Junior Buyer - Portuguese Speaker

Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company; Manila; On-site; PHP 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Job summary

Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company in Manila is seeking a Junior Buyer who speaks Portuguese to support day-to-day indirect procurement, process requisitions, issue POs, and ensure policy compliance.

The role collaborates with internal teams and suppliers, monitors orders, maintains data accuracy, and contributes to cost-effective procurement and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, or related field.
• Strong English communication skills.
• Ability to follow procedures and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Process purchase requisitions and create purchase orders.
• Conduct supplier sourcing and evaluate quotations.
• Expedite orders and resolve issues with vendors.
• Maintain supplier data and procurement system accuracy.
• Support continuous improvement of procurement processes.

Skills

Customer service

English proficiency

Communication

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Procurement, Engineering

Job description

Junior Buyer - Portuguese SpeakerBy continuing to use and navigate this website, you are agreeing to the use of cookies.### Junior Buyer - Portuguese SpeakerApply: PH GBS Manila: Full time: Posted Today: JR-40113928**Summary of the Role**The role is responsible for supporting day-to-day indirect procurement activities, including processing purchase requisitions, sourcing suppliers, issuing purchase orders, and ensuring compliance with procurement policies and service level agreements. You will collaborate with internal stakeholders and suppliers to resolve purchasing issues, monitor order status, and maintain accurate procurement data and vendor information. Additionally, you will contribute to sourcing activities, support continuous improvement initiatives, and help deliver efficient, cost-effective procurement services across the business. **Why this Role Matters:*** You will ensure the timely procurement of goods and services to support uninterrupted business operations.* You will support compliance with procurement policies, supplier strategies, and spending controls to minimize risk and improve purchasing efficiency.* You will help optimize supplier selection, pricing, and delivery performance to drive business value and cost effectiveness.* You will serve as a key link between internal customers and suppliers, ensuring effective communication and timely resolution of purchasing-related issues. **What You Will Do*** You will process purchase requisitions, create purchase orders, and manage purchasing requests in line with established policies, procedures, and service level agreements.* You will conduct sourcing activities, evaluate supplier quotations, and secure competitive pricing, delivery schedules, and commercial terms.* You will monitor and expedite purchase orders, resolve order and invoice issues, and provide timely status updates to stakeholders.* You will maintain accurate supplier, catalog, and procurement system data to support efficient purchasing operations.* You will support supplier compliance initiatives and identify opportunities to improve procurement processes and operational efficiency.* You will contribute to continuous improvement efforts that enhance the effectiveness and automation of procurement activities. **What We’re Looking for*** You have a Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Procurement, Engineering, or a related business/technical field; qualified undergraduate candidates may also be considered.* You have customer service experience and the ability to accurately understand, process, and respond to customer requests; entry-level candidates are welcome to apply.* You have effective English communication skills and, where required, proficiency in the local language of supported countries.* You are able to follow established procedures, analyze information, solve problems, and manage priorities effectively.* You demonstrate strong interpersonal skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team.* You ideally have procurement shared services experience and are willing to work flexible schedules when required. #LI-JA1 Goodyear is one of the world's largest tire companies. It employs about 63,000 people and manufactures its products in 48 facilities in 19 countries around the world. Its two Innovation Centers in Akron, Ohio, and Colmar-Berg, Luxembourg, strive to develop state-of-the-art products and services that set the technology and performance standard for the industry. For more information about Goodyear and its products, go to www.goodyear.com/corporate Goodyear is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any characteristic protected by law.