Category Manager

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Position: Category Manager – Proactive Maintenance (HVAC/Refrigeration)

Location: Global One, Eastwood, Quezon City

Work setup & shift: Onsite | Day shift

Why join MicroSourcing?
You'll Have

• Competitive Rewards: Enjoy above-market compensation, healthcare coverage on day one, plus one or more dependents, paid time-off with cash conversion, group life insurance, and performance bonuses
• A Collaborative Spirit: Contribute to a positive and engaging work environment by participating in company-sponsored events and activities.
• Work-Life Harmony: Enjoy the balance between work and life that suits you with flexible work arrangements.
• Career Growth: Take advantage of opportunities for continuous learning and career advancement.
• Inclusive Teamwork: Be part of a team that celebrates diversity and fosters an inclusive culture.

Your Role
The main purpose of your role is to identify and fix the reasons for HVAC and Refrigeration equipment failure before it happens. This involves increasing asset reliability and reducing the risk of downtime and costly maintenance.

As a Category Manager – Proactive Maintenance (HVAC/Refrigeration), You Will

• Develop and refine strategies for ad hoc maintenance, preventative maintenance, and capital works.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers and vendors to ensure long-term partnerships.
• Negotiate contracts, pricing, and terms to achieve the best value for the company and challenge service provider quotes.
• Focus on identifying the root causes of equipment failure and breakdowns.
• Ensure maintenance work is performed at regular intervals, implementing and streamlining intervals through either calendar-based or usage-based methods.
• Manage the HVAC/Refrigeration Asset register and interpret the most critical priorities.
• Maintain records of all planned maintenance processes and work orders.
• Implement innovative solutions to improve productivity and resource utilization, focusing on tools such as MC (CMMS) and Safety Culture.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations.
• Track key metrics to measure efficiency gains and cost savings, ensuring timely delivery of compliance, risk, and sustainability targets and KPIs.

What You Need
Non-negotiables

• Technical knowledge and experience in HVAC and refrigeration. The ideal candidate blends this expertise with strong communication skills and a proactive approach.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects on time and within budget.
• Strong commercial acumen with the ability to interpret pricing and quotations, and negotiate effectively.
• Ability to recognize the fundamental cause of equipment failures and rectify them before they cause major issues.
• Experience in multi-site facilities management/maintenance.

Preferred Skills/expertise

• Ideally 3 years' experience in proactive maintenance within HVAC/Refrigeration.
• Demonstrated retail site experience or equivalent, preferably in a trade-related and/or petrol and convenience-related business.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to foster effective relationships with stakeholders (internal: Repairs & Maintenance, Pumps & Tanks, Construction, IT, Retail; external: Contractors, Developers, Technicians).
• Skilled in time management, planning, and goal setting to ensure task completion.
• Proven track record of contract and contractor management.

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About MicroSourcing
With over 9,000 professionals across 13 delivery centers, MicroSourcing is the pioneer and largest offshore provider of managed services in the Philippines.

Our commitment to 100% YOU
MicroSourcing firmly believes that our company's strength lies in our people's diversity and talent. We are proud to foster an inclusive culture that embraces individuals of all races, genders, ethnicities, abilities, and backgrounds. We provide space for everyone, embracing different perspectives, and making room for opportunities for each individual to thrive.

At MicroSourcing, equality is not merely a slogan – it's our commitment. Our way of life. Here, we don't just accept your unique authentic self - we celebrate it, valuing every individual's contribution to our collective success and growth. Join us in celebrating YOU and your 100%

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