Category Manager - International Sourcing

MicroSourcing; Manila; On-site; PHP 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare coverage on day one

Performance bonuses

Paid time-off with cash conversion

Group life insurance

Job summary

MicroSourcing is seeking a Category Manager - International Sourcing to lead end-to-end procurement and product sourcing from the Asian market. The role requires 3–5 years in procurement or category management, strong negotiation skills, and experience with international supply chains.

Onsite work at Eastwood, Libis, Quezon City with shifting schedules. You will collaborate with marketing and supply chain teams to ensure Buy Ready status for retail outlets.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years in procurement, sourcing, or category management with new product sourcing.
• Experience in end-to-end sourcing and vendor onboarding.
• Knowledge of international supply chains and regulations.
• Strong data analysis to set pricing strategies.

Responsibilities

• Identify and source new products from Asian markets through trends and competitor analysis.
• Develop a strategic roadmap for assortment planning and launches.
• Manage RFIs, RFQs, and RFPs to onboard high-quality vendors.
• Negotiate contracts, pricing, and payment terms with suppliers.
• Coordinate with marketing and supply chain to move products to Buy Ready status.
• Monitor profitability and sales using analytics to track gains and savings.

Skills

Category management

Procurement

Sourcing

Vendor onboarding

Negotiation

Data analytics

Stakeholder influence

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business or Supply Chain

5+ years equivalent experience

Tools

SAP/Ariba

Excel

Tableau

Power BI

Job description

Discover your 100% YOU with MicroSourcing!

Position: Category Manager - International Sourcing

Location: Eastwood, Libis, Quezon City

Work setup & shift: Onsite | Shifting Schedule

Why join MicroSourcing?

• Competitive Rewards: Enjoy above-market compensation, healthcare coverage on day one, plus one or more dependents, paid time-off with cash conversion, group life insurance, and performance bonuses
• A Collaborative Spirit: Contribute to a positive and engaging work environment by participating in company-sponsored events and activities.
• Work-Life Harmony: Enjoy the balance between work and life that suits you with flexible work arrangements.
• Career Growth: Take advantage of opportunities for continuous learning and career advancement.
• Inclusive Teamwork: Be part of a team that celebrates diversity and fosters an inclusive culture.

Your Role

• Identify and source new products from the Asian market by analyzing industry trends, competitor activities, and consumer behaviors.
• Develop a strategic product roadmap that defines assortment planning, product launches, and SKU rationalization.
• Manage end-to-end sourcing processes, including RFIs, RFQs, and RFPs, to identify and onboard high-quality vendors.
• Negotiate advantageous contracts, pricing, and payment terms while ensuring compliance with international quality and legal standards.
• Coordinate with marketing and supply chain teams to lead products from initial concept to "Buy Ready" status in retail outlets.
• Monitor category profitability and sales performance using data analytics to track market gains and cost savings.

What You Need

Non-negotiables

• Minimum of 3 to 5 years of experience in procurement, sourcing, or category management, specifically focused on new product sourcing.
• Proven expertise in end-to-end sourcing, vendor onboarding, and negotiating complex pricing and delivery lead times.
• Strong knowledge of international supply chains, including importing regulations and managing global suppliers.
• Advanced analytical skills using Excel, Tableau, Power BI, and ERP systems (SAP/Ariba) to interpret complex data and set pricing strategies.
• Exceptional negotiation and communication skills to influence internal stakeholders and build external vendor partnerships.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, or a related field (or 5+ years of equivalent experience).

Preferred Skills/expertise

• Ability to translate market insights into profitable, high-quality retail products.
• Expertise in drafting and managing contracts to ensure performance and quality standards are met.
• Demonstrated experience managing product lifecycles, timelines, and milestones within cross-functional teams.
• Proactive "mini-business owner" mindset with the initiative to improve existing sourcing systems.
• Capability to leverage supplier expertise to drive product innovation and utilize new materials or technologies.

About MicroSourcing

With over 9,000 professionals across 13 delivery centers, MicroSourcing is the pioneer and largest offshore provider of managed services in the Philippines.

Our commitment to 100% YOU

MicroSourcing firmly believes that our company's strength lies in our people's diversity and talent. We are proud to foster an inclusive culture that embraces individuals of all races, genders, ethnicities, abilities, and backgrounds. We provide space for everyone, embracing different perspectives, and making room for opportunities for each individual to thrive.

At MicroSourcing, equality is not merely a slogan - it's our commitment. Our way of life. Here, we don't just accept your unique, authentic self - we celebrate it, valuing every individual's contribution to our collective success and growth.

Join us in celebrating YOU and your 100%! For more information, visit https://www.microsourcing.com/

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