Procurement Buyer: Strategic Sourcing & Cost Optimization

Coherent Corp.; Calamba; On-site; PHP 360,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

Coherent Corp. in Laguna, Philippines, is seeking a procurement professional to manage requisitions, source suppliers, and convert requisitions to P.O.s in a 100% onsite environment.

The role collaborates with finance, warehouse, and logistics to ensure timely delivery, cost optimization, and compliance with company policies, underscoring integrity and effective supplier relations.

Bachelor’s degree required with 2–5 years in procurement or related fields.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
• 2–5 years of procurement or purchasing experience.
• Strong negotiation and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage purchase requisitions from multiple departments.
• Source and select suppliers; issue RFQs and compare offers.
• Create and manage purchase orders; ensure accuracy.
• Coordinate with internal teams to align procurement with needs.
• Maintain supplier relationships; resolve delays and quality issues.
• Negotiate prices and payment terms to optimize costs.
• Ensure compliance with policies and maintain records.
• Monitor orders and report on spend and savings.

Skills

Negotiation

Quotation analysis

ERP/Procurement systems

Strategic planning

Communication & coordination

Decision making

Procurement knowledge

Business ethics

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Job description

Coherent Corp. in Laguna, Philippines, is seeking a procurement professional to manage requisitions, source suppliers, and convert requisitions to P.O.s in a 100% onsite environment.

The role collaborates with finance, warehouse, and logistics to ensure timely delivery, cost optimization, and compliance with company policies, underscoring integrity and effective supplier relations.

Bachelor’s degree required with 2–5 years in procurement or related fields.