Purchasing Manager

COMPANY OVERVIEW

Our client is an organization operating within the chemical manufacturing and supply chain solutions sector, focused on chemical products, industrial supplies, and supply chain solutions. The company serves industrial and commercial markets and is committed to delivering quality solutions, operational excellence, and sustainable business growth. Additional information about the organization will be shared with selected candidates at the appropriate stage of the recruitment process.

Location

Taguig, Philippines

Work Setup

Primarily onsite, Monday to Friday, with remote work flexibility on Saturdays when required.

Compensation Flexibility

Open to negotiation for highly qualified candidates.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop and implement procurement strategies aligned with business objectives, operational requirements, and cost optimization initiatives.

• Oversee end-to-end purchasing operations, including supplier sourcing, quotation evaluation, purchase order processing, and delivery monitoring.

• Lead, mentor, and develop the purchasing team to ensure efficient procurement operations and accountability.

• Establish and maintain strong supplier relationships, negotiating competitive pricing, payment terms, contracts, and service agreements.

• Evaluate supplier performance, monitor procurement costs, and identify opportunities for cost savings and process improvements.

• Review and approve procurement documentation, ensuring compliance with company policies, purchasing procedures, and internal controls.

• Collaborate with Finance, Accounting, Warehouse, Logistics, Operations, and other departments to ensure timely procurement and availability of materials, supplies, and services.

• Monitor purchasing activities, supplier commitments, delivery schedules, and outstanding purchase orders to support operational continuity.

• Prepare procurement reports, analyze purchasing performance, and provide recommendations for operational improvements.

• Conduct site visits and coordinate procurement activities across company facilities, warehouses, and project locations as needed.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Procurement, Logistics , or a related discipline.

• At least 5 years of relevant experience in purchasing, procurement, or supply chain management, including supervisory or managerial responsibilities.

• Strong knowledge of end-to-end procurement processes, strategic sourcing, supplier management, contract negotiation, and purchase order administration .

• Demonstrated experience leading purchasing teams and managing procurement activities across multiple business requirements.

• Proven ability to negotiate supplier agreements, manage procurement costs, and identify cost-saving opportunities.

• Excellent communication, negotiation, analytical, organizational, and stakeholder management skills.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Microsoft Excel .

• Must possess a valid driver's license and be capable of driving both manual and automatic four-wheel vehicles .

• Willingness to conduct field visits and travel to company sites, warehouses, and project locations as required.

• Willingness to work primarily onsite in Taguig City , with flexibility for occasional Saturday work depending on business requirements.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience in chemical manufacturing, industrial supply chain, manufacturing, or related industries .

• Familiarity with ERP systems, procurement management platforms, or purchasing automation tools.

• Experience handling procurement requirements across multiple locations, warehouses, or business units.

• Background in supplier evaluation, procurement cost analysis, and purchasing process improvement.

• Experience coordinating procurement activities involving industrial materials, equipment, supplies, and operational services.

REQUIRED SKILLS & TECHNOLOGIES

• End-to-End Procurement and Purchasing Management

• Strategic Sourcing and Supplier Relationship Management

• Contract Negotiation and Vendor Evaluation

• Purchase Order (PO) Processing and Administration

• Procurement Cost Analysis and Cost Optimization

• Supplier Performance and Delivery Monitoring

• Procurement Compliance and Internal Controls