POSITION TITLE : Purchasing Assistant
WORK LOCATION : Alabang, Muntinlupa
WORK SETUP : Onsite
WORK SCHEDULE : Day Shift
QUALIFICATIONS
- At least 1 year of working experience as a Purchasing Assistant, Purchasing Officer, or similar role
- Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, or related field
- Good understanding of supply chain procedures
- Can work within deadlines and complete work in a timely manner
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities with a data-driven approach to procurement decision-making
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills
- Proactive and results-oriented with the ability to thrive in a dynamic environment
- Hands-on experience with purchasing software is a plus
RESPONSIBILITIES / DUTIES
Source, evaluate, and negotiate with suppliers to obtain the most cost-efficient pricing and qualityProcess purchase requests (PRs) and issue Purchase Orders (POs) in accordance with company policies and proceduresCoordinate delivery schedules and follow up on pending orders to ensure timely fulfillmentMaintain accurate and up-to-date records of purchases, pricing, delivery, and performance evaluationsContinuously seek opportunities for cost reduction and value improvement in procurement activitiesTrack and report on savings generated through negotiation, strategic sourcing, and supplier consolidationSupport budget preparation through cost analysis of historical purchases and market trendsAssist in the development, implementation, and enforcement of vendor accreditation standardsAssist in background checks, due diligence, and capability assessments of new and existing suppliersAssist in creating an Approved Vendor List (AVL) and ensure vendor documentation is complete and updatedAssist in monitoring vendor performance based on delivery, quality, pricing, and compliance metricsEnsure all procurement activities adhere to internal controls, company policies, and relevant local regulationsAssist in internal and external audits by providing necessary procurement documentation and reportsCoordinate with project teams, warehouse, finance, and R&D departments to align procurement plans with operational needs