Purchasing Team Lead — Drive Cost Savings

PrimeWater Infrastructure Corporation; Taguig; On-site; PHP 350,000 - 480,000; Full time

Job summary

PrimeWater Infrastructure Corporation is seeking a Procurement Lead in Metro Manila to supervise the purchasing team and drive efficient procurement operations. The role requires 2-5 years of procurement experience and strong Excel/negotiation skills, with SAP knowledge as an advantage.

Based in Taguig and/or Manila, the candidate will oversee supplier relations and ensure timely, cost-effective purchasing.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Logistics, or related field.
• 2-5 years of relevant procurement or purchasing experience; supervisory/lead role preferred.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel.
• Strong negotiation, analytical, and data-analysis skills.
• Detail-oriented with excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Knowledge of SAP is an advantage.
• Willing to be assigned in Taguig and/or Manila.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise the purchasing team in handling day-to-day procurement activities.
• Source and evaluate suppliers to ensure quality and cost-effective procurement.
• Negotiate prices, terms, and agreements with vendors.
• Manage supplier relationships and monitor vendor performance.
• Prepare, review, and process purchase orders accurately and on time.
• Monitor deliveries to ensure timely receipt of purchased items.
• Track and monitor inventory levels to support operational requirements.
• Coordinate with internal departments to ensure procurement needs are met efficiently.
• Review purchasing requests and ensure compliance with company policies and procedures.
• Monitor procurement schedules and follow up on pending orders and deliveries.
• Identify opportunities for cost savings and improved purchasing processes.
• Prepare purchasing reports and maintain accurate procurement records.
• Address supplier concerns and purchasing issues in a timely and professional manner.

Skills

Excel

Negotiation

Data analysis

Communication

Problem solving

Team leadership

Detail-oriented

Time management

SAP

Location flexibility

Education

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

Tools

SAP

Job description

PrimeWater Infrastructure Corporation is seeking a Procurement Lead in Metro Manila to supervise the purchasing team and drive efficient procurement operations. The role requires 2-5 years of procurement experience and strong Excel/negotiation skills, with SAP knowledge as an advantage.

Based in Taguig and/or Manila, the candidate will oversee supplier relations and ensure timely, cost-effective purchasing.