Purchasing Specialist

Manila Bambi Foods Co.; Laguna; On-site; PHP 279,000 - 390,600; Full time

Job summary

A leading food company in the Philippines is seeking a Procurement Specialist to manage vendor relationships and oversee purchasing processes. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in Business or Supply Chain Management and 1-3 years of experience in procurement. Strong communication, negotiating, and problem-solving skills are essential. The role may require occasional travel for meetings or trade shows.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of purchasing or procurement experience.
• Strong work ethic and attention to detail.
• Proactive approach and ability to work under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Conduct market research to identify potential suppliers.
• Negotiate contracts and pricing with vendors.
• Manage inventory levels and procurement processes.
• Maintain accurate purchasing records and documentation.
• Collaborate with other departments to forecast needs.
• Evaluate supplier performance and quality assurance.

Skills

Excellent communication

Negotiating

Inventory management

Vendor management

Marketing research

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, or a related field

Job description

Responsibilities

• Conduct market research to identify potential suppliers.
• Negotiate contracts and pricing with vendors.
• Manage inventory levels and procurement processes.
• Maintain accurate purchasing records and documentation.
• Collaborate with other departments to forecast needs.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and procedures.
• Evaluate supplier performance and quality assurance.

Qualifications

• Educational Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
• Experience Level: 1-3 years of purchasing or procurement experience.
• Skills and Competencies: Excellent communication, negotiating, inventory, and vendor management skills; proficiency in marketing research; strong problem‑solving abilities.
• Responsibilities and Duties: Oversee purchasing processes, manage vendor relationships, analyze market trends, and maintain inventory levels.
• Working Conditions: Office environment with occasional travel for vendor meetings or trade shows.
• Qualities and Traits: Strong work ethic, attention to detail, proactive approach, and ability to work under pressure.