Procurement and Purchasing Manager (Manufacturing)

AsiaPeopleSearch Inc.; Quezon City; On-site; PHP 1,000,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

AsiaPeopleSearch Inc. seeks a Procurement and Purchasing Manager (Manufacturing) for our Quezon City operations. This leadership role oversees all procurement and purchasing activities for the manufacturing division, driving cost efficiency, supplier performance, and continuous improvement across the value chain.

You will lead a purchasing team, develop strategies, manage supplier relationships, and align procurement with production needs to support profitability and reliable operations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Admin, SCM, Procurement or related field.
• 7–10 years procurement experience, 5+ in manufacturing.
• Proven supplier management and vendor relationship skills.
• Strong negotiation with cost reductions.
• Experience with procurement systems and ERP.
• Advanced Excel and data analysis.
• Lean procurement and continuous improvement knowledge.
• Team leadership and staff development.
• Cross-functional communication.
• Understanding of manufacturing and MRP processes.
• APICS CPIM/CSCP or equivalent certification advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement procurement strategies aligned with manufacturing operations.
• Manage sourcing, supplier evaluation, negotiation and contract management.
• Oversee inventory management to optimise stock and minimise costs.
• Lead the procurement team with guidance, training and performance management.
• Identify and evaluate potential suppliers; maintain qualified vendor database.
• Negotiate terms, pricing, and delivery schedules for best value.
• Monitor supplier performance against SLAs and quality standards.
• Manage purchase orders, expedite deliveries, resolve disruptions.
• Analyse procurement data and market trends for cost savings.
• Ensure compliance with policies, regulations and ethical standards.
• Collaborate with manufacturing, production and finance to support operations.
• Prepare regular procurement reports and provide insights to management.

Skills

Vendor management

Negotiation

ERP software

MS Excel

Analytical skills

Team leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication

Lean procurement

Supply chain knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Procurement or related field

APICS CPIM/CSCP or equivalent certification

Tools

ERP software

MS Excel

Inventory management tools

Job description

About the role

We are seeking a Procurement and Purchasing Manager (Manufacturing) to join our team in Quezon City, Metro Manila on a full-time basis. This is a strategic position within our organisation, responsible for overseeing all aspects of procurement and purchasing operations for our manufacturing division. You will play a crucial role in optimising our supply chain, managing vendor relationships, and ensuring cost-effective procurement practices that directly contribute to the company's profitability and operational success. This role requires someone with proven expertise in manufacturing procurement who can lead a dynamic team and drive continuous improvement across our purchasing function.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive procurement strategies aligned with manufacturing operations and business objectives

• Manage the complete procurement cycle, including sourcing, supplier evaluation, negotiation, and contract management

• Oversee inventory management processes to ensure optimal stock levels while minimising carrying costs

• Lead and supervise the procurement team, providing guidance, training and performance management

• Identify and evaluate potential suppliers, conducting due diligence and maintaining a qualified vendor database

• Negotiate commercial terms, pricing and delivery schedules with suppliers to achieve best value for money

• Monitor supplier performance against agreed service level agreements and quality standards

• Manage purchase orders, expedite deliveries and resolve supply chain disruptions

• Analyse procurement data and market trends to identify cost-saving opportunities and efficiency improvements

• Ensure compliance with company policies, regulatory requirements and ethical procurement standards

• Collaborate with manufacturing, production and finance teams to understand requirements and support operational needs

• Prepare regular procurement reports and provide insights to senior management

What we're looking for

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Procurement or related field

• Minimum 7-10 years of procurement and purchasing experience, with at least 5 years in a manufacturing environment

• Proven track record in supplier management and vendor relationship development

• Strong negotiation skills with demonstrated ability to achieve cost reductions and improved terms

• Experience with procurement systems, ERP software and inventory management tools

• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities with keen attention to detail

• Advanced Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel for data analysis

• Knowledge of supply chain best practices, lean procurement and continuous improvement methodologies

• Demonstrated experience in team leadership and staff development

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with ability to work cross-functionally

• Understanding of manufacturing processes and material requirements planning

• Professional certification such as APICS CPIM, CSCP or equivalent procurement qualification is advantageous