Junior buyer

Grant Thornton Ireland; Makati; On-site; PHP 250,000 - 350,000; Full time

Job summary

Grant Thornton Ireland is seeking a procurement professional to assist in indirect procurement, focusing on IT, services, or facilities. You will raise POs, liaise with suppliers, monitor deliveries and participate in cost-saving efforts.

Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor's degree in Business or Supply Chain with 1–3 years of indirect procurement experience and strong negotiation skills. A cross-functional, audit-ready mindset is essential for this role.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business or Supply Chain or related field.
• 1–3 years of indirect procurement experience.
• Experience in IT, services, or facilities procurement is a plus.
• Strong negotiation and contract management skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in procurement of goods and services per policies and standards.
• Raise and process purchase orders accurately and timely.
• Monitor open POs, deliveries, and supplier confirmations.
• Negotiate pricing and delivery terms under guidance.
• Maintain procurement records and audit-ready documents.
• Support supplier performance monitoring and onboarding.
• Collaborate with logistics, finance, and operations to resolve supply or invoicing issues.
• Track inventory levels and flag shortages or overstock.
• Prepare regular reports and KPIs for procurement performance.

Skills

Negotiation

Contract management

Stakeholder engagement

Multitasking / prioritisation

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business / Supply Chain

Job description

Job Description

ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist in the procurement of goods and services in accordance with company policies and quality standards.
• Raise and process purchase orders (POs) in the ERP or procurement system accurately and timely.
• Monitor and follow up on open POs, deliveries, and supplier confirmations.
• Liaise with suppliers to obtain quotations, negotiate pricing and delivery terms (under guidance).
• Maintain procurement records and documentation, ensuring audit readiness and data accuracy.
• Assist in supplier performance monitoring and vendor onboarding processes.
• Support cost-saving initiatives and continuous improvement efforts in the procurement function.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams such as logistics, finance, and operations to resolve any supply or invoicing issues.
• Track inventory levels and alert relevant stakeholders about potential shortages or overstocking.
• Help prepare regular reports and KPIs for procurement performance tracking.

Qualifications & Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, or related field (CIPS qualification desirable).
• With at least 1-3 years in indirect procurement, ideally within IT, services, or facilities.
• Strong negotiation and contract management skills
• Familiarity with shared services or global procurement models (including procurement processes and supplier management)
• Ability to manage multiple projects and prioritise effectively.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.

Key Competencies

• Strategic thinking and commercial acumen
• Results-oriented with strong problem-solving skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Collaborative and team-focused approach
• High attention to detail and process discipline