Strategic Procurement Lead - Shared Services

Children International, Inc.; Quezon City; On-site; PHP 670,000 - 1,116,000; Full time

Job summary

Children International, Inc. in Manila leads procurement activities through a project-based Purchasing Coordinator role, reporting to the Manager - Purchasing and Administration. The position supports procurement planning, sourcing, contract administration, and supplier management across CII and CI-Philippines.

It also supervises staff and champions process improvements. The role emphasizes collaboration, compliance, and stakeholder engagement, with travel within the Philippines required and a

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business administration, Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Procurement, or related field.
• At least six (6) years of experience in procurement, sourcing, contract administration, purchasing, or supplier management.
• At least two (2) years of experience supervising staff or coordinating the work of others.
• Certifications in procurement, supply chain, logistics, or contract management are an advantage.
• Experience in procurement planning, sourcing, supplier evaluation, contract administration, and vendor management.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Excellent stakeholder management and relationship-building abilities.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English and Filipino.

Responsibilities

• Procurement planning and coordination across the organization.
• Sourcing, supplier identification, bidding, and evaluations.
• Contract administration, renewal, and closeout activities.
• Monitor supplier compliance and maintain contract trackers.
• Prepare procurement, supplier performance and operational reports.
• Supervise purchasing staff and promote process improvements.
• Collaborate with cross-functional and regional teams.

Skills

Analytical skills

Stakeholder management

Leadership and team development

Problem solving

Excel proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in business administration

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain/Logistics/Procurement

Professional procurement certifications

Tools

Excel

Dynamics 365

ERP systems

Job description

Children International, Inc. in Manila leads procurement activities through a project-based Purchasing Coordinator role, reporting to the Manager - Purchasing and Administration. The position supports procurement planning, sourcing, contract administration, and supplier management across CII and CI-Philippines.

It also supervises staff and champions process improvements. The role emphasizes collaboration, compliance, and stakeholder engagement, with travel within the Philippines required and a