The Buyer is responsible for handling purchasing activities from processing purchase requisitions to preparing and issuing purchase orders. The role involves supplier canvassing, quotation evaluation, price negotiation, order monitoring, and coordination with internal departments and vendors to ensure the timely and cost-effective procurement of goods and services for LBC Express, Inc. The position ensures that all purchasing transactions comply with company policies, approval procedures, and procurement standards.
Area of Deployment:
NexGen Tower, EDSA Extension, Pasay City, Metro Manila
Key Responsibilities:
- Process and validate Purchase Requisitions (PRs) in SAP in accordance with established procurement procedures and approval workflows.
- Source and canvass suppliers to obtain competitive quotations for requested goods and services.
- Evaluate supplier quotations based on price, quality, specifications, delivery lead time, and payment terms.
- Negotiate pricing and commercial terms with suppliers to achieve cost savings and favorable purchasing arrangements.
- Prepare, process, and issue Purchase Orders (POs) based on approved requisitions and company guidelines.
- Coordinate with suppliers and internal requestors regarding order specifications, delivery schedules, and other purchasing requirements.
- Monitor purchase orders and follow up on pending orders to ensure timely delivery of goods and services.
- Maintain accurate records of purchase requisitions, purchase orders, quotations, and other procurement documents.
- Coordinate with warehouse personnel and Accounts Payable regarding deliveries, receiving documents, invoice discrepancies, and payment concerns.
- Assist in supplier accreditation, performance monitoring, and compliance with company procurement policies.
- Prepare purchasing reports and maintain updated supplier records for monitoring and management review.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Procurement, or a related field.
- At least 2 years of relevant experience in purchasing, procurement, or buying operations.
- Experience in Purchase Requisition (PR) processing, Purchase Order (PO) preparation, supplier canvassing, and quotation evaluation.
- Knowledge of supplier negotiation, purchasing procedures, and basic cost analysis.
- Proficient in SAP MM and Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel.
- Strong coordination, communication, negotiation, and organizational skills.
- Detail-oriented, proactive, and capable of handling multiple purchasing transactions.
- Demonstrates integrity and compliance with established procurement policies and procedures.