Assistant to Maintenance Manager

About the role

We are looking for an Assistant to the Maintenance Manager to support the procurement, shipment and customs clearance functions for our operations in Phnom Penh. The role involves close collaboration with suppliers, transport agents and internal departments to ensure timely delivery of goods and services.

Key responsibilities

• Assist in exploring new market sources for goods and services and reviewing specifications, delivery conditions and payment terms.
• Obtain supplier quotations based on approved purchase requests, prepare quote analyses and secure management approval.
• Maintain regular contact with suppliers to track order delivery and service performance.
• Update and maintain supplier, price and contact databases on a regular basis.
• Coordinate with transport agents and customs to manage shipment and clearance activities, ensuring timely processing.
• Handle issues such as defective goods, damages, returns and communicate status updates to requestors.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Marketing or a related field.
• 3‑5 years of experience in procurement, shipment management and customs clearance, preferably with Cambodia customs authorities.
• Familiarity with procurement processes in the power, energy or infrastructure sectors is an asset.
• Strong knowledge of Cambodian customs regulations and tax provisions.
• Ability to work effectively in a multicultural team under strict deadlines.

Required skills

• Procurement and supplier quotation analysis.
• Customs clearance procedures and documentation.
• Shipment coordination with transport agents.
• Knowledge of mechanical and electrical engineering concepts.
• Understanding of tax and customs regulations in Cambodia.