Purchasing Supervisor (Construction Company)

John Clements Consultants, Inc.; Davao City; On-site; PHP 558,000 - 893,000; Full time

Job summary

John Clements Consultants, Inc. is seeking an experienced Purchasing Supervisor to lead procurement operations and ensure timely, cost-effective sourcing of materials and services for construction projects.

You will oversee supplier management, inventory coordination, and procurement processes while supporting operational efficiency. The ideal candidate holds a bachelor's degree in a related field and at least 5 years of Purchasing or Procurement experience, with strong negotiation and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
• At least 5 years of experience in Purchasing or Procurement, preferably in construction.
• Strong knowledge of construction materials, equipment, and supplier networks.
• Excellent negotiation, leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and deadline-driven environment.
• Knowledge of procurement best practices and industry regulations.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise daily purchasing operations and procurement activities
• Source, evaluate, and negotiate with suppliers to secure competitive pricing and favorable terms
• Prepare cost comparison analyses, local costing, and foreign costing reports
• Process supplier accreditation, purchase orders, invoices, and payment-related transactions
• Coordinate with brokers and forwarders for import and logistics requirements
• Monitor supplier price lists and manage product returns when necessary
• Evaluate supplier performance based on quality, delivery, pricing, and compliance
• Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers and vendors
• Oversee purchase orders and ensure timely delivery of materials and services
• Coordinate with operations and inventory teams to maintain optimal stock levels

Skills

Negotiation

Leadership

Communication

Stakeholder mgmt

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Procurement best practices

Education

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

Tools

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Job description

About the role

We are looking for an experienced Purchasing Supervisor to lead procurement operations and ensure timely, cost-effective sourcing of materials, equipment, and services. The successful candidate will oversee purchasing activities, supplier management, inventory coordination, and procurement processes while supporting business objectives and operational efficiency.

Key responsibilities

• Lead and supervise daily purchasing operations and procurement activities

• Source, evaluate, and negotiate with suppliers to secure competitive pricing and favorable terms

• Prepare cost comparison analyses, local costing, and foreign costing reports

• Process supplier accreditation, purchase orders, invoices, and payment-related transactions

• Coordinate with brokers and forwarders for import and logistics requirements

• Monitor supplier price lists and manage product returns when necessary

• Evaluate supplier performance based on quality, delivery, pricing, and compliance

• Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers and vendors

• Oversee purchase orders and ensure timely delivery of materials and services

• Coordinate with operations and inventory teams to maintain optimal stock levels

About you

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

• At least 5 years of experience in Purchasing or Procurement, preferably in the construction industry

• Strong knowledge of construction materials, equipment, and supplier networks

• Excellent negotiation, leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities

• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and deadline-driven environment

• Knowledge of procurement best practices and industry regulations

• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, Word, and PowerPoint