Purchasing Assistant

Cleveland Industries, Inc.; Quezon City; On-site; PHP 279,000 - 390,600; Full time

Job summary

A manufacturing company based in Quezon City is seeking a Purchasing Assistant to perform vendor research, manage purchasing agreements, and oversee shipping schedules. Candidates should hold a Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration or a relevant field and possess at least 2 years of experience. Fresh graduates are also encouraged to apply. Strong organizational and problem-solving skills are vital for success in this role.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of working experience as Purchasing Assistant, Purchasing Officer, or similar role.
• Fresh graduates are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Perform vendor research and selection to enhance profitability.
• Maintain cordial working relationships with vendors.
• Sign and review purchasing agreements with vendors.
• Manage purchase orders and oversee shipping schedules.
• Coordinate with origin/shipper to process importation documents.
• Work with warehouse staff to compare deliveries with purchase orders.
• Conduct ongoing market research for beneficial purchase agreements.

Skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Problem-solving skills

Time management skills

MS applications proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration/Management or relevant field

Job description

Responsibilities

• Perform vendor research and selection to enhance profitability, reduce operating costs and boost efficiency.
• Maintain cordial working relationships with vendors and supervise vendor activities.
• Sign and review purchasing agreements with vendors, monitor their performance and renegotiate contracts.
• Manage purchase orders, oversee local and international shipping schedules and maintain purchase records.
• Coordinate with origin/shipper, broker and forwarder to process and/or follow up importation documents.
• Work with warehouse staff to compare deliveries with purchase orders to identify discrepancies.
• Conduct ongoing market research to identify beneficial purchase agreements and potential vendors.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration/Management or relevant field.
• At least 2 years of working experience as Purchasing Assistant, Purchasing Officer or similar role.
• Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Highly proficient in the use of MS application.
• Ability to manage and handle multiple tasks.
• Outstanding problem-solving skills.
• Good time management abilities.
• Fresh graduates are encouraged to apply.