Assistant Purchasing Manager

Cavite Meats and Agri Trading Inc.; Imus; On-site; PHP 279,000 - 446,000; Full time

Job summary

Cavite Meats and Agri Trading Inc. is seeking a purchasing professional in Cavite, Philippines, to support sourcing, supplier evaluation, and procurement planning aligned with production demands.

The role focuses on negotiating terms, maintaining inventory, and ensuring quality, food safety, and regulatory compliance across departments. Collaboration with Production, Warehouse, QA, and Finance is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
• 3–5 years of experience in purchasing or procurement, preferably in food manufacturing under senior supervisor level.
• Knowledge of raw materials, ingredients, packaging materials, and supplier management.
• Good negotiation, communication, and organizational skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and purchasing, inventory systems, or SAP system.
• Knowledge of food safety standards and quality requirements is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and coordinating purchasing activities based on production requirements.
• Source and evaluate suppliers to ensure competitive pricing, quality, and reliable delivery.
• Negotiate prices, payment terms, and delivery schedules with suppliers.
• Monitor inventory levels to prevent shortages and excess stock.
• Ensure purchased materials meet company quality, food safety, and regulatory requirements.
• Coordinate with Production, Warehouse, Quality Assurance, and Finance departments.
• Monitor purchase orders, deliveries, and supplier performance.
• Maintain accurate purchasing records and prepare purchasing reports.
• Support cost-reduction initiatives and continuously improve purchasing processes.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Purchasing Manager.

Skills

Negotiation

Communication

Organizational skills

Planning

Supplier management

Food safety awareness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

SAP system

Job description

Job Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
• At least 3-5 years of experience in purchasing or procurement, preferably in food manufacturing under senior supervisor level.
• Knowledge of raw materials, ingredients, packaging materials, and supplier management.
• Good negotiation, communication, and organizational skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and purchasing, inventory systems, or SAP system.
• Knowledge of food safety standards and quality requirements is an advantage.

Job Responsibilities:

• Assist in planning and coordinating purchasing activities based on production requirements.
• Source and evaluate suppliers to ensure competitive pricing, quality, and reliable delivery.
• Negotiate prices, payment terms, and delivery schedules with suppliers.
• Monitor inventory levels to prevent shortages and excess stock.
• Ensure purchased materials meet company quality, food safety, and regulatory requirements.
• Coordinate with Production, Warehouse, Quality Assurance, and Finance departments.
• Monitor purchase orders, deliveries, and supplier performance.
• Maintain accurate purchasing records and prepare purchasing reports.
• Support cost-reduction initiatives and continuously improve purchasing processes.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Purchasing Manager.