Purchasing Assistant

Jo & Maria's Garden Cafe; Marikina; On-site; PHP 200,880 - 312,480; Full time

Job summary

Jo & Maria's Garden Cafe in Marikina is seeking a Purchasing Assistant with at least 2 years of experience in cafe operations. You will source suppliers, prepare purchase orders, and manage deliveries to ensure fresh ingredients and supplies for daily cafe activities.

This role requires strong vendor coordination, negotiation, and Excel proficiency, with a detail-oriented, fast-paced mindset. On-site work, immediate start, and driving is a plus.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years purchasing experience in a cafe or F&B business (ensures familiarity with cafe operations).
• Strong knowledge of cafe supplies, ingredients, and vendor coordination.
• Good communication and negotiation skills.
• Organized, detail-oriented, and able to multitask.
• Proficient in MS Excel or inventory/purchasing systems.

Responsibilities

• Source and coordinate with suppliers for cafe and kitchen requirements
• Prepare purchase orders and monitor deliveries
• Maintain supplier relationships and negotiate pricing when needed
• Monitor inventory levels and assist in stock replenishment
• Ensure timely procurement of ingredients, packaging, and operational supplies
• Compare supplier quotations and maintain updated supplier records
• Coordinate with operations team regarding daily purchasing needs
• Ensure quality, accuracy, and completeness of delivered items
• May occasionally be required to visit suppliers or purchase supplies outside the office/store when necessary

Skills

Negotiation

Communication

Organization

Multitasking

Tools

MS Excel

Inventory systems

Job description

On-site - Marikina 1-3 Yrs Exp Bachelor Full-time

Job Description

We are looking for a Purchasing Assistant with at least 2 years of experience in the food and beverage industry, preferably in cafe operations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Source and coordinate with suppliers for cafe and kitchen requirements
• Prepare purchase orders and monitor deliveries
• Maintain supplier relationships and negotiate pricing when needed
• Monitor inventory levels and assist in stock replenishment
• Ensure timely procurement of ingredients, packaging, and operational supplies
• Compare supplier quotations and maintain updated supplier records
• Coordinate with operations team regarding daily purchasing needs
• Ensure quality, accuracy, and completeness of delivered items
• May occasionally be required to visit suppliers or purchase supplies outside the office/store when necessary

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 2 years purchasing experience in a cafe or F&B business
• Strong knowledge of cafe supplies, ingredients, and vendor coordination
• Good communication and negotiation skills
• Organized, detail-oriented, and able to multitask
• Proficient in MS Excel or inventory/purchasing systems
• Can work in a fast-paced environment
• Can drive either 2 or 4 wheeled vehicles and with valid driver's license is a plus
• Can start ASAP

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