End September right with must-buy items at FairPrice this week! Also, stay tuned to the end of the article for 1-for-1 deals you can purchase from now till 30 September.
This is as good as a buy 2 get 1 free deal. You get to save S$13.90 if you buy 3 packs in total! Each pack has four brown sugar pearl milk ice bars. After doing the math, each stick would cost you about S$2.32. Cheaper than a cup of brown sugar pearl milk tea! Assorted flavours are available.
Are you a fan of Korean dramas? If yes, you must be familiar with the popular jjajangmyeon (짜장면), a Chinese-style Korean noodle dish with thick black bean sauce. Challenge yourself to the hot chicken flavour by Samyang this weekend!
Have you received news from your employer to head back to the office from Sep 28? If so, you might want to start rethinking your household chores. Get the Dynamo Power Gel Laundry Detergent – Indoor Dry version so you don’t have to worry about your clothes and the unpredictable weather while at work.
While handwashing is important, wiping them dry works hand-in-hand to keep germs at bay. Dermatologically tested, each PurSoft tissue can be used on babies and for people with sensitive skin without worries. This premium range has a unique blend of responsibly sourced 100% virgin pulp fibres that will give you the luxury satin-like softness you need for daily use.
Do you know you can whip up a bowl of healthy breakfast within three minutes with Harvest Fields wholegrain rolled oats? To prepare, simply place 1/3 cup of oats into a bowl, add 1/2 cup of milk or water, mix well, and microwave for 90 seconds. Stir then microwave again for another 60 seconds to serve.
If there is one snack you must have this weekend, it would be the Lay’s Stax Potato Crisps. With its usual price at S$3.40, it’s on a 42% discount this week at FairPrice. Assorted flavours are available including original, mesquite barbecue, and more.
Other must-buy items from now till 30 September 2020
Do you know that it is wise to speak only about your strengths during an interview? Unless the interviewer asks you to list down your weaknesses, it’s better to stick to the positive side of things.
Also, if you think you’re up for a job but seem to be under-qualified for it, you should still go for it! Craft a cover letter unique to the company and make sure you list down the reasons why you think you will make a great fit for the position you’re applying for.
Today, we will take a look at some vacancies at OCBC Bank, FairPrice, and Singapore General Hospital.
#1: OCBC Bank – OSPL Customer Service (SGUnited Traineeships)
Image Credits: The Straits Times
OCBC Bank was formed in 1932 from the merger of three local banks. It is now the second-largest financial services group in Southeast Asia by assets and one of the world’s most highly-rated banks. Recognized for its financial strength and stability, OCBC Bank is consistently ranked among the World’s Top 50 Safest Banks by Global Finance and has been named Best Managed Bank in Singapore by The Asian Banker.
OCBC Bank and its subsidiaries offer a broad array of commercial banking, specialist financial, and wealth management services, ranging from consumer, corporate, investment, private and transaction banking to treasury, insurance, asset management, and stockbroking services.
Their key markets are Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia, and Greater China. It has more than 540 branches and representative offices in 19 countries and regions. These include over 280 branches and offices in Indonesia under subsidiary Bank OCBC NISP, and over 90 branches and offices in Mainland China, Hong Kong SAR, and Macau SAR under OCBC Wing Hang.
Remuneration: S$2,500 monthly
Job Qualifications
Customer-oriented with good oral and written communication skills
Effective interpersonal skills with both internal stakeholders and customers
Desire to help others with patience and empathy
Meticulous and able to think critically to solve problems
Able to multitask and manage time effectively
Self-motivated and able to work under pressure
A good team player with commitment and initiative
Enthusiastic, with a passion for self-improvement
Key Responsibilities
Understand customer behaviours and needs to improve their experience continuously through enhancement projects
Uphold service standards by ensuring prompt replies on service requests and deliver consistent quality
Manage assigned projects to deliver change management, quality assurance, and customer satisfaction
Attend to account-related requests via multiple channels
NTUC Fairprice is one of Singapore’s largest grocery retailers. It’s a place where we shop for a wide range of household products from fresh produce to quality wines, home care essentials, and more. If you’ve been living in Singapore for the bulk of your life, FairPrice should be a familiar brand name to you.
Remuneration: S$3,400 to S$3,900 monthly
Job Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree preferred but other qualifications with relevant experience will be considered
Professional supply chain and customer service certifications will be an added advantage
Prior order management experience and at least 3 years’ experience handling consumer customer accounts with full-cycle customer account responsibility, preferably in a retail or consumer packaged goods environment
Understanding of returns, rejects & reverse logistics process, and basic business finance
Previous experience directly communicating with customers in person, over the phone, and by e-mail
SAP Experience & EDI experience in relation to order processing
Proficient written and verbal skills
Excellent problem-solving skills and desire to find a resolution to an inquiry
Experience using vendor replenishment systems with data management skills will be an added advantage
Aptitude for managing multiple tasks, adjusting priorities to adapt to changing customer demands while maintaining a sense of urgency
Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills needed to develop strategic relations with the accounts and collaborative relationships with internal teams
An analytical, self-starting individual who will work to proactively find areas of improvement to maximize sales and turns while creating awareness around any operational issues and/or opportunities
Key Responsibilities
This position is responsible for achieving customer service satisfaction in actions related to order management, order capture, discrepancy (claims, returns & refusals), and account payable/receivable management for customers.
Order Management:
Manage customer orders from inception to delivery and through the entire order-to-cash cycle
Maintain price discrepancies in relation to order management
Administer return processing & credit/debit price adjustment
Expedite and track customer orders – answer inquiries and resolve logistics issues
Take corrective actions to resolve customer issues or order fulfilment inefficiencies
Ensure compliance to all company and business policies and administer all open sales order and ensure appropriate order flow.
Problem Solving:
Communicate with management regarding activities and significant issues related to order management & customer service
Collaborate with sales, finance, logistics, and related functions to proficiently and timely follow up and resolve customers and sales requests/issues
Analyze and evaluate alternative solutions to respond to customer requests relative to lead time expectations, deliveries, product sourcing, and availability, etc.
Logistics:
Maintain strong lines of communication with sourcing and logistics to ensure seamless order processing and execution of standard and special/urgent orders
Understanding of delivery lanes & rates and on-time delivery performance standards
Others:
Partner with account executives to develop, establish, and implement customer programs that improve inventory productivity and meet customer metrics
Work with sales and planning team to achieve fill rate targets across all categories for key accounts
Singapore General Hospital (SGH) is the first and largest hospital in Singapore. It provides affordable specialist care for patients, training for doctors and other healthcare professionals, and conducts research to bring better care to its patients.
A not-for-profit institution, SGH is wholly owned by the government of Singapore and the flagship hospital of the public healthcare system. SGH is a member of the SingHealth cluster of healthcare institutions.
Every year, the SGH Campus caters to over 1 million patients. With a 10,000-strong workforce, SGH accounts for about a quarter of the total acute hospital beds in the public sector and about one-fifth of acute beds nationwide.
SGH is also accredited by the Joint Commission International for meeting its standards of safety and quality in healthcare. It is the first in Asia to achieve the Magnet Recognition in 2010 for nursing excellence awarded by the American Nurses Credentialing Center.
Remuneration: S$2,100 to S$2,800 monthly
Job Qualifications
General Diploma with at least 2 years of relevant experience in administrative work
Good command of spoken and written English
Excellent interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills
Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Power-point
Able to work independently and as a team
Key Responsibilities
Provide secretarial and general administrative support to the team to ensure effective and efficient operation of the Research office.
Be responsible for scheduling meetings with internal and external stakeholders, and managing the Research Director’s calendar.
Support workshops, engagement sessions, and other events organized by the Research Office.
Assist with database update and maintenance and report generation.
Support the collation of research grants, CIRB applications, and agreements.
Work with various stakeholders for office maintenance, weekly team meetings, and data compilation.
Play a part in the planning, utilization, and management of resources, consumables and office equipment.
We’ve passed mid-September and are approaching October soon. Hope everyone’s doing okay so far. This week at FairPrice, you may save up to 38% with some must-buy items!
Let’s take a look at what’s on sale from now till 23 September.
Cooking at home more often recently? Stock up on your extra virgin olive oil this week at FairPrice and save S$11. Borges Olive Oil is produced from a special selection of the highest quality olives cultivated under the Mediterranean sun with the best taste and aroma.
For the last two weeks of September, expect warmer days and nights with temperatures possibly hitting up to 34 degrees Celsius on certain days. Get ready to brace the heat with your Häagen-Dazs ice cream pints!
Tay’s Japanese crispy chicken with seaweed always makes a perfect snack regardless of the time of the day. If you don’t fancy this variant, there are other flavours – crispy chicken with lemon juice, skinless chicken fingers, and more.
Do you know that there is no evidence that eating instant noodles causes hair loss? In fact, a Japanese company that manufactures MSG, Ajinomoto, has stated on their website that MSG does not cause hair loss. But as with all things, don’t overdo it. Having instant noodles once in a while probably doesn’t hurt!
Other must-buy items from now till 23 September 2020
Chip Happens when you’re in a dilemma deciding between Häagen-Dazs or Ben & Jerry’s. For this particular promotion, it runs till 1 October as written on the product page. Comes in assorted flavours including unique flavours like Boots On The Moooo’n and Wake & No Bake.
Treat yourself to a serving of spicy beef hot pot without physically making a trip to Hai Di Lao. Other than the spicy version, it also comes in tomato base for those who can’t take spice.
Save big on Seawaves frozen dumplings from now till 1 October. There are several ways to prepare this – steam, pan-fry, deep-fry, microwave, or simply add the yummy dumplings to a pot of soup. Other than Chinese chive, it also comes in spicy flavour and vegetarian meat.
Brand’s Lutein Essence is supported by the US National Eye Institute as a recommended dietary ratio to benefit vision health. Formulated with patented FloraGo Lutein, naturally extracted from marigold flower, the product contains natural ingredients with no added colouring and preservatives.
Can’t down a chilled can of beer in Korea now but can still do so in Singapore at a discounted price this week. Hite is a premium lager, brewed fresh in South Korea. It offers unmatched freshness and an authentic flavour thanks to the upgraded extra cold processing technology.
Want to drink bubble tea but too lazy to get changed and make a trip down to the shop? Stock up on this bottled bubble tea drink made in Taiwan. Comes with black konjac pearls. There’s also a peach flavour that includes a combination of black and white konjac pearls.
Dettol’s anti-bacterial wet wipes can help you stay protected on the go. The product claims to kill up to 99.9% of germs. A pack comes with 50 sheets and you can now buy 3 at S$13.90! Savings of S$5 this week at FairPrice.
On a diet but can’t say no to soda? F&N Ice Mountain sparkling water comes with the healthier choice label, has no calories, and is sugar-free. It is a refreshing alternative with a hint of lemon. Also available in grapefruit flavour.
Hello Kitty fans, this one’s for you. There are 3 in a box and 12 designs to collect in total! Are you game for the challenge? Toy Story fans can also rejoice since there’s a similar chocolate series for you. Click here to view the Toy Story collectables.
We can never get enough of Hello Kitty products, can we? Start your morning right with Hello Kitty’s All Shiny White toothpaste which comes in a foamy baking soda version. Those who prefer My Melody can get the Darlie All Shiny White Toothpaste – Charcoal Clean here.
Tesco Infusion Tea Bags come in a range including peppermint, lemon & ginger, and red berries. We love chamomile tea because of its benefits. It may help to lower blood sugar in people with diabetes, target cancer cells, and aids in relaxation.
While some may argue that Lotus Biscoff Biscuits go hand in hand with a cup of coffee, I prefer mine with tea. It’s also great as a topping for chilled yoghurt and as a base for no-bake cheesecakes!
Mamee Noodle Snack has got to be my favourite childhood tidbit. Both the BBQ and chicken flavours are selling at 2 for S$3.50! A pack of goodness for about S$0.15 only.
We’re now at the end of the third quarter of 2020. Have you been diligent with your finances so far? We’re so glad to know that SmartChoice, a range of daily basic essential items, has been exclusively launched in FairPrice for value shoppers like us.
Just as its name suggests, the products in this new category is definitely a smart choice if you’re looking for lower-priced and value-for-money necessities. Save more with SmartChoice offerings without compromising on quality.
Here are some of the products to look out for:
SmartChoice Kitchen Towel 60 sheets x 6s
Price comparison for Kitchen Towel 6 x 60 sheets SmartChoice Price: $3.05 Brand X price: $3.30
This 2-ply kitchen towel comes in a set of six rolls. It’s strong, absorbent, and versatile for your cooking and cleaning needs in the kitchen. Useful tip: Warm up your favourite buns quickly by wrapping it with a damp paper towel before popping it into a microwave for a minute. Save time on steaming!
SmartChoice Bathroom Tissue 2 ply 10s x 140g
Price comparison for Bathroom Tissues 2 ply 10s x 140g SmartChoice Price: $3.30 Brand X price: $5.70
If you’re thinking of making a switch to SmartChoice’s paper products, then get this 2-ply bathroom tissue alongside the kitchen towel. Similar to our previous listing, this item is strong and absorbent for the best bathroom experience you need.
SmartChoice Bleach 3.8L
Price comparison for Bleach 3.8L SmartChoice Price: $2.20 Brand X price: $2.75
As most of us are working from home these days, our white formal clothes are also sitting in our wardrobe for longer periods of time than usual. It’s good to have an interim check now and do the necessary bleaching. SmartChoice Bleach not only brightens white clothes and removes tough stains, it also helps kill germs.
SmartChoice Adult Diapers M/L 10s
Price comparison for Adult Diapers 10s SmartChoice Price: $5.75 (size M), $6.50 (size L) Brand X price: $6.50 (size M), $6.50 (size L)
Adult diaper users may require 5 to 6 changes daily and this can be costly for some. Instead of reducing the frequency of change to save on costs, you now have a much affordable alternative with SmartChoice Adult Diapers. The product features re-fastenable tape tabs, a superior absorbent core, and helps with anti-bacterial and odour control. Wave goodbye to infections, bedsores, and other complications.
SmartChoice Picnic Ham 500g
Price comparison for Picnic Ham 500g SmartChoice Price: $4.25 Brand X price: $4.50
If ham is a must-have in your fridge, then SmartChoice Picnic Ham will be the right choice for you. It is savoury, tasty, and will leave you craving for more! Pair it with your daily bread or croissant with cheese for a teatime snack.
SmartChoice Fresh Eggs 10s
SmartChoice Price: Check in-store for the price
Whether it is fried, poached, boiled, or steamed, there are many ways to enjoy fresh eggs every day. On days when inspiration hits, get creative and whip up your own unique egg dishes with SmartChoice Fresh Eggs. Have fun playing MasterChef at home!
Keen to get your hands on the abovementioned SmartChoice items? These products can be found at most FairPrice outlets. Find a store near you and shop today!
