PURCHASING OFFICER

Onward Worldwide Management & Consultancy; Philippines; On-site; PHP 279,000 - 446,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training and Development Programs

Unlimited Career advancement

Health Care Plan (HMO) with Dental and

Vision upon regularization

Group Life and Accident Insurance upon

Sick and Vacation Leave upon regulariz

Bereavement Leave of 3 days

13th Month Pay

Government Mandated Benefits (SSS, PHI

Job summary

Onward Worldwide Management & Consultancy, Philippines, is seeking a dependable Purchasing Officer to source, negotiate, and obtain IT materials, engineering-related items, and related supplies. The role collaborates with Property, Project Management, IT, and Finance to ensure cost-effective procurements that meet technical standards and project timelines.

Required: a Bachelor's degree in a related field and 1–2 years in purchasing; familiarity with procurement processes, and strong negotiation

Qualifications

• Experience in purchasing and supplier management.
• Familiar with technical specifications and procurement guidelines.
• Ability to coordinate with multiple departments and stakeholders.
• Proficient in data handling and cost analysis.

Responsibilities

• Identify and qualify reliable suppliers and canvass sheets.
• Ensure supplier compliance with required legal documents (e.g., permits).
• Process PRFs with complete specs and data sheets.
• Benchmark prices and analyze costs to optimize procurement expenses.
• Negotiate with suppliers for best value while preserving quality.
• Track savings versus budget for each procurement.
• Coordinate with Finance, Property, Project Management, IT for processing.
• Ensure on-time delivery according to schedules.
• Maintain records and documentation for transparency and reporting.

Skills

Negotiation

Communication

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Physical stamina

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

Google Sheets

Job description

About the role

We are looking for a dependable and proactive Purchasing Officer who will be in charge of sourcing, negotiating, and obtaining IT materials, engineering-related items, and other related supplies for the organization. This function is responsible for ensuring that all procurements are cost-effective, high-quality, and adhere to the technical requirements and operational standards. The ideal candidate will work closely with the Property Team, Project Management Team, IT, and Finance to ensure that procurement processes are timely, accurate, and efficient for the company's projects and operations.

Key responsibilities

• Identify and qualify reliable suppliers and prepare canvass sheets


• Ensure supplier compliance with required legal and business documentation (e.g., BIR 2307, permits)


• Process and review Purchase Requisition Forms (PRFs) with complete specifications, drawings and data sheets


• Perform price benchmarking and cost analysis to optimize procurement costs


• Negotiate with suppliers for the best value while maintaining quality standards


• Track savings versus budget for each procurement


• Coordinate across departments (Finance, Property, Project Management, IT) for smooth and accurate processing


• Ensure that suppliers meet agreed delivery schedules


• Update procurement tracking systems and communicate delivery status with Finance Team


• Maintain complete records and documentation of all procurement activities for transparency and reporting

About you

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, or a related technical field


• Minimum of 1–2 years of experience in purchasing, preferably involving technical items (e.g., construction, fabrication, electrical, mechanical, or IT equipment)


• Familiarity with procurement processes and ethical procurement guidelines


• Strong understanding of technical specifications and materials


• Proficient in Google Sheets


• Strong negotiation and communication skills


• Analytical and problem-solving abilities


• Attention to detail and organizational skills


• Physical stamina to stand for long periods, handle repetitive tasks, and carry purchased items

Benefits

• Training and Development Programs


• Unlimited Career advancement opportunities


• Health Care Plan (HMO) with Dental and Vision upon regularization


• Group Life and Accident Insurance upon regularization


• Sick and Vacation Leave upon regularization


• Bereavement Leave of 3 days upon regularization


• 13th Month Pay as mandated by the Philippine Government


• Government Mandated Benefits (SSS, PHIC and Pag-ibig)