Purchasing Manager - 5yrs exp - Sal: 30k - 50k - San Pedro Laguna

 Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, Purchasing Management, or a related field.  At least 5 years of proven experience in Purchasing Management, Procurement, or Supply Chain Operations.  Experience in strategic sourcing, supplier management, contract negotiation, and procurement planning is highly preferred.

• Knowledge of procurement processes, inventory control, and supply chain best practices.
• Experience in a food manufacturing or FMCG industry is an advantage.

SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES:

• Experience in using SAGE, SAP, or other accounting/ERP systems.
• Strong knowledge of inventory management, warehouse operations, and supply chain

management.

• Detail-oriented with excellent organizational, time management, and multitasking skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Proficient in data analysis, reporting, and inventory monitoring tools.
• Knowledge of food manufacturing regulations, quality standards, and compliance

requirements.

• Strong negotiation, communication, and supplier relationship management skills.
• Demonstrates a strong sense of ownership, analytical thinking, integrity, and accountability.
• Highly organized, adaptable, and capable of meeting deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Honest, dependable, hardworking, and results-oriented.
• Willing to conduct fieldwork, including supplier visits, warehouse inspections, and other

work-related site activities as required.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

 Develop and implement effective purchasing strategies aligned with organizational requirements and business objectives.  Negotiate contracts, pricing, payment terms, and agreements with suppliers to achieve cost efficiency and value optimization.

• Ensure the timely delivery, quality, and availability of procured materials, goods, and services.
• Manage and maintain supplier databases, purchase records, contracts, and other

procurement-related documentation.  Implement strategic sourcing initiatives, including the evaluation and development of local and international suppliers.  Ensure compliance with company policies, procurement procedures, quality standards, and regulatory requirements.  Continuously review and improve purchasing systems, processes, and workflows to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.  Lead, coach, and train new employees on purchasing procedures, policies, and the use of procurement systems.

• Conduct supplier visits, vendor assessments, and fieldwork as required.
• Build and maintain strong supplier relationships to ensure reliable supply and continuous

improvement.  Monitor supplier performance, including delivery reliability, quality compliance, and service levels.

• Perform other related tasks and responsibilities as assigned by management.
• Increase the number of accredited suppliers for raw materials, packaging materials, and non-

COGS items to ensure supply continuity and competitiveness.  Expand the pool of accredited salted fish suppliers from one (1) to five (5) to support the requirements of the MRD Team for fish sauce and bagoong production.  Ensure on-time delivery and fulfillment of AFA, MRD, and MSL requirements to support uninterrupted production operations.  Develop and accredit at least two (2) qualified buyers/suppliers of fish oil and fish meal from the current baseline of zero (0) to improve sourcing options and supply reliability.