Procurement Specialist

1 мес. назад

ФилиппиныHybrid

Responsible for procurement activities supporting the company's mission to accelerate internet services in the Philippines.

The mission is to Accelerate Internet for the Philippines - we do this by focusing on the overall customer experience; providing excellent internet services while creating a positive impact on our partners and their industries. From very humble beginnings and with a desire to carry out our mission, we have grown to serve business and wholesale customers in Cebu, Manila, and Davao. Our business customers come from varying industries, such as real estate, IT, and business process outsourcing, to name a few. Nonetheless, they all have one thing in common: they require high-quality service and great customer support. To deliver the best customer experience, works exclusively with technical services company Pathfinders, through which we maintain our benchmark average of 1.8 weeks installation time for business clients. Together, we operate GetaFIX, the biggest Internet eXchange in the Philippines that helps the efficiency of content and connectivity in the country. We also operate Open Access Network, a Fiber as a Service offering that helps reduce complexity for developers and telecommunication companies while increasing customer satisfaction. Throughout the group, we foster a performance-based culture, where team members are encouraged to take ownership and exceed expectations for their projects. We practice transparency by conducting regular check-ins and quarterly performance reviews, which helps us achieve goals and continuously advance together. We promote work-lif

Research, evaluate, and compare suppliers and vendors based on quality, cost, and reliability
Negotiate supplier pricing and terms, monitor budget compliance, and track cost savings
Process and monitor purchase orders, coordinating with suppliers and internal departments to ensure deliveries arrive on time and match the requested specifications
Coordinate international shipping, customs, and importation requirements for incoming goods
Build supplier relationships, evaluate supplier performance, and resolve order, delivery, or invoice disputes
Manage supplier contracts with the Procurement Manager, ensuring legal and policy compliance, and tracking renewals and expirations
Follow company procurement policies and legal regulations in daily purchasing activity, and report inventory discrepancies or shortages to the Procurement Manager
Maintain procurement records and prepare reports for audits and management reporting
Analyze market and purchasing data to identify cost-saving and efficiency opportunities

Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, or related field
2–5 years of experience in procurement or purchasing
Strong negotiation and analytical skills
Proficiency in procurement software/ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, etc.)
Excellent communication and relationship-management abilities
Knowledge of contract law, customs/import regulations, and procurement compliance is a plus