Category Buyer

5 days ago

Taguig, National Capital Region, Philippines QIAGEN Manila Full time

Location: McKinley West, Taguig

Work Arrangement: Onsite

Shift: Night Shift

Employment Type: Full-time

Job Description

We are seeking a detail-oriented and results-driven Category Buyer – Automated Systems to manage the procurement of direct materials and services related to automated systems. This role plays a critical part in supplier management, cost optimization, and execution of procurement strategies while ensuring full compliance with company policies and procedures.

Key Responsibilities
  • Prepare and execute purchasing plans for direct materials and/or services
  • Follow and enforce company procurement policies and procedures
  • Review, compare, analyze, and approve products and services in line with procurement strategies
  • Contribute to and implement category-specific procurement strategies
  • Take full ownership of assigned procurement portfolio, including decision-making for routine activities
  • Maintain and regularly update supplier information (qualifications, delivery lead times, product ranges, etc.)
  • Manage supplier relationships, including price negotiations and contract modifications
  • Conduct market research for products in short supply and evaluate potential suppliers
  • Perform cost analysis and summarize findings for management reports, KPIs, and meetings
  • Drive total cost of ownership (TCO) initiatives with key stakeholders
  • Support continuous procurement process optimization within assigned scope
  • Identify cost-saving and efficiency opportunities across the managed product portfolio
Position Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree in Business Management, Operations Management, Finance, or related field
  • Minimum of 2 years of proven experience in procurement, purchasing, strategic sourcing, project management, or supply chain
  • SAP knowledge is preferred
  • Strong written, verbal, analytical, interpersonal, and presentation skills
  • Ability to collaborate effectively within a team and across all organizational levels
  • Strong influencing skills to drive performance and achieve business goals
  • Proven ability to build strong working relationships and partnerships
  • Demonstrated problem-solving and decision-making capabilities
Why Join Us?
  • Opportunity to work in a strategic procurement role with regional/global exposure
  • Be part of a collaborative and performance-driven environment
  • Work onsite at a modern office location in McKinley West, Taguig

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