About the Company:
Oriental Merchant is a leading wholesaler and distributor of authentic Asian Groceries globally. We have strong presence in Australia, New Zealand, Canada, United Kingdom and Holland, and our footprints continue to grow. Together with our strategic partners and suppliers, we aim to putting our brands in every consumer's hands as well as in their hearts and minds, and our products always reach them at the right place and at a right time.

About the role:
Are you an organized and detail-oriented individual passionate about international trade, purchasing, and supply chain management? We are looking for a Assistant Manager to join our dynamic Procurement team in our Singapore Headquarter and play a key role in ensuring the smooth operation of our inventory and shipping processes across Australia, New Zealand, and the Netherlands. If you have no experience but have a can-do attitude and a willingness to learn, you already tick the main boxes and we would like to meet you.

Key Responsibilities:

Demand Planning & Purchasing

• Managing inventory planning and replenishment for regional warehouses (Australia, New Zealand, Netherlands, and assigned markets).
• Oversee procurement operations, including demand planning, order processing, contracts, and shipping documentation.
• Analyse inventory and procurement data to identify risks, trends, and improvement opportunities.
• Supervise and support junior staff to ensure operational excellence and compliance with procedures.
• Act as the escalation point for supplier issues, vessel delays, and abnormal stock movements.
• Communicate inventory risks, pricing changes, and supply constraints to senior management with data-driven recommendations.
• Operate direct container sales to Ireland, Singapore, Australia, and New Zealand.
• Coordinate with suppliers, customers and shipping agents to ensure smooth shipments and manage account receivables when necessary.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives in procurement processes and reporting.

About You:

You are someone with:

• Strong English proficiency in both writing and speaking, enabling clear communication with global stakeholders
• Familiar with incoterm
• Strong computer skills will be a plus
• Ability to multitask, highly organise and able to meet deadline
• A proactive approach to problem-solving and process improvement
• The ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment