About the role
ELJIN CORPORATION is seeking a Purchasing/Procurement Staff to join our dynamic retail and consumer products team on a full-time basis in Tarlac City, Tarlac. In this role, you will be instrumental in managing our procurement operations, ensuring the efficient acquisition of products and materials that support our retail operations. You will work to optimize our supply chain, maintain strong vendor relationships, and contribute to the company's operational efficiency and profitability. This is a key position that directly impacts our ability to deliver quality products to our customers whilst maintaining cost-effectiveness.
Key responsibilities
- Source, evaluate and select suppliers based on quality, cost, delivery time and reliability
- Prepare and process purchase orders, ensuring accuracy and compliance with company policies
- Negotiate pricing, terms and conditions with vendors to achieve optimal value for the organisation
- Monitor inventory levels and coordinate with relevant departments to forecast procurement needs
- Track deliveries and reconcile purchase orders with invoices and delivery documentation
- Maintain detailed records of all procurement activities, transactions and vendor performance
- Liaise with internal departments to understand product requirements and specifications
- Identify cost-saving opportunities and process improvements within the procurement function
- Ensure compliance with company procurement procedures and regulatory requirements
- Assist in resolving supplier issues and discrepancies in orders or deliveries
What we're looking for
- Tertiary qualification in business, supply chain management or related field is advantageous
- Proven experience in purchasing, procurement or a related retail/supply chain role
- Strong knowledge of procurement processes, vendor management and inventory control practices
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, and familiarity with procurement or enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems
- Excellent negotiation and communication skills, with the ability to build strong vendor relationships
- Meticulous attention to detail and strong organizational abilities
- Ability to multitask effectively and manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Problem-solving mindset with the capability to identify and implement process improvements
- Knowledge of retail supply chain operations and consumer products sourcing is preferred
- Demonstrated integrity and reliability in handling confidential supplier and pricing information