Procurement Specialist

Manulife Makati, National Capital Region, Philippines We are seeking a Procurement Specialist to join our MITDC Philippines team. This role is designed for a professional who can balance operational execution with strategic sourcing responsibilities. The ideal candidate will support third‑party vendor engagements, drive sourcing initiatives, and ensure compliance with procurement governance. Position Responsibilities Execute low to medium‑value sourcing projects and contracting efforts for MITDC Manila/Vietnam Lead RFP, RFQ, and RFI processes, including strategy development and supplier evaluation Collaborate with business partners to gather requirements and finalize supplier selection Develop negotiation strategies with input from stakeholders Coordinate with Legal, Risk, Finance, and other SMEs to ensure compliance Lead supplier negotiations Track and manage sourcing and contracting progress, risks, and benefits realization Support vendor/contract managers and oversee execution of business‑led initiatives Quantify savings, drive efficiencies, and maximize vendor value Define and report on vendor metrics and performance indicators Maintain strong relationships with key vendors and internal stakeholders Ensure alignment with category strategies and procurement policies Required Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or related field Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in Procurement or Strategic Sourcing Strong negotiation and analytical skills Proficiency in procurement systems (e.g., Ivalua) and Microsoft Office tools Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities Experience working with cross‑functional teams including Legal, Risk, and Finance Familiarity with indirect spend categories such as Marketing, IT, HR, and Professional Services When You Join Our Team We’ll empower you to learn and grow the career you want We’ll recognize and support you in a flexible environment where well‑being and inclusion are more than just words As part of our global team, we’ll support you in shaping the future you want to see About Manulife and John Hancock Manulife Financial Corporation is a leading international financial services provider, helping people make their decisions easier and lives better. To learn more about us, visit Equal Opportunity Employer At Manulife/John Hancock, we embrace our diversity. We strive to attract, develop and retain a workforce that is as diverse as the customers we serve and to foster an inclusive work environment that embraces the strength of cultures and individuals. We are committed to fair recruitment, retention, advancement and compensation, and we administer all of our practices and programs without discrimination on the basis of race, ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, religion or religious beliefs, creed, sex (including pregnancy and pregnancy‑related conditions), sexual orientation, genetic characteristics, veteran status, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, family status, disability, or any other ground protected by applicable law. It is our priority to remove barriers to provide equal access to employment. A Human Resources representative will work with applicants who request a reasonable accommodation during the application process. All information shared during the accommodation request process will be stored and used in a manner that is consistent with applicable laws and Manulife/John Hancock policies. To request a reasonable accommodation in the application process, contact Working Arrangement Hybrid Seniority level Mid‑Senior level Employment type Full‑time Job function Purchasing and Supply Chain Industries Insurance #J-18808-Ljbffr