Sourcing Specialist

Metso; Cebu City; On-site; PHP 1,000,000 - 1,400,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Medical benefits

Paid time off & leave enhancements

Global mobility opportunities

Job summary

Metso seeks a highly capable Sourcing Specialist to join our APA Strategic Sourcing team. The role reports to the Senior Manager, Sourcing, BA SVS, APA, and focuses on supplier qualification, contract administration, and onboarding on Metso's e-Procurement Portal.

You will drive supplier performance, develop SRM programs, and collaborate with internal stakeholders to implement strategic sourcing initiatives, while maintaining high integrity and compliance.

Qualifications

• Ten-plus years of experience in sourcing heavy-fabricated and machined parts, castings, and forgings.
• Tertiary qualification in Mechanical Engineering, Supply chain / Contract / Project management.
• Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and associated manufacturing processes.
• Experience in Spend Analysis and Category Management.
• Experienced in managing a global vendor base.
• Brief knowledge of quality documentation such as MDR, ITP and NCR
• Experienced in negotiating commercial terms and conditions.
• Intermediate-Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables and lookups)
• Ability to work autonomously and collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders.
• Thrive in a fast-paced environment, positively contributing to the organisation's culture.
• Ability to articulate, engage and analyse situations, seeking practical solutions for a positive outcome.

Responsibilities

• Lead the strategic selection, qualification, and development of new suppliers.
• Administer Non-Disclosure Agreement, Terms and Conditions and Code of Conduct.
• Onboard the vendors on Metso’s e-Procurement Portal.
• Responsible for maximising overall supplier performance across a consolidated, competent, and reliable vendor base to meet Metso's business objectives.
• Develop and lead a structured supplier relationship management program for critical suppliers to drive performance and manage supply chain risk.
• Closely monitor suppliers on arrival on time in conjunction with the operational procurement manager to ensure healthy levels of operational procurement performance are achieved.
• Develop short-term and long-term supply agreements and contracts.
• Lead cost reduction initiatives by building an ambitious savings pipeline and realise the savings to accomplish the agreed savings targets.
• Collaboratively with internal stakeholders to develop strategic category plans and implement strategic sourcing initiatives.
• Support and guide the Tactical Sourcing team with supplier selection and RFQ.
• Support the continuous improvement of sourcing processes and procedures, ensuring best procurement practices and policies according to the Metso code of conduct.

Skills

Strategic sourcing

Supplier management

Negotiation

Global vendor base

Spend analysis

Stakeholder collaboration

Interpret engineering drawings

Excel (pivot tables & lookups)

Autonomy & collaboration

Problem solving in fast-paced env

Communication skills

Quality documentation awareness

Education

Mechanical Engineering degree

Supply chain / Contract / Project management

Tools

SAP

Power BI

Jagger Pool 4 Tool

Sievo

Excel

Job description

Our world depends on rocks, minerals, metals and other raw materials – the building blocks of modern society. As an industry leader, Metso helps transform these essential materials to enable sustainable modern life. Our solutions and services support everything from renewable energy and electrification to the infrastructure and digital economy shaping our future. Together, we help our customers meet growing demand while driving the industry toward a more sustainable use of the earth’s natural resources. Join nearly 18,000 Metsonites worldwide, each bringing unique expertise and experience to positive change. At Metso, you’re supported by a growth culture built on safety, wellbeing, inclusion and collaboration. This is your opportunity to make an impact and rise above the possible.

Job posting end date: 10/14/2026

Who we are?

Metso is a front runner in sustainable technologies, end-to-end solutions and services for the aggregates, minerals processing and metals refining industries globally. We improve our customers’ energy and water efficiency, increase their productivity, and reduce environmental risks with our product and process expertise. Our Global Organisation strides on positive change to our World by offering sustainable solutions for their Mining equipment. Our people are highly motivated, self-automated and driven.

Our culture

Our values of high ambition always, customer in centre, getting it done together and being open and honest guide our everyday decisions and way of working. They are the guiding principles we expect everyone to act accordingly, and we believe that by living our values we will build a common, thriving culture.

Introduction to the Role

We seek a highly motivated Sourcing professional to join our Services Asia Pacific and Australia (APA) Strategic Sourcing team. The position reports to the Senior Manager, Sourcing, BA SVS, APA.

As our Sourcing Specialist, you will:

• Lead the strategic selection, qualification, and development of new suppliers.
• Administer Non-Disclosure Agreement, Terms and Conditions and Code of Conduct.
• Onboard the vendors on Metso’s e-Procurement Portal.
• Responsible for maximising overall supplier performance across a consolidated, competent, and reliable vendor base to meet Metso's business objectives.
• Develop and lead a structured supplier relationship management program for critical suppliers to drive performance and manage supply chain risk.
• Closely monitor suppliers on arrival on time in conjunction with the operational procurement manager to ensure healthy levels of operational procurement performance are achieved.
• Develop short-term and long-term supply agreements and contracts.
• Lead cost reduction initiatives by building an ambitious savings pipeline and realise the savings to accomplish the agreed savings targets.
• Collaboratively with internal stakeholders to develop strategic category plans and implement strategic sourcing initiatives.
• Support and guide the Tactical Sourcing team with supplier selection and RFQ.
• Support the continuous improvement of sourcing processes and procedures, ensuring best procurement practices and policies according to the Metso code of conduct.

Essential Skills And Experience

• Ten-plus years of experience in sourcing heavy-fabricated and machined parts, castings, and forgings.
• Tertiary qualification in Mechanical Engineering, Supply chain / Contract / Project management.
• Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and associated manufacturing processes.
• Experience in Spend Analysis and Category Management.
• Experienced in managing a global vendor base.
• Brief knowledge of quality documentation such as MDR, ITP and NCR
• Experienced in negotiating commercial terms and conditions.
• Intermediate-Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables and lookups)
• Ability to work autonomously and collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders.
• Thrive in a fast-paced environment, positively contributing to the organisation's culture.
• Ability to articulate, engage and analyse situations, seeking practical solutions for a positive outcome.

Desirable

• Experience in SAP, Power BI, Jagger Pool 4 Tool and Sievo

Please note pre-employment medical and DAS forms part of our onboarding processes.

We understand that some highly capable candidates might hesitate to apply for a role unless they meet every listed qualification. If you're excited about this role, we encourage you to apply even if you don't meet all the requirements. You may be the right candidate for the role.

What's In It For You

• Extensive learning opportunities - ongoing growth dialogues, internal mobility, mentoring programs, education assistance, ambitious projects, and global opportunities.
• Wellbeing and safety - benefit from occupational healthcare, generous benefits plan, healthy living rewards, mental well-being services and engagement surveys.
• Annual bonus - global incentive programs tied to business and performance targets.
• Worldwide support - leverage our network of peers across the world, offering valuable assistance. We get things done together, through open and honest communication.
• A thriving culture – we are committed to developing an inclusive culture that enables everyone to do their best and reach their full potential. A culture that is courageous, compelling, and caring, and unites our people to build a sustainable future together.
• A work environment where safety is always the number one priority – both your physical and mental health is our priority
• A competitive base salary reflective of your skills and experience with annual incentive program
• Additional Annual Leave benefit - your health and wellbeing is a priority, increase your leave entitlement with every year you work at Metso.
• Gender neutral parental leave - 18 weeks paid in full
• Paid Volunteer Leave so you can give back to the local community or an organisation of your choice
• Comprehensive medical benefits including discounted private health insurance for employees and immediate family
• Novated lease - this benefit allows you to save on a new car and potentially enjoy significant tax savings
• Various leisure benefits including discounted car rental and accommodation for leisure travel around the world.

Get in touch

Metso is committed to pay equity and transparent reward practices globally. Compensation information is shared in line with local legislation and applicable recruitment practices.

Metso is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workforce culture. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, nationality, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, status as a protected veteran or status as a qualified individual with a disability.

Metso is a frontrunner in sustainable technologies, end-to-end solutions and services for the aggregates, minerals processing and metals refining industries globally. We improve our customers’ energy and water efficiency, increase their productivity, and reduce environmental risks with our product and service expertise. We are the partner for positive change.

Metso is headquartered in Espoo, Finland. At the end of 2025 Metso had close to 18,000 employees in around 50 countries, and sales in 2025 were about EUR 5.3 billion. Metso is listed on the Nasdaq Helsinki.

metso.com