Purchasing Assistant – Retail & Distribution (Onsite)

PM Consulting; Manila; On-site; PHP 201,000 - 335,000; Full time

Job summary

PM Consulting is seeking a Purchasing Assistant to support the Purchasing Manager in inventory management, procurement admin, and supplier coordination. The role focuses on maintaining stock levels, optimizing purchasing resources, and assisting with promotional activities and process improvements.

The position is onsite in Paco, Manila, with a Monday–Friday schedule (8am–6pm) and full onsite setup. Ideal for candidates with 2–3 years in purchasing and strong Excel skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in SCM, BA, logistics, or related field.
• 2–3 years of purchasing, procurement, inventory experience.
• Retail, distribution, or related industries preferred.
• Knowledge of inventory replenishment and purchasing procedures.
• Able to monitor inventory, analyze trends, identify cost savings.
• Proficient in Excel and purchasing/inventory systems.
• Strong communication, coordination, and organizational skills.
• Detail-oriented, dependable, able to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Maintain optimal inventory levels and monitor reorder points.
• Coordinate with suppliers and internal teams to meet service targets.
• Support budgeting and cost optimization decisions for SKUs.
• Monitor supplier balances and coordinate timely settlements.
• Prepare purchasing documents and reports for accounting.
• Support promotional activities and purchasing initiatives.
• Provide admin support to buyers and respond to requests promptly.

Skills

Vendor coordination

Communication

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Multitasking

Attention to detail

Microsoft Excel

Inventory management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Logistics, or related field

Tools

Excel

Purchasing/inventory systems

Job description

PM Consulting is seeking a Purchasing Assistant to support the Purchasing Manager in inventory management, procurement admin, and supplier coordination. The role focuses on maintaining stock levels, optimizing purchasing resources, and assisting with promotional activities and process improvements.

The position is onsite in Paco, Manila, with a Monday–Friday schedule (8am–6pm) and full onsite setup. Ideal for candidates with 2–3 years in purchasing and strong Excel skills.