Bilingual Procurement Sourcing Specialist (Korean)

GECO Asia Pte. Ltd; Philippines; Hybrid; PHP 800,000 - 1,400,000; Full time

Job summary

GECO Asia Pte. Ltd.

is seeking an experienced procurement professional to lead end-to-end sourcing across the Source-to-Contract lifecycle, including supplier sourcing, RFx events, negotiations, and contract execution. You will develop category strategies using market intelligence and collaborate with global stakeholders across Japanese, Mandarin, and Korean markets, translating procurement documents and utilizing AI tools to improve efficiency.

Qualifications

• End-to-end sourcing and S2C lifecycle execution.
• Develop category strategies using market intelligence and supplier research.
• Conduct supplier evaluations and market analysis to identify cost savings and risk.
• Analyze supplier proposals and contracts for data-driven decisions.
• Collaborate with global stakeholders across Japanese, Mandarin, and Korean markets.
• Translate procurement documents with accuracy and business context.
• Use AI and digital procurement tools to improve sourcing and reporting.
• Support contract assessments, due diligence, and case preparation.

Responsibilities

• Execute end-to-end sourcing initiatives across the S2C lifecycle.
• Support development of category strategies using market intelligence and supplier research.
• Conduct supplier evaluations and market analysis to identify cost savings and mitigate risks.
• Analyze supplier proposals and contracts to support data-driven negotiations.
• Collaborate with global stakeholders across Japanese, Mandarin, and Korean markets.
• Translate procurement documents and communications with accuracy.
• Utilize AI and digital procurement tools to streamline sourcing activities.
• Contribute to market insights and continuous improvement in procurement operations.
• Support business development activities related to contracts and due diligence.
• Ensure compliance with procurement policies and company standards.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Cross-cultural communication

Stakeholder management

Problem solving

Self-driven

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Procurement, or related field

Tools

SAP

Ariba

Coupa

Procurement platforms

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Execute end-to-end sourcing initiatives across the Source-to-Contract (S2C) lifecycle, including supplier sourcing, RFx events, negotiations, and contract execution.

• Support the development of category strategies using market intelligence, supplier research, and financial/commercial analysis.

• Conduct supplier evaluations and market analysis to identify cost savings, mitigate risks, and improve supplier performance.

• Analyze supplier proposals and contracts to support data-driven negotiation strategies and business decisions.

• Collaborate with global stakeholders, suppliers, and cross-functional teams across Japanese, Mandarin, and Korean-speaking markets.

• Translate procurement documents and communications (Japanese/Mandarin/Korean English) ensuring accuracy and business context.

• Utilize AI and digital procurement tools to streamline sourcing activities, improve reporting, and enhance efficiency.

• Contribute to market insights, sourcing strategies, and continuous improvement initiatives within procurement operations.

• Support business development activities such as contract assessments, due diligence, and case preparation.

• Ensure compliance with procurement policies, contractual requirements, and company standards.

Qualifications & Experience

• Strictly Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Procurement, or a related field

• 5-7 years of experience in procurement, strategic sourcing, category management, or consulting

• Proven experience in sourcing execution, supplier management, and contract negotiation

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret financial and commercial data

• Experience using procurement platforms (e.g., SAP, Ariba, Coupa, or similar tools)

• Familiarity with AI tools and digital procurement solutions is an advantage

• Strong stakeholder management and cross-cultural communication skills

• Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced, dynamic environment

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for client-facing deliverables

• Self-driven, detail-oriented, and committed to continuous improvement

• Professional certifications (e.g., CPSM, CIPS) are an advantage but not required

• Amenable to work on a 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM schedule

• Amenable to a hybrid work setup (2 days onsite per week)

Language Requirements

Korean:

• C1-C2 level proficiency (based on CEFR or equivalent; Fluent to Near Native)

• English: Conversational to professional working proficiency (required for all roles to support global stakeholders)