Procurement Specialist, Global Aid & Supply Chain

World Food Programme; Mandaluyong; On-site; PHP 701,000 - 839,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Leave benefits

Extendable to dependents

Job summary

The World Food Programme in Manila is seeking a Procurement Associate to support procurement projects and ensure timely purchases of goods and services. You will coordinate administrative tasks, liaise with suppliers, and prepare orders under delegated authority, contributing to cost-effective operations.

The role requires strong English communication, a procurement-related qualification, and at least six years of experience.

Qualifications

• Secondary education with specialized certification in procurement.
• Bachelor’s degree in business, public administration, economics, political sciences and social sciences or closely relevant field is desirable but not required.
• At least six (6) years of experience in procurement management and services.
• Experience using computers and office software packages (MS Word, Excel, etc.).

Responsibilities

• Provide operational coordination and administrative services to support procurement projects and activities, following standard processes.
• Identify and recommend potential suppliers, and compile data/documents to support supplier selection.
• Review, record and prioritize purchasing requests, and provide support to requisitioners.
• Prepare Purchase Orders, contracts and any supporting documentation for approval, and approve purchases within delegated authority.
• Supervise the work of support staff and coordinate with other operations.

Skills

Communication skills

English proficiency

Education

Secondary procurement certification

Bachelor’s degree in business/public administration/economics/political science or social sciences

Tools

MS Word

Excel

Job description

The World Food Programme in Manila is seeking a Procurement Associate to support procurement projects and ensure timely purchases of goods and services. You will coordinate administrative tasks, liaise with suppliers, and prepare orders under delegated authority, contributing to cost-effective operations.

The role requires strong English communication, a procurement-related qualification, and at least six years of experience.