Purchasing Assistant

*Gomeco Metal Corporation; Valenzuela; On-site; PHP 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Job summary

Gomeco Metal Corporation is seeking aPurchasing professional to support procurement activities in Malinta, Valenzuela City. You will assist the purchasing manager with sourcing materials, liaising with suppliers, and handling purchase orders and related paperwork.

The role requires strong communication, negotiation, and organizational skills, with a focus on timely supplier payments and process improvements within a construction-oriented purchasing environment.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in a purchasing role, preferably in construction.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills with suppliers.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and basic procurement software.
• Knowledge of procurement best practices and processes.
• Attention to detail and problem-solving mindset.

Responsibilities

• Assist the purchasing manager in procuring raw materials, installation materials, equipment, and other supplies.
• Liaise with suppliers to obtain quotes, negotiate prices, and manage orders.
• Prepare purchase orders, invoices, and related documentation.
• Collaborate with the finance team to ensure timely supplier payments.
• Support implementation of efficient purchasing processes and procedures.
• Provide administrative support to the Purchasing team as needed.

Skills

Negotiation

Vendor management

Microsoft Office

Procurement best practices

Attention to detail

Time management

Communication

Tools

Office software

Job description

What you'll be doing;

• Assist the purchasing manager in the procurement of raw materials, installation materials, equipment, and other business supplies.

• Liaise with suppliers to obtain quotes, negotiate prices, and manage orders.

• Prepare purchase orders, invoices, and other relevant documentation.

• Collaborate with the finance team to ensure timely payments to suppliers.

• Support the implementation of efficient purchasing processes and procedures.

• Provide administrative support to the Purchasing team as needed.

What we're looking for;

• Minimum 2 years of experience in a purchasing role, preferably in the construction industry.

• Strong organizational and time management skills to liaise with suppliers.

• Excellent communication and negotiation skills to liaise with suppliers.

• Proficient in using office productivity software such as Microsoft Office.

• Knowledge of procurement best practices and processes.

• Attention to detail and problem-solving mindset.

• Amenable to work in Malinta, Valenzuela City.