Procurement Associate

Discovery Capital Finance Corp.; Taguig; On-site; PHP 550,000 - 750,000; Full time

Job summary

Discovery Capital Finance Corp. is seeking a Procurement Specialist in Taguig, Philippines. This role involves communicating with vendors, preparing Requests for Payments, and maintaining accurate procurement records. Successful candidates will have a Bachelor's degree and 1-3 years of experience in procurement.

The ideal applicant is proficient in data analysis tools like Excel and possesses a strong understanding of finance and procurement principles. Join us to achieve targets in a dynamic business environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business or related field.
• 1-3 years of experience in procurement or purchasing.
• Strong understanding of finance and procurement principles.

Responsibilities

• Communicate with vendors for quotes and resolve delivery issues.
• Assist in issuing Requests for Payments and Purchase Orders.
• Prepare procurement reports and status updates.

Skills

Procurement software proficiency

Data analysis tools like Excel

Finance understanding

Market analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, or related field

Job description

• Communicate with vendors to request quotes, track orders, and resolve delivery issues.
• Assist in the preparation and issuance of Requests for Payments (RFPs) and Purchase Orders (POs).
• Collect and consolidate supplier quotations and prepare comparison sheets.
• Coordinate with suppliers regarding deliveries, documentation, and minor quality concerns.
• Support basic quality checks upon delivery, including quantity, condition, and compliance.
• Maintain accurate procurement records, supplier databases, and filing systems.
• Ensure all procurement activities are properly documented and audit-ready.
• Coordinate with internal teams to clarify procurement needs and specifications.
• Work closely with finance to support timely payment processing.
• Prepare routine procurement reports and status updates.
• Achieve or exceed assigned targets and key performance objectives.
• Accept other associated responsibilities and projects as the need arises.
• Participate in ongoing training and development programs.
• Adhere to company policies and procedures.
• Achieve or exceed targets and key objectives assigned by your Immediate Superior.

Basic Requirements/Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, or a related field is required.
• 1-3 years of experience in procurement, purchasing, or a closely related field is a plus.
• Experience in a dynamic business environment, particularly in a fast-paced environment, will be highly regarded.
• Proficiency in procurement software or ERP software will be prioritized but is not required.
• Strong understanding of finance and procurement principles is a plus.
• Competence in market analysis and procurement strategies.
• Proficiency in data analysis tools such as Excel or Google Sheets, with the ability to utilize these tools for effective procurement planning and reporting.
• Strong understanding of professional integrity and fair business practices.