Sourcing Specialist (Indirect)

PM Consulting; Philippines; On-site; PHP 380,000 - 650,000; Full time

Job summary

PM Consulting in the Philippines is seeking a Sourcing Specialist (Indirect) to manage high-volume, low-to-mid complexity sourcing across corporate categories, ensuring governance and compliance while delivering value.

You will lead end-to-end sourcing events, negotiate contracts, assess third-party risk, and partner with Legal and internal stakeholders to optimize procurement workflows.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in sourcing or procurement in governance-driven environments.
• Experience managing sourcing events, negotiations and contract execution.
• Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills.
• Knowledge of vendor contracts and procurement platforms (SAP Ariba).
• Understanding of third-party risk in regulated industries preferred.
• Strong analytical and financial skills, including advanced Excel.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work independently or in a team.
• Comfort navigating ambiguity with a results-driven mindset.

Responsibilities

• Manage sourcing for lower-spend, high-volume categories (e.g., professional services, HR, marketing, finance, IT).
• Lead the full sourcing lifecycle: intake, competitive events, negotiation, and contract execution.
• Review and negotiate contracts in collaboration with Legal and business stakeholders.
• Coordinate third-party risk assessments, AML checks, and compliance approvals.
• Ensure adherence to governance checkpoints and regulatory requirements.
• Resolve procurement issues and supplier escalations efficiently.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with internal clients.
• Drive process improvement and adoption of standardized procurement workflows and systems.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Negotiation

Analytical skills

Excel proficiency

Independent worker

Ambiguity tolerance

Communication skills

Tools

SAP Ariba

Job description

About the job Sourcing Specialist (Indirect)

A global financial services organization operating a centralized shared services model, delivering insurance, wealth, and asset management solutions with strong governance and operational discipline.

Role Overview

The Sourcing Specialist executes tactical and mid-level sourcing initiatives across Corporate, Business, and Technology categories. Focused on high-volume, low-to-moderate complexity engagements, the role ensures efficient delivery while maintaining governance, risk, and compliance standards. The position partners with internal stakeholders to drive sourcing, contract negotiation, and third-party risk alignment.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage sourcing for lower-spend, high-volume categories (e.g., professional services, HR, marketing, finance, IT).
• Lead the full sourcing lifecycle: intake, competitive events, negotiation, and contract execution.
• Review and negotiate contracts in collaboration with Legal and business stakeholders.
• Coordinate third-party risk assessments, AML checks, and compliance approvals.
• Ensure adherence to governance checkpoints and regulatory requirements.
• Resolve procurement issues and supplier escalations efficiently.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with internal clients.
• Drive process improvement and adoption of standardized procurement workflows and systems.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in sourcing or procurement within a governance-driven environment.
• Experience managing sourcing events, negotiations, and contract execution.
• Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills.
• Knowledge of vendor contracts and procurement platforms (e.g., SAP Ariba).
• Understanding of third-party risk in regulated industries preferred.
• Strong analytical and financial skills, including advanced Excel.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work independently or within a team.
• Comfortable navigating ambiguity with a results-driven mindset.