in the pharmaceutical, and other chemical industries.
We are seeking motivated scientists, engineers and support staff to help establish a new R&D and production facility in Singapore which will house our fully-automated platform.
We want to hear from enthusiastic applicants who have an interest in AI and automation and are energised by the idea of working in a start-up environment.
About the role
We are looking for a Procurement Assistant Intern to work at our new automated R&D and production facility in Singapore. As a new business in Singapore the right candidate will have the opportunity to grow as the company does, working at the forefront of AI & automation in the pharmaceutical and chemical synthesis industry.
The Procurement Assistant Intern will assist the Purchasing Department to establish and optimise systems governing the procurement of materials, equipment, and services, as well as supplier management, to ensure efficient and compliant procurement execution, including control of procurement costs, and guarantee of material supply.
Key responsibilities
- Plan and execute procurement activities to ensure timely and compliant material delivery; manage purchase orders and resolve issues (eg delays, quality defects).
- Support audits, invoicing, payments, and contract administration in line with company schedules and controls.
- Communicate with suppliers, maintain supplier database, and support supplier onboarding and management.
- Evaluate supplier performance (quality, cost, delivery, service) and support supply chain optimisation.
- Assist with market research, pricing analysis, and contract negotiation.
- Draft and review procurement contracts to ensure compliance, mitigate risk, and protect company interests.
- Ensure adherence to procurement policies, internal controls, and proper documentation/record-keeping.
- Support procurement process improvement and contribute to supply chain systems and digitalisation initiatives.
Qualifications and qualities
- Student/graduate in Procurement, Business, Supply Chain Management, or related discipline.
- Proactive, resourceful and inquisitive, with strong communication skills.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office and experience with SAP software is an advantage.
- To facilitate the close interaction with China-based procurement colleagues necessary in this role, fluency in both English and Mandarin speaking, reading and writing is required.
Kindly note that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.
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- Company:
ChemLex Pte. Ltd. - Designation:
Procurement Assistant Internship - Profession:
Purchasing / Merchandising - Industry:
Manufacturing General / Biomedical / Pharmaceutical - Location:
Queenstown