Procurement Manager

Universal Robina Corporation; Quezon City; On-site; PHP 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Job summary

Nissin-URC is seeking an Assistant Procurement Manager in Manila to lead procurement operations and strategic sourcing initiatives. You will build strong supplier partnerships, oversee end-to-end sourcing, and drive cost optimization to support business growth.

You will manage a high-performing team, collaborate with regional stakeholders, and push for process improvements, digitalization, and enhanced procurement capabilities across the organization.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of procurement, supply chain, or related experience.
• Experience managing end-to-end procurement processes and supplier negotiations.
• Strong commercial acumen and contract management capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute procurement strategies aligned with business objectives.
• Lead sourcing, supplier selection, contract negotiations, and supplier performance management.
• Drive cost optimization, budget management, and value creation initiatives.
• Manage day-to-day procurement operations and lead a high-performing team.
• Strengthen supplier relationships and ensure continuity of supply.
• Collaborate with cross-functional and regional stakeholders on procurement projects.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement, digitalization, and operational efficiency.
• Support talent development and capability building within the procurement organization.

Skills

Procurement strategy

Supplier negotiations

Budget control

Cross-functional leadership

Tools

Excel

Job description

Lead Strategic Sourcing. Drive Operational Excellence. Shape the Future of Procurement.

Nissin-URC is looking for an Assistant Procurement Manager to lead procurement operations and strategic sourcing initiatives while building strong supplier partnerships that support business growth. This role offers a unique opportunity to take ownership of procurement strategy, optimize end-to-end sourcing processes, and contribute to the long-term development of the procurement function.

What You'll Do

• Develop and execute procurement strategies aligned with business objectives
• Lead sourcing, supplier selection, contract negotiations, and supplier performance management
• Drive cost optimization, budget management, and value creation initiatives
• Manage day-to-day procurement operations and lead a high-performing team
• Strengthen supplier relationships and ensure continuity of supply
• Collaborate with cross-functional and regional stakeholders on procurement projects
• Identify opportunities for process improvement, digitalization, and operational efficiency
• Support talent development and capability building within the procurement organization

What We're Looking For

• with at least 5 years of procurement, supply chain, or related experience
• Proven experience managing end-to-end procurement processes and supplier negotiations
• Strong commercial acumen and contract management capabilities
• Experience in budget control, cost management, and strategic sourcing
• Advanced analytical and data interpretation skills, including proficiency in Excel and procurement analytics tools
• Strong stakeholder management and cross-functional collaboration skills
• Experience leading teams and driving operational excellence initiatives
• Foreign language proficiency (Chinese or Japanese) is an advantage

Why Join Us?

This role is designed for a procurement professional who is ready to take on broader leadership responsibilities and play a key role in strengthening and advancing the organization's procurement capabilities.