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Ri-An Commercial Inc.; Rizal; On-site; PHP 480,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

A company in the electronics supply sector in Laguna, Philippines, is seeking a Procurement Specialist to manage supplier relationships and purchase electronic appliances. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or related fields, experience in electronics procurement, and strong negotiation skills. Responsibilities include sourcing suppliers, comparing quotes, negotiating terms, and monitoring supplier performance. This is an opportunity to contribute to a dynamic procurement team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in relevant field.
• Experience in procurement of electronic appliances or consumer electronics.
• Knowledge of technical specifications and appliance categories.
• Strong negotiation and supplier management skills.
• Detail-oriented and organized.
• Ability to manage multiple procurement cycles.

Responsibilities

• Source, evaluate, and select suppliers for electronic appliances.
• Request and compare quotations based on various criteria.
• Negotiate commercial terms including price and discounts.
• Issue purchase orders and ensure timely delivery.
• Maintain knowledge of industry trends and technologies.
• Coordinate with teams for product specifications.
• Monitor supplier performance for quality and reliability.
• Manage vendor relationships and communication.
• Conduct market analysis for cost-saving opportunities.
• Resolve shipment and warranty issues.
• Ensure compliance with company standards.
• Track inventory levels and forecast needs.
• Maintain procurement records and contracts.
• Support product testing, evaluation, and product comparison when needed (e.g., ACs, refrigerators, etc.).

Skills

Supplier management

Negotiation skills

Analytical abilities

Communication skills

Detail-oriented

Organizational skills

Ability to work under pressure

Education

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

Job description

• Source, evaluate, and select suppliers for electronic appliances and related components.
• Request and compare quotations based on quality, pricing, warranty terms, delivery lead time, and after‑sales support.
• Negotiate commercial terms, including price, volume discounts, and payment terms.
• Issue purchase orders accurately and ensure complete and timely delivery of appliances and parts.
• Maintain updated knowledge of appliance brands, models, industry trends, and new technologies.
• Coordinate with engineering, sales, service, and warehouse teams to validate specifications and ensure correct product sourcing.
• Monitor supplier performance, delivery accuracy, product quality, and reliability.
• Manage vendor relationships and maintain strong communication for inventory replenishment and special orders.
• Conduct market analysis to identify cost‑saving opportunities and new product offerings.
• Resolve issues related to delayed shipments, product defects, warranty support, and discrepancies.
• Ensure all purchased appliances comply with company standards, safety requirements, and technical specifications.
• Track inventory levels and forecast procurement needs based on sales and project demands.
• Maintain complete procurement records, price lists, catalogues, and contracts.
• Support product testing, evaluation, and product comparison when needed (e.g., ACs, refrigerators, etc.).

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain, Engineering, Electronics, or related field.
• Experience in procurement of electronic appliances or consumer electronics is a strong advantage.
• Knowledge of brands, technical specifications, and appliance categories (e.g., AC tonnage, inverter tech, energy ratings).
• Strong negotiation, communication, and supplier management skills.
• Detail‑oriented with strong organizational and analytical abilities.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple procurement cycles.