Procurement Buyer - Solaris

Coherent Corp.; Calamba; On-site; PHP 500,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Coherent Corp. is seeking a Procurement Specialist to manage purchase requisitions, source suppliers, and create purchase orders. You will coordinate with internal teams and suppliers to ensure accurate, timely procurement while negotiating favorable terms.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree and 2–5 years in procurement or related fields, with onsite work in the Philippines. SAP and Oracle experience is a plus, supporting a dynamic supply chain.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field.
• 2–5 years of experience in procurement, supply chain, or purchasing roles.

Responsibilities

• Purchase Requisition Management: review requests from departments.
• Supplier Sourcing & Selection: identify, request RFQs, compare offers, negotiate terms.
• PO Creation & Management: convert requisitions to P.O.s, ensure accuracy, release to suppliers.
• Collaborate with internal departments to understand procurement needs.
• Supplier Relationship Management: maintain communication, resolve delays or quality issues.
• Cost Optimization: negotiate prices and payment terms for savings.
• Compliance & Documentation: follow policies, maintain records of P.O.s and supplier agreements.
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders and update on order status.
• Monitor & Reporting: track fulfillment and supplier performance.

Skills

Negotiation

Quotation analysis

Communication

Decision making

Procurement knowledge

Sourcing strategies

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Job description

Job Description

• Purchase Requisition Management, Review purchase requests from different departments.
• Supplier Sourcing & Selection, Identify and evaluate potential suppliers. Request quotations (RFQs) and compare offers. Negotiate prices, terms, and lead times.
• Purchase Order (P.O.) Creation & Management. Convert approved requisitions into P.O.s. Ensure accuracy of details (item description, pricing, quantity, delivery date). Release P.O.s to suppliers in line with company policies.
• Collaborate with internal departments to understand procurement needs and priorities thru attending meeting
• Supplier Relationship Management. Maintain regular communication with suppliers. Resolve issues such as delays, quality problems, or order discrepancies.
• Cost Optimization. Negotiate better prices and payment terms. Identify opportunities for savings without compromising quality.
• Compliance & Documentation. Ensure purchases follow company policies and regulatory requirements. Maintain proper records of P.O.s, contracts, and supplier agreements.
• Coordination with Internal Stakeholders. Work closely with requestors, finance, warehouse, and logistics teams. Update stakeholders on order status and delivery schedules.
• Monitoring & Reporting. Track order fulfillment and supplier performance. Prepare reports on spending, savings, and procurement activities.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• Purchase Requisition Management, Review purchase requests from different departments.
• Supplier Sourcing & Selection, Identify and evaluate potential suppliers. Request quotations (RFQs) and compare offers. Negotiate prices, terms, and lead times.
• Purchase Order (P.O.) Creation & Management. Convert approved requisitions into P.O.s. Ensure accuracy of details (item description, pricing, quantity, delivery date). Release P.O.s to suppliers in line with company policies.
• Collaborate with internal departments to understand procurement needs and priorities thru attending meeting
• Supplier Relationship Management. Maintain regular communication with suppliers. Resolve issues such as delays, quality problems, or order discrepancies.
• Cost Optimization. Negotiate better prices and payment terms. Identify opportunities for savings without compromising quality.
• Compliance & Documentation. Ensure purchases follow company policies and regulatory requirements. Maintain proper records of P.O.s, contracts, and supplier agreements.
• Coordination with Internal Stakeholders. Work closely with requestors, finance, warehouse, and logistics teams. Update stakeholders on order status and delivery schedules.Monitoring & Reporting. Track order fulfillment and supplier performance. Prepare reports on spending, savings, and procurement activities.

Education & Experience

• A bachelor’s degree in Minimum of 2 to 5 years of experience in procurement, supply chain, or purchasing roles.

Skills

• Strong negotiation and persuasion skills
• Ability to analyze quotations and contracts
• ERP / Procurement Systems Proficiency (e.g., SAP, Oracle)
• Strategic Planning
• Strong Communication and Coordination Skills
• Decision-Making Ability
• knowledge of procurement processes, sourcing strategies, and supply chain management
• Business Ethics and Integrity

Working Conditions

• This role is 100% onsite

Culture Commitment

Ensure adherence to company’s values (ICARE) in all aspects of your position at Coherent Corp.:

• I Integrity – Create an Environment of Trust
• C Collaboration – Innovate Through the Sharing of Ideas
• A Accountability – Own the Process and the Outcome
• R Respect – Recognize the Value in Everyone
• E 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!