Strategic Procurement Specialist (Hybrid)

Dermorepubliq Corporation; Pasig; Hybrid; PHP 420,000 - 720,000; Full time

Job summary

Dermorepubliq Corporation in the Philippines seeks a Procurement Specialist to drive sourcing, supplier negotiations, and accurate PO creation for skincare manufacturing. You will coordinate importation, manage supplier relationships, and ensure cost-effective procurement in a hybrid setup with coordination across finance, procurement, and operations.

Candidates should have 2–4 years in procurement or sourcing, strong negotiation skills, and familiarity with import processes.

Qualifications

• 2–4 years of experience in procurement, sourcing, or supply chain roles.
• Proven experience in supplier sourcing and negotiation.
• Experience in importation processes is preferred but not required.
• Background in FMCG, manufacturing, or skincare industry is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Identify, evaluate, and source suppliers for raw materials, packaging, and operational requirements.
• Conduct market research and benchmarking to ensure competitive sourcing strategies.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with local and international suppliers.
• Lead supplier negotiations to secure favorable pricing, payment terms, and delivery conditions.
• Analyze supplier quotations and recommend optimal sourcing decisions based on cost, quality, and lead time.
• Support cost-saving initiatives and continuous improvement in procurement spend.
• Categorize purchases (direct vs indirect, local vs import) to support procurement planning and reporting.
• Apply category-based sourcing and negotiation strategies.
• Maintain accurate classification of procurement data for analysis and decision‑making.
• Coordinate importation processes, including supplier coordination, shipment scheduling, and documentation.
• Work with freight forwarders and customs brokers to ensure timely and compliant importation.
• Monitor shipment progress and resolve import-related issues as needed.
• Ensure compliance with applicable import regulations and documentation requirements.
• Create and issue accurate purchase orders based on approved sourcing decisions.
• Ensure completeness and accuracy of PO details, including specifications, pricing, and delivery timelines.
• Track PO status and coordinate with internal stakeholders to ensure timely fulfillment.
• Work closely with the Purchasing Supervisor and Operational Purchasing Specialist to ensure seamless procurement operations.
• Provide sourcing and negotiation support for vendor accreditation handled by the operational purchasing team.
• Maintain organized and audit‑ready procurement documentation.

Skills

Sourcing

Negotiation

Procurement

Spend analysis

Purchase orders

Excel

ERP

Importation

Data analysis

Education

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

Equivalent relevant experience in procurement or sourcing

Tools

ERP systems

Purchase order management

Excel

Job description

Dermorepubliq Corporation in the Philippines seeks a Procurement Specialist to drive sourcing, supplier negotiations, and accurate PO creation for skincare manufacturing. You will coordinate importation, manage supplier relationships, and ensure cost-effective procurement in a hybrid setup with coordination across finance, procurement, and operations.

Candidates should have 2–4 years in procurement or sourcing, strong negotiation skills, and familiarity with import processes.