Procurement Manager (IT Category)

HRTX; Pasig; On-site; PHP 800,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading procurement company in the Philippines is seeking a Procurement Manager to strategically oversee IT procurement. The role involves leading the end-to-end procurement process, managing supplier relationships, and developing a procurement team. The ideal candidate will possess over five years of experience in strategic procurement, particularly in IT categories, and a background in fast-paced industries such as F&B or retail. Strong leadership and negotiation skills are essential for driving cost optimization and ensuring compliance with business needs.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of strategic, end-to-end procurement experience.
• Proven experience in managing a procurement team.
• Experience in IT procurement categories is essential.
• Background in fast-paced consumer-driven industries is preferred.
• Certification in Procurement or Supply Chain Management is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end procurement activities focusing on IT procurement.
• Develop and execute sourcing strategies aligned with business needs.
• Manage supplier relationships and performance metrics.
• Conduct cost analysis and drive cost optimization initiatives.
• Lead and coach procurement team to achieve organizational objectives.

Skills

Strategic sourcing

Information Technology management

Supplier relationship management

Negotiation skills

Cost analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Finance, Economics, or Business-related course

Job description

Role Overview

The Procurement Manager plays a strategic leadership role in managing assigned procurement categories, with a strong focus on IT procurement within a fast-paced, multi-site operating environment typical of F&B, restaurant, or retail organizations.

This role is responsible for the end-to-end procurement lifecycle, driving value through effective sourcing strategies, supplier partnerships, and team leadership. Working closely with internal stakeholders and external vendors, the Procurement Manager ensures sustainable supply capacity from a curated pool of Market Best-in-Class (MBIC) suppliers, while delivering cost efficiency, supply reliability, and long-term value for the business.

The role also leads and develops a procurement team, ensuring strong execution, governance, and alignment with business priorities.

Key Responsibilities

Category & Strategic Sourcing Management

• Lead end-to-end procurement activities for assigned categories, with primary focus on IT procurement (e.g., hardware, software, IT services, systems, and related technologies).
• Develop and execute category sourcing strategies aligned with business objectives and operational needs.
• Partner with stakeholders across IT, Finance, Operations, and other functions to understand demand and translate requirements into sourcing solutions.

Supply & Risk Management

• Analyze supply and demand trends, identify risks, and recommend mitigation strategies to ensure sustainable capacity and continuity of supply.
• Conduct supplier assessments, audits, and plant/site visits to validate capabilities, compliance, and scalability.
• Proactively manage supply risks common to high-growth, multi-location environments.

Supplier Management

• Oversee the full supplier lifecycle—from accreditation and contracting to performance management and termination.
• Establish clear performance metrics, conduct regular reviews, and drive continuous improvement initiatives with suppliers.
• Build long-term, strategic partnerships with MBIC vendors to support innovation and growth.

Cost & Value Management

• Perform cost analysis, benchmarking, and total cost of ownership (TCO) evaluations.
• Drive cost optimization initiatives through negotiation, contract management, and market intelligence.
• Balance cost efficiency with service quality, speed, and scalability.

Stakeholder & Customer Relationship Management

• Manage complex requirements and orders, providing strategic insights and solutions to internal customers.
• Gather feedback, recommend process or sourcing improvements, and ensure procurement outcomes align with business needs.

People Management

• Lead, coach, and develop a team of procurement professionals.
• Set clear goals, monitor performance, and build capability in strategic sourcing, negotiation, and supplier management.
• Promote strong governance, compliance, and best practices across the team.

Job Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Engineering, Finance, Economics, or any Business-related course.
• Minimum of five (5) years of strategic, end-to-end procurement experience.
• Proven people management experience (currently or previously leading a procurement team).
• Must have handled or be currently handling IT procurement categories.
• Experience from F&B, restaurant, retail, or similarly fast-paced consumer-driven industries is highly preferred.
• Certification in Procurement or Supply Chain Management is an advantage.
• Strong competency in: