Purchasing & Supply Chain Manager

VONOTEC, INC.; Philippines; On-site; PHP 900,000 - 2,100,000; Full time

Job summary

VONOTEC, INC. is seeking a senior Purchasing Leader in the Philippines to head the department, develop procurement plans, and coordinate with Finance to optimize cash flow. You will manage supplier sourcing, negotiations, and performance while ensuring timely import and local material procurement.

The ideal candidate has 7+ years in procurement, 3+ years in a supervisory role, and strong Excel/ERP skills. Construction/engineering experience is highly preferred; leadership and analytical

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in supply chain, engineering, business or related field.
• 7+ years of experience in procurement, supply chain or materials management.
• At least 3 years in a supervisory or managerial role.
• Experience in construction, engineering, industrial equipment, MEP, façade, elevator, or infrastructure industries is highly preferred.
• Strong negotiation and supplier management skills.
• Excellent planning and analytical abilities.
• Experience using ERP or procurement software.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Purchasing Department and supervise the Purchasing Officer.
• Develop procurement plans based on project schedules and operational requirements.
• Manage supplier sourcing, evaluation, negotiations, and performance.
• Ensure timely procurement of imported and local materials.
• Coordinate purchasing activities with Finance to optimize cash flow.
• Monitor inventory levels and reduce excess stock while preventing delays.
• Improve procurement processes, controls, and reporting.
• Negotiate favorable commercial terms with suppliers.
• Coordinate logistics, warehousing and delivery schedules.
• Prepare procurement forecasts and purchasing budgets.
• Develop procurement KPIs and monthly management reports.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives across the supply chain.

Skills

Procurement

Negotiation

Supplier management

Leadership

Excel

ERP

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain Management / Industrial Engineering / Business Administration / Engineering

Tools

ERP system

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the Purchasing Department and supervise the Purchasing Officer.

• Develop procurement plans based on project schedules and operational requirements.

• Manage supplier sourcing, evaluation, negotiations, and performance.

• Ensure timely procurement of imported and local materials.

• Coordinate purchasing activities with Finance to optimize cash flow.

• Monitor inventory levels and reduce excess stock while preventing project delays.

• Improve procurement processes, controls, and reporting.

• Negotiate favorable commercial terms with suppliers.

• Coordinate logistics, warehousing, and delivery schedules.

• Prepare procurement forecasts and purchasing budgets.

• Develop procurement KPIs and monthly management reports.

• Support continuous improvement initiatives across the supply chain.

Qualifications

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

• Minimum 7 years of experience in procurement, supply chain, or materials management.

• At least 3 years in a supervisory or managerial role.

• Experience in construction, engineering, industrial equipment, MEP, façade, elevator, or infrastructure industries is highly preferred.

• Strong negotiation and supplier management skills.

• Excellent planning and analytical abilities.

• Experience using ERP or procurement software.

• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.

• Strong leadership and communication skills.