PURCHASING MANAGER - 5 YRS EXPERIENCE

Dempsey Resource Management Inc.; San Pedro; On-site; PHP 900,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Dempsey Resource Management Inc. in the Philippines seeks an experienced Purchasing Manager to lead strategic sourcing, supplier management, and procurement planning in a fast-paced food manufacturing environment.

You will negotiate contracts, ensure on-time delivery, manage supplier databases, and drive continuous improvement across purchasing systems while upholding compliance and quality standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field.
• 5+ years in Purchasing Management, Procurement, or Supply Chain Operations.
• Experience in strategic sourcing, supplier management, and contract negotiation is preferred.
• Knowledge of procurement processes, inventory control, and best practices.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement effective purchasing strategies aligned with organizational requirements and objectives.
• Negotiate contracts, pricing, terms, and agreements with suppliers to optimize costs and value.
• Ensure timely delivery, quality, and availability of procured materials and services.
• Maintain supplier databases, purchase records, contracts, and procurement documentation.
• Implement strategic sourcing with local and international suppliers.
• Ensure compliance with policies, procedures, quality standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Continuously review and improve purchasing systems, processes, and workflows.
• Lead, coach, and train new employees on purchasing procedures and systems.
• Conduct supplier visits, vendor assessments, and fieldwork as required.
• Build strong supplier relationships to ensure reliability and continuous improvement.
• Monitor supplier performance including delivery reliability and quality.

Skills

ERP systems (SAGE, SAP)

Inventory management

Supplier relationship management

Negotiation

Data analysis & reporting

Procurement planning

Attention to detail

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management / Logistics / Business Administration / Purchasing Management

Tools

SAGE

SAP

Job description

Job Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, Purchasing Management, or a related field.
• At least 5 years of proven experience in Purchasing Management, Procurement, or Supply Chain Operations.
• Experience in strategic sourcing, supplier management, contract negotiation, and procurement planning is highly preferred.
• Knowledge of procurement processes, inventory control, and supply chain best practices.
• Experience in a food manufacturing or FMCG industry is an advantage.

SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES

• Experience in using SAGE, SAP, or other accounting/ERP systems.
• Strong knowledge of inventory management, warehouse operations, and supply chain management.
• Detail-oriented with excellent organizational, time management, and multitasking skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Proficient in data analysis, reporting, and inventory monitoring tools.
• Knowledge of food manufacturing regulations, quality standards, and compliance requirements.
• Strong negotiation, communication, and supplier relationship management skills.
• Demonstrates a strong sense of ownership, analytical thinking, integrity, and accountability.
• Highly organized, adaptable, and capable of meeting deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Honest, dependable, hardworking, and results-oriented.
• Willing to conduct fieldwork, including supplier visits, warehouse inspections, and other work-related site activities as required.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop and implement effective purchasing strategies aligned with organizational requirements and business objectives.
• Negotiate contracts, pricing, payment terms, and agreements with suppliers to achieve cost efficiency and value optimization.
• Ensure the timely delivery, quality, and availability of procured materials, goods, and services.
• Manage and maintain supplier databases, purchase records, contracts, and other procurement-related documentation.
• Implement strategic sourcing initiatives, including the evaluation and development of local and international suppliers.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, procurement procedures, quality standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Continuously review and improve purchasing systems, processes, and workflows to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
• Lead, coach, and train new employees on purchasing procedures, policies, and the use of procurement systems.
• Conduct supplier visits, vendor assessments, and fieldwork as required.
• Build and maintain strong supplier relationships to ensure reliable supply and continuous improvement.
• Monitor supplier performance, including delivery reliability, quality compliance, and service levels.
• Perform other related tasks and responsibilities as assigned by management.
• Increase the number of accredited suppliers for raw materials, packaging materials, and non-COGS items to ensure supply continuity and competitiveness.
• Expand the pool of accredited salted fish suppliers from one (1) to five (5) to support the requirements of the MRD Team for fish sauce and bagoong production.
• Ensure on-time delivery and fulfillment of AFA, MRD, and MSL requirements to support uninterrupted production operations.
• Develop and accredit at least two (2) qualified buyers/suppliers of fish oil and fish meal from the current baseline of zero (0) to improve sourcing options and supply reliability.