Lead Procurement Supervisor Pumps

Coherent Corp.; Calamba; On-site; PHP 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

Coherent Corp. is seeking a Procurement Lead to manage its pumps procurement team onsite in the Philippines. The role focuses on RFQs, POs, supplier coordination, and cost-saving initiatives across global sourcing and strategic partnerships.

The ideal candidate has a bachelor’s degree with at least 5 years' relevant experience, strong negotiation and leadership skills, and a proven track record in procurement strategy execution within manufacturing environments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with at least 5 years of relevant procurement experience.
• Experience leading procurement teams in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong negotiation, supplier relationship, and cost-reduction capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise RFQs, PO processing, and supplier coordination for Pumps production.
• Strengthen supplier relationships, manage escalations and negotiations.
• Drive cost-saving through strategic sourcing, benchmarking, and negotiations.
• Ensure timely procurement to support production and project needs.
• Monitor supplier performance and implement improvement actions.
• Identify supply risks and implement mitigation strategies.
• Collaborate with engineering, operations, finance, and global teams.
• Develop procurement policies, processes, and compliance standards.
• Track KPIs and prepare procurement reports for management.
• Coach and develop team members to improve performance.
• Maintain clear communication with the direct manager on priorities and status.
• Align operational priorities with the manager and coordinate with buyers.

Skills

Strategic sourcing

Supplier negotiations

Cost-saving initiatives

Contract management

Supplier development

Leadership and mentoring

Procurement strategy execution

Global sourcing and supply chain

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Job description

Job Description

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise the procurement team in handling RFQs, PO processing, and supplier coordination in PUMPS production.
• Manage and strengthen relationships with key suppliers, including handling escalations and negotiations
• Drive cost-saving initiatives through strategic sourcing, benchmarking, and negotiations
• Ensure timely procurement to support production and project requirements
• Monitor supplier performance (quality, delivery, cost) and implement improvement actions
• Identify and mitigate supply chain risks (e.g., dual sourcing, inventory planning)
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders (engineering, operations, finance, global teams)
• Develop and enforce procurement processes, policies, and compliance standards
• Track KPIs and prepare procurement reports for management
• Coach and develop team members to improve performance and capability
• Demonstrates consistent communication with direct manager on project status, procurement activities, and team concerns.
• Responsible for updating and aligning with the direct Manager on operational priorities and team performance.
• Demonstrates effective communication and coordination with buyers and direct manager.

Education & Experience

• A bachelor’s degree or its equivalents with at least 5 years of relevant work experience

Skills

• Strategic sourcing
• Supplier negotiations
• Cost-saving initiatives
• Contract management
• Supplier developmentLeadership and mentoring
• Procurement strategy execution
• Global sourcing and supply chain management.

Working Conditions

• This role is 100% onsite

Culture Commitment

• Integrity – Create an Environment of Trust
• Collaboration – Innovate Through the Sharing of Ideas
• Accountability – Own the Process and the Outcome
• Respect – Recognize the Value in Everyone
• Enthusiasm – Find a Sense of Purpose in Work

Coherent Corp. is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Coherent Philippines Pte Ltd shares the 5 key principles of fair employment practices and is committed to adopting these principles in the management of our human resources. We believe that the effective implementation of fair employment practices will bring about a more harmonious and progressive work environment within our organization, and contribute towards making Philippines a great place to work.

About Us

Coherent is a global leader in lasers, engineered materials and networking components. We are a vertically integrated manufacturing company that develops innovative products for diversified applications in the industrial, optical communications, military, life sciences, semiconductor equipment, and consumer markets. Coherent provides a comprehensive career development platform within an environment that challenges employees to perform at their best, while rewarding excellence and hard-work through a competitive compensation program. It's an exciting opportunity to work for a company that offers stability, longevity and growth. Come Join Us!