Head of Supplier Relationship Management

Michael Page; Metro Manila; On-site; PHP 2,400,000 - 4,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and wellness benefits

Career growth opportunities

Internal mobility

Job summary

Michael Page is seeking a senior procurement leader in Metro Manila to lead a global team of Supplier Relationship Managers, shaping supplier performance and governance. You will drive sourcing strategies across direct and indirect spend, oversee onboarding, scorecards, risk management, and contract compliance, collaborating with senior stakeholders to deliver measurable value.

This role offers exposure to international stakeholders and opportunities for career growth within a collaborative,

Qualifications

• Experience leading procurement or supplier management teams in multinational settings.
• Proven track record delivering measurable value through sourcing events and governance.
• Strong commercial acumen and negotiation skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and develop a global SRM team across direct and indirect spend.
• Ensure consistent execution of sourcing strategies and supplier management processes.
• Oversee supplier onboarding, performance management, and lifecycle governance.
• Monitor supplier performance via scorecards, KPIs, and corrective actions.
• Provide guidance for complex supplier, commercial, and performance issues.
• Ensure contract compliance, policy adherence, risk management, and audit readiness.
• Collaborate with category managers and stakeholders to align procurement with priorities.
• Drive continuous improvement, standardization, and automation to boost efficiency.

Skills

Leadership

Supplier Relationship Management

Strategic Sourcing

Stakeholder Management

Negotiation

Procurement Analytics

SAP

Ariba

Contract Management

Tools

SAP

Ariba

ERP Systems

Job description

• Lead a global procurement team driving strategic supplier value
• Shape supplier performance and sourcing excellence at scale

About Our Client

Join a globally recognized industry leader committed to innovation, operational excellence, and sustainable business practices. With a collaborative international environment, strong career development programs, and a focus on continuous improvement, this organization offers professionals the opportunity to make a meaningful impact while growing their careers in a dynamic global setting.

Job Description

• Lead, coach, and develop a team of Supplier Relationship Managers supporting direct and indirect procurement categories.
• Ensure consistent execution of sourcing strategies and supplier management processes across the organization.
• Oversee supplier onboarding, performance management, and lifecycle governance to drive business objectives.
• Monitor supplier performance through scorecards, KPIs, and corrective action plans to ensure quality, delivery, cost, and compliance targets are met.
• Provide guidance and escalation support for complex supplier, commercial, and performance-related issues.
• Ensure contract compliance, procurement policy adherence, risk management, and audit readiness across the team.
• Collaborate with category managers, business stakeholders, and cross-functional teams to align procurement activities with organizational priorities.
• Drive continuous improvement, process standardization, system adoption, and automation initiatives to enhance procurement efficiency and effectiveness.

The Successful Applicant

• Significant procurement and sourcing experience within a multinational or global organization, with exposure to both direct and indirect spend categories.
• Proven leadership experience managing and developing high-performing procurement or supplier management teams.
• Strong commercial acumen, negotiation skills, and supplier relationship management expertise, with a track record of delivering measurable value.
• Experience leading sourcing events and RFPs, along with contract management, risk mitigation, and procurement governance activities.
• Strong stakeholder management, communication, and influencing skills, with proficiency in procurement systems such as SAP, Ariba, and related analytics tools.

What's on Offer

• Opportunity to lead high-impact global procurement initiatives.
• Exposure to senior leadership and international stakeholders.
• Strong career growth and internal mobility opportunities.
• Collaborative and supportive work culture.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits.