Purchasing Associate

ASCEND BUILDING SOLUTIONS INC.; Las Piñas; On-site; PHP 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Job summary

ASCEND BUILDING SOLUTIONS INC. seeks a Purchasing Associate to support procurement by verifying requests, sourcing suppliers, processing PO's, and coordinating delivery requirements to ensure timely and cost-effective projects.

The role emphasizes supplier negotiations, canvassing for quotations, and handling payments and documentation while maintaining accuracy and deadlines across multiple projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business or related field.
• At least 1 year of experience in Procurement.
• Knowledge of procurement processes and supplier management.
• Knowledge of construction materials, office supplies, and equipment specifications.
• Proficient in spreadsheets and office productivity applications.
• Strong attention to detail, organizational, and negotiation skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Review purchase requests for completeness of specs, quantities, and alignment with requirements.
• Coordinate clarification of incomplete or inaccurate requests with requesting departments.
• Conduct supplier canvassing, obtain quotations, and negotiate pricing and terms.
• Prepare canvass summaries, supporting documents, and purchase orders.
• Prepare and process supplier payment requests and banking details.
• Provide proof of payment to suppliers to facilitate order release.
• Monitor supplier order readiness and fulfillment status.
• Coordinate pick-up, delivery schedules, and site delivery requirements.

Skills

Procurement processes

Supplier management

Negotiation

Attention to detail

Multi-tasking

Spreadsheets

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Business

Tools

Office productivity apps

Job description

The Purchasing Associate is responsible for supporting the procurement process by verifying purchase requests, sourcing suppliers, processing purchase orders, facilitating supplier payments, and coordinating delivery requirements. This position helps ensure that materials and supplies are acquired at competitive terms and delivered on time to support uninterrupted business operations.

• Review purchase requests for completeness of specifications, quantities, dimensions, supporting details, and alignment with operational or project requirements

• Coordinate clarification of incomplete or inaccurate purchase requests with requesting departments

• Conduct supplier canvassing, obtain quotations, and negotiate pricing, payment terms, and procurement conditions

• Prepare canvass summaries, supporting documents, and purchase orders for approved procurements

• Prepare and process supplier payment requests, supporting documents, banking details, and payment information

• Provide proof of payment to suppliers to facilitate order release and fulfillment

• Monitor supplier order readiness and fulfillment status

• Coordinate pick-up, delivery schedules, and site delivery requirements with suppliers and internal teams
  

Job Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business or any related course

• At least 1 year of experience in Procurement

• Knowledge of procurement processes and supplier management

• Knowledge of construction materials, office supplies, and equipment specifications

• Proficient in spreadsheets and office productivity applications

• Strong attention to detail, organizational, and negotiation skills

• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet tight deadlines