Operations Support Specialist

SATO PHILIPPINES AUTO-ID SP INC.; Muntinlupa; On-site; PHP 420,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

SATO Philippines Auto-ID SP Inc. is seeking an experienced Operations Support Specialist to streamline purchasing, inventory, logistics, warehousing and reporting functions in Metro Manila.

You will manage end-to-end purchasing, liaise with suppliers, monitor stock, coordinate shipments, and generate operational reports. The role requires 3–4 years in procurement and supply chain, strong analytical skills, and proficiency in MS Office and ERP systems such as SAP Business One.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain, Logistics or related field.
• 3–4 years experience in Procurement, Inventory, Warehousing, Logistics or Operations Support.
• Experience end-to-end purchasing, supplier coordination, inventory monitoring and operational reporting.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; high attention to detail and documentation accuracy.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office; exposure to ERP systems (SAP Business One preferred).

Responsibilities

• Manage purchase orders from creation through fulfillment.
• Coordinate with suppliers on pricing, quotations, and delivery schedules.
• Support inventory planning and stock monitoring activities.
• Coordinate inventory counts, reconciliations and audit requirements.
• Monitor warehouse compliance and inventory movement processes.
• Coordinate shipments, deliveries and logistics requirements.
• Handle import documentation, permit processing, customs coordination and shipment tracking.
• Generate and maintain inventory, procurement and operational reports.
• Analyze operational data and identify process improvements.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to ensure smooth execution of business activities.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration / related field

Tools

MS Office

SAP Business One

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Operations Support Specialist to support our purchasing, inventory, logistics, warehousing and operational reporting functions. This role is ideal for a results-driven professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and has experience coordinating across multiple operational activities.

What You\'ll Do:

• Manage purchase orders from creation through fulfillment.

• Liaise with suppliers regarding pricing, quotations, delivery schedules and procurement requirements.

• Support inventory planning and stock monitoring activities.

• Coordinate inventory counts, reconciliations, and audit requirements.

• Monitor warehouse compliance and inventory movement processes.

• Coordinate shipments, deliveries, dispatch schedules and logistics requirements.

• Handle importation documentation, permit processing, customs coordination and shipment tracking.

• Generate and maintain inventory, procurement, and operational reports.

• Analyze operational data and identify areas for process improvement.

• Partner with cross-functional teams to ensure smooth execution of business activities.

Requirements:

• Bachelor\'s Degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Customs Administration, Industrial Engineering, Operations Management, or related field.

• With 3-4 years of experience in Procurement and Purchasing, Inventory Management, Warehousing, Logistics and Supply Chain, Operations Support

• Experience in handling end-to-end purchasing processes, supplier coordination, inventory monitoring, and operational reporting.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

• High attention to detail and documentation accuracy

• Excellent communication and organizational skills

• Advanced proficiency in MS Office

• Experience with ERP Systems, SAP Business 1 is preferred.

Preferred Experience

• Importation and customs coordination

• Government permit processing (NTC, OMB, and related clearances)

• Vendor and supplier management

• Inventory control and operational reporting