Purchasing Manager

Monroe Consulting Group; Philippines; On-site; PHP 900,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Monroe Executive Philippines is assisting a Philippine-based diversified company in its search for a Purchasing Manager who will lead the sourcing and procurement of raw materials, chemicals, supplies, and services. The role oversees supplier relationships, negotiates commercial terms, and drives cost efficiency across the business.

The position is onsite in BGC, Taguig, requiring coordination with multiple departments to ensure timely availability of materials and alignment with production

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Engineering or related field.
• 5–8 years of progressive experience in Purchasing/Procurement, with supervisory exposure.
• Experience in manufacturing/chemical/industrial raw materials or related industries preferred.
• Strong negotiation, supplier management, and cost-optimization skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end purchasing and procurement from sourcing to purchase orders and delivery.
• Build and maintain relationships with local and international suppliers.
• Negotiate pricing, payment terms, contracts, lead times, and delivery conditions.
• Monitor market trends, supplier pricing, and material availability to support procurement decisions.
• Coordinate with Planning, Warehouse, Production, and Finance to ensure material availability and inventory alignment.
• Evaluate supplier quotations and total cost to identify savings opportunities.
• Develop procurement policies, procedures, and controls.
• Lead and develop the purchasing team and prepare procurement updates for management.

Skills

Supplier management

Negotiation

Sourcing

Procurement

Cost reduction

Stakeholder management

Excel

ERP systems

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business/SCM/Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Excel

SAP

Job description

Monroe Executive Philippines is recruiting on behalf of a Philippine-based diversified company engaged in manufacturing, industrial chemical supply, logistics, warehousing, and supply chain solutions, serving a wide range of industrial and consumer sectors.

Our client is seeking an experienced Purchasing Manager to lead the sourcing and procurement of raw materials, chemicals, supplies, and services.

This is an onsite position based in BGC, Taguig, offering an opportunity to join a diversified organization with a broad and growing business operation.

Job Summary

We are assisting a chemical manufacturing and industrial raw materials company in the search for a Purchasing Manager who will lead the sourcing and procurement of raw materials, chemicals, supplies, and services. The role will oversee supplier relationships, negotiate competitive commercial terms, ensure supply continuity, and drive cost efficiency across the business.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the end-to-end purchasing and procurement process, from sourcing and supplier selection to purchase order and delivery.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with local and international suppliers.
• Lead the sourcing and purchasing of raw materials, chemicals, industrial supplies, and other business requirements.
• Negotiate pricing, payment terms, contracts, lead times, and delivery conditions with suppliers.
• Monitor market trends, supplier pricing, and material availability to support competitive purchasing decisions.
• Work closely with Planning, Warehouse, Production, Finance, and other departments to ensure timely availability of materials.
• Manage supplier accreditation, evaluation, performance monitoring, and relationship management.
• Ensure purchasing activities are aligned with inventory requirements, production schedules, and supply plans.
• Evaluate supplier quotations and total cost to identify cost-saving and efficiency opportunities.
• Monitor purchase orders, deliveries, lead times, and outstanding requirements to ensure supply continuity.
• Handle and resolve supplier issues related to pricing, quality, delivery, and service.
• Establish and improve procurement policies, procedures, and controls.
• Lead and develop the purchasing/procurement team and ensure effective execution of purchasing activities.
• Prepare purchasing reports, supplier analyses, and procurement updates for management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, or a related field.
• At least 5-8 years of progressive experience in Purchasing/Procurement, preferably with managerial or supervisory experience.
• Experience in manufacturing, chemical, industrial raw materials, FMCG, food manufacturing, or related industries is highly preferred.
• Strong experience in raw material sourcing, supplier management, negotiation, and purchase planning.
• Experience handling local and/or international suppliers and imported materials is an advantage.
• Strong understanding of procurement processes, inventory requirements, lead times, and supply planning.
• Proven ability to negotiate pricing, payment terms, contracts, and delivery conditions.
• Strong analytical and commercial skills, with the ability to evaluate supplier pricing, total cost, and purchasing trends.
• Experience in supplier accreditation, performance evaluation, and vendor relationship management.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and procurement/ERP systems; SAP experience is an advantage.
• Strong communication, negotiation, problem-solving, and stakeholder management skills.
• Highly organized and capable of managing multiple suppliers, materials, and purchasing requirements simultaneously.