Strategic Sourcing and Procurement Operations Sr. Specialist (Fixed Term)

AboitizPower; Pasig; On-site; PHP 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

AboitizPower is seeking a Strategic Sourcing and Procurement Operations Sr. Specialist to optimize and execute procure-to-pay strategies, logistics procurement, and governance across facilities. You will collaborate with multiple stakeholders to drive value, efficiency, and risk management in support of company targets.

Role requires deep experience in SCM, contracting, and Maximo, with strong cross-functional leadership and a focus on OTIF and service excellence within the energy sector.

Qualifications

• 4-year degree in business-related field or behavioral science; engineering/technical background preferred.
• At least 4 years experience in SCM or related fields.
• Leadership experience preferred but not required.
• Project experience preferred but not required.
• Licenses preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Optimize resources and implement Source to Pay strategies for operational excellence.
• Collaborate with analytics to identify opportunities and maximize savings and efficiency.
• Lead contract negotiations with technical, legal and financial teams.
• Develop and endorse contract templates and terms based on scope and risk assessments.
• Support procurement operations to ensure OTIF and timely service delivery.

Skills

Strategic Sourcing

Negotiations

Contract Management

Education

Bachelor in Business or Behavioral Science

Tools

Maximo

Job description

Strategic Sourcing and Procurement Operations Sr. Specialist

Job Level: Sr. Specialist

Business Unit: AboitizPower Transition Business Group

Employment Terms: 1-year Fixed Term

Power your future with AboitizPower.

As Strategic Sourcing and Procurement Operations Sr. Specialist, you will be responsible for the optimization, implementation and execution of procure to pay strategies, logistics procurement, processes and activities by integration and leveraging of spend and opportunities across the Facilities in collaboration with various stakeholders to deliver efficient operational services and procurement process governance in support of Company’s targets, and contribute directly to transforming energy for a better world. You will work closely with various teams to deliver results, create positive community impact, and develop your skills in a supportive, purpose-driven environment.

In This Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:

• Responsible for the optimization of resources and efficient implementation of Source to Pay operational excellence strategies, processes and activities and ensure alignment with Supply Chain Management (SCM) and organizational strategies.
• Collaborates with analytics team and utilize spend, commodity
• and market analytics to identify and recommend opportunities
• to generate value in terms of savings, operational efficiency and maximize Total Cost of Ownership
• Identifies suitable suppliers and develop a sourcing strategy based on analysis of available data
• Lead collaborative engagements with Technical, Legal, Risk, Finance, before and during contracting, and secures their positions to ensure contracts and negotiations are well prepared
• Creates and recommends high level terms and/or contract templates to utilize and drafts contracts based on the specifications, scope of work and risk analysts of the technical, legal and commercial team
• Conducts supply chain risk analysis and prepares, recommends and/or coordinates negotiations strategies with technical and legal team and lead contract negotiations
• Conducts financial evaluation of bids, validates technical evaluation and recommends awards
• Fosters professional and good relationships with suppliers which includes resolving supplier, delivery, payment and other contractual issues, supports implementation of vendor performance reviews
• Works with Procurement Operations and Supply Chain teams to ensure strategies and contract management execution procurement results
• Issues and conducts contract roll-outs to ensure calibrated alignment of stakeholders and vendors
• Supports various SCM teams to attain their targets and Objectives
• Ensures on-time delivery in full (OTIF) and on-time service execution by planning, directing and controlling the strategic program of the group in line with the standards and procedure. This includes:
• Review and evaluation of Purchase Requisition
• Implementation of appropriate sourcing strategies with spend threshold
• Endorsing the right vendor
• Conducting cost analysis taking into consideration incentives that the Company may avail (e.g. tax treaties, consolidations)
• Validation and approval of recommended commodity specifications, statement of work, performance terms and acceptance criteria and budget availability.
• Develops and produces reports or information for management decision making.
• Reviews and approves documents, within spend threshold, related to the team
• Extend relevant support to other departments such as, but not limited to cascading and/or adopting initiatives, programs, projects and activities
• Conforms to the company’s Quality, Environmental, Occupational Health and Safety, and Information Security Management Systems policies, standards, procedures, and guidelines based on ISO 9001, ISO 14001, OHSAS 18001, and ISO 27001 Standards.
• Reports Environmental, Occupational Health and Safety, and Information Security events/incidents or potential events, or other security risks to the organization/ committees-in-charge
• Protects information assets from unauthorized access, disclosure, modification, destruction, or interference in accordance with ISMS policies. Maintains availability, confidentiality, and integrity of documents

What You Will Need:

Education & Experience:

• Education: Any 4-year business related or Behavioral Science course. Engineering or technical background is preferred.
• Professional: At least 4 years experience in SCM or related fields
• Leadership Experience: Preferred, but not required
• Project Experience: Preferred, but not required
• Licenses: Preferred, but not required

Technical / Functional Skills:

• Proficiency in Maximo
• Strong skills in Strategic Sourcing and Negotiations, Supply/Service Contracting and Contract Management

Our Culture & Commitment to You: Powering Your Future

At AboitizPower, we honor you not just as a professional, but as a person. Our promise is to provide a workplace where you can thrive through:

• Powered by People: We value your unique identity and ensure you feel supported, trusted, and empowered.
• Own Your Growth: Learn, grow, and advance through mentorship, leadership opportunities, and meaningful learning experiences.
• Why We Work: Purpose is part of every job here. Your efforts directly contribute to community upliftment, sustainability, and shaping the future of energy.
• Empowering Culture: Bring your full self to a workplace grounded in belonging and collaboration.
• Recognition that Matters: We celebrate both visible milestones and steady efforts, honoring the dedication you bring to our mission.

AboitizPower is an equal opportunity employer. We believe that a diverse and inclusive workforce is crucial to our purpose of driving change for a better world. We consider and encourage all applicants without discriminating against age, sexual orientation and/or gender identity, disability, political opinion, religion, nationality, marital or parental status (including pregnancy), ethnicity or other status protected by law. Our equal opportunity and non-discrimination policies apply in all aspects of employment, including recruitment, hiring, regularization, promotions, transfers, discipline, termination, benefits and training.

About Us

AboitizPower is the holding company for the Aboitiz Group’s investments in power generation, distribution, and retail electricity services. We are among the largest power producers in the Philippines, with a balanced portfolio of assets located across the country. We are also a major producer of renewable energy, with several hydroelectric, geothermal, and solar power generation facilities.