Strategic Procurement Leader - Food & Non-Food Sourcing

Educar Shared Services Inc.; Parañaque; On-site; PHP 1,800,000 - 3,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Educar Shared Services Inc. in the Philippines is seeking a Senior Procurement Manager to lead Food and Non-Food Procurement, shaping strategies, managing supplier relationships, and ensuring timely, cost-effective, and compliant acquisitions.

You will oversee requisitions, POs, and approvals, monitor cycle times, drive savings, and build a high-performing team while aligning procurement with business goals and regulatory requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in a related field.
• 15+ years in procurement or supply chain.
• 5+ years in managerial/senior leadership role in procurement.
• Strong negotiation, financial analysis, budgeting, and reporting skills.
• Certifications in CSCP or related programs are advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the overall Food and Non-Food Procurement functions.
• Develop and implement procurement and strategic sourcing strategies aligned with business objectives.
• Ensure the timely, cost-effective, and compliant procurement of goods and services.
• Oversee purchase requisitions, purchase orders, and procurement approval processes.
• Monitor procurement cycle times and identify opportunities to improve fulfillment efficiency.
• Lead supplier sourcing, evaluation, accreditation, negotiation, and onboarding activities.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with strategic and key suppliers.
• Conduct supplier performance reviews and monitor compliance with KPIs.

Skills

Strategic sourcing

Supplier management

Contract negotiation

Budgeting

Procurement operations

Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain Management

Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration

Job description

Educar Shared Services Inc. in the Philippines is seeking a Senior Procurement Manager to lead Food and Non-Food Procurement, shaping strategies, managing supplier relationships, and ensuring timely, cost-effective, and compliant acquisitions.

You will oversee requisitions, POs, and approvals, monitor cycle times, drive savings, and build a high-performing team while aligning procurement with business goals and regulatory requirements.