Procurement Officer

Philippine Span Asia Carrier Corp. (Manila); Manila; On-site; PHP 335,000 - 670,000; Full time

Job summary

Philippine Span Asia Carrier Corp. (Manila) is seeking a strategic and results-driven Buyer to manage end-to-end procurement activities, ensuring timely acquisition of quality goods and services at the most competitive cost.

The successful candidate will lead strategic sourcing initiatives, supplier negotiations, category management, and vendor performance while driving cost savings, operational efficiency, and compliance with procurement policies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business, supply chain, engineering, or related field.
• 2–5 years in Purchasing, Procurement, Strategic Sourcing, or SCM.
• Experience in logistics, shipping, maritime, or manufacturing is advantageous.
• Importation experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage assigned purchasing categories and develop sourcing strategies.
• Lead competitive bidding and supplier evaluation and award.
• Conduct market research, cost benchmarking, and TCO analysis.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities and drive value initiatives.
• Monitor procurement spend and supplier performance within categories.
• Review PRs, negotiate terms, and manage contracts and SOWs.
• Coordinate with business units on requirements and specs.
• Support end-to-end P2P process and ERP enhancements.
• Monitor contracts and renewals; re-bid as needed.

Skills

Negotiation

Supplier management

Contract administration

Strategic sourcing

Category management

Procurement governance

TCO analysis

ERP: NetSuite

ERP: SAP

ERP: Oracle

Sertica

Excel

PowerPoint

Analytics

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, or related field

Tools

NetSuite

SAP

Oracle

Sertica

Job description

Job Summary

We are looking for a strategic and results-driven Buyer to manage end-to-end procurement activities, ensuring the timely acquisition of quality goods and services at the most competitive cost. The successful candidate will lead strategic sourcing initiatives, supplier negotiations, category management, and vendor performance while driving cost savings, operational efficiency, and compliance with procurement policies. This role is ideal for procurement professionals who thrive in a dynamic environment and are passionate about delivering value through strategic purchasing.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Sourcing & Category Management

• Manage assigned purchasing categories and develop sourcing strategies that optimize cost, quality, and service.

• Lead competitive bidding and tender processes, including supplier evaluation and recommendation to award.

• Conduct market research, cost benchmarking, and Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) analysis.

• Identify cost-saving opportunities and drive value improvement initiatives.

• Monitor procurement spend and supplier performance within assigned categories.

Procurement Operations

• Review and process Purchase Requisitions (PRs) to ensure timely procurement.

• Negotiate commercial terms, pricing, contracts, and service agreements with suppliers.

• Coordinate with Business Units to define procurement requirements, technical specifications, and Statements of Work (SOW).

• Manage contract lifecycle, including preparation, review, approval, execution, and renewal.

• Monitor contract expirations and ensure timely renewals or re-bidding activities.

• Support the end-to-end Procure-to-Pay (P2P) process to ensure operational efficiency.

Vendor & Supplier Management

• Manage supplier accreditation, onboarding, and vendor audits.

• Evaluate supplier performance and recommend improvement initiatives.

• Ensure vendors meet company accreditation requirements and compliance standards.

• Build and maintain strong supplier relationships to support business continuity and strategic sourcing objectives.

Compliance & Governance

• Ensure strict adherence to procurement policies, internal controls, and company governance.

• Promote procurement best practices across all business units.

• Support continuous improvement of procurement systems, policies, and procedures.

• Act as a procurement advisor by educating stakeholders on purchasing processes and compliance requirements.

Reporting & Continuous Improvement

• Prepare procurement reports, KPIs, savings reports, open PO reports, and supplier performance dashboards.

• Monitor and maintain item master data, vendor master records, and system accuracy.

• Support ERP and procurement system enhancements, including NetSuite, Sertica, SAP, Oracle, or related platforms.

• Participate in automation and process improvement initiatives to increase procurement efficiency.

• Perform other procurement and strategic sourcing projects as assigned.

Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, or any related field.

Experience

• Minimum of 2–5 years of experience in Purchasing, Procurement, Strategic Sourcing, or Supply Chain Management.

• Experience in logistics, shipping, maritime, manufacturing, or related industries is an advantage.

• With importation experience is preferred.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong negotiation, supplier management, and contract administration skills.

• Solid understanding of strategic sourcing, category management, procurement governance, and Total Cost of Ownership (TCO).

• Experience using ERP systems such as NetSuite, SAP, Oracle, Sertica, or similar procurement platforms.

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.

• Strong analytical, reporting, and problem-solving skills.

• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.

Work Arrangement

• Full-time position

• Full onsite work arrangement

• Willing to extend work hours and travel for supplier visits, business meetings, or fieldwork when required.