Procurement Manager / Demand Planning Manager

Tap Growth ai; Davao City; On-site; PHP 700,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Tap Growth ai in the Philippines invites an experienced Procurement Manager / Demand Planning Manager to lead sourcing, purchasing, and demand planning operations. You will drive procurement strategies and align with inventory goals to support growth.

The role requires 5+ years in procurement with leadership, strong supplier management and contract negotiation, and a track record in retail, trading, or distribution advantageous.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in SCM, Business Admin, Logistics, or related field.
• 5+ years in procurement or supply chain with leadership experience.
• Strong supplier management, strategic sourcing and contract negotiation.
• Knowledge of inventory management and procurement best practices.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute procurement strategies for timely, cost-effective purchasing.
• Manage supplier selection, negotiations, contracts, and performance.
• Oversee purchasing activities in line with policies and budgets.
• Monitor inventory levels and optimize stock, reducing excess inventory.
• Analyze market trends and supply risks to support decisions.
• Resolve supplier issues related to quality, pricing, and deliveries.
• Collaborate with Finance on invoices, payments, and billing.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities and improve processes.
• Prepare procurement reports and provide recommendations to management.

Skills

Procurement management

Strategic sourcing

Contract negotiation

Inventory management

Supplier management

Leadership

Analytical skills

Negotiation

Education

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

Job description

We're Hiring: Procurement Manager / Demand Planning Manager!

We are seeking an experienced and results-driven Procurement Manager / Demand Planning Manager to lead our sourcing, purchasing, and demand planning operations. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in procurement processes, inventory management, and strategic planning to ensure optimal stock levels, cost savings, and efficient supply chain performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute procurement strategies to ensure timely and cost-effective purchasing.
• Manage supplier selection, negotiations, contracts, and performance.
• Oversee purchasing activities and ensure compliance with company policies and budgets.
• Monitor inventory levels and implement strategies to optimize stock and reduce excess inventory.
• Analyze market trends and supply risks to support purchasing decisions.
• Resolve supplier issues related to quality, pricing, contracts, and deliveries.
• Work closely with Finance on invoice validation, supplier payments, and billing concerns.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities and improve procurement processes.
• Prepare procurement reports and provide recommendations to management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Logistics, or a related field.
• At least5 years of experiencein procurement, purchasing, or supply chain management, with leadership experience.
• Strong background in supplier management, strategic sourcing, and contract negotiation.
• Good knowledge of inventory management and procurement best practices.
• Strong analytical, negotiation, communication, and leadership skills.
• Experience in theretail, trading, or distribution industryis an advantage.