PPC STRATEGIST

Job Title: PPC Strategist

Job Category: Full-Time (40 hours per week)

Job Location: 100% work-from-home

Job Schedule: Mondays through Fridays, 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM Eastern Time

About Us:

At C9 Staff, we’re passionate about connecting exceptional Filipino professionals with stable, global clients who truly value long-term relationships. As a freelancer in the Philippines, we understand your need for stability. That’s why we focus exclusively on long-term clients who value enduring partnerships. This approach ensures you have consistent opportunities to work on innovative projects with dynamic teams, providing the security and growth potential you seek.

• 100% Work from Home

The role will be responsible for supporting end-to-end project accounting life cycle activities for assigned accounts and projects. The role will be involved with stakeholder coordination to execute processes that will drive the completion of assigned projects.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Perform moderately complex tasks that support multiple and varied projects in compliance with the contract, service level agreement, define methodologies, and procedures
• May need to provide guidance to junior members of the team
• Reviews project financials for accurate revenue recognition
• Perform in-depth project analysis and provide recommendations based on findings
• Support the Team Lead/Manager in handling escalations and managing disputes related to project financials
• Maintains and prepares SOP/DTP of current processes and the incorporate documentation updates
• Participate in audit-related activities and prepare audit responses
• May support junior members of the team in addressing routine issues within the assigned processes
• Propose alternatives in identified issues and assist in investigating and in resolving common and unusual issues
• Contribute specialized expertise to different assigned projects and may provide key updates to Team Lead and Manager 
• Has advanced knowledge of project accounting, providing support for the most complex and/or large scale project
• Makes recommendations for project improvement based on review of financial results and knowledge of project(s). 
• Researches general ledger account reconciliations, journal entry preparation and A/R cash adjustments.
• Works with customers or clients to gather and provide information
• May review contracts for additional service opportunities and assist in converting project proposal into project budget.

Octal Philippines Inc. is a reputable IT solutions company seeking a talented and motivated individual to join our team as a Junior BI Developer. As a Junior BI Developer, you will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining business intelligence solutions to empower data-driven decision-making within the company. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is passionate about data analytics and is looking to kickstart their career in the field of business intelligence.

Responsibilities:

• Provides assistance to BI team in all aspects of the development, testing, data validations and implementation of the project
• Learn and understand Data Warehousing, Business Intelligence (BI) and ETL
• Gain expertise in BI tools such as IBM Cognos, Power BI and Staq and utilize them on future projects
• Work with the team in documenting project details, workflows, technical specifications and operational procedures
• Continually improving coding skills

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field
• Proven experience in developing and maintaining business intelligence solutions
• Proficiency in at least one BI tool (Power BI, Tableau, QlikView, etc.)
• Strong understanding of data analysis and data modeling concepts
• Experience with SQL and data querying
• Knowledge of ETL processes and data integration
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

• Health Insurance
• Standard Statutory Benefits
• Allowance

----PERMANENT WORK FROM HOME----

Job Summary: We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Recruiter to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in sourcing qualified candidates through LinkedIn and possess excellent communication and multitasking skills. This is a remote position, and the candidate must have a quiet workspace and be focused on achieving recruitment goals.

Key Responsibilities:

• Source, identify, and engage qualified candidates primarily through LinkedIn and other recruiting platforms.
• Manage the full recruitment lifecycle from initial sourcing to interview coordination.
• Maintain clear, professional communication with candidates throughout the hiring process.
• Work closely with hiring managers to understand job requirements and align sourcing strategies.
• Stay updated on the latest recruitment trends and tools to ensure efficiency and effectiveness.
• Utilize strong multitasking skills to manage multiple job openings and candidate pipelines simultaneously.
• Provide regular reports on recruitment activities, including candidate pipelines and hiring progress.

Qualifications:

• Proven experience sourcing candidates through LinkedIn with a successful track record.
• Strong multitasking skills and the ability to manage various recruitment tasks simultaneously.
• Excellent spoken and written English communication skills.
• A reliable, quiet home office setup, free from distractions.
• Must be self-motivated, focused, and dedicated to achieving recruitment goals.

Additional Requirements:

• A workspace free from children or other disruptions during working hours.
• Ability to work independently and maintain professionalism at all times.
• Clear mental focus and a positive attitude toward work responsibilities.

We are seeking a development engineer for MEMS assembly and interconnect technologies who likes to cooperate closely with our partners. You will work with industry-leading OSATs, machine and material suppliers to develop packaging processes that enable the realization of a large variety of MEMS devices.

• Working on-site at one of the largest assembly partners closely cooperating with the local teams of our supplier.
• Part of a team of packaging experts within Bosch and our suppliers to develop and characterize new and innovative optical MEMS device packages.
• Part of an interdisciplinary product development team with customer representatives, purchasing, MEMS design and technology, reliability, testing, simulation, construction, production, and quality team members.
• Responsible for the material and machine selection and associated process development for core assembly steps.
• Selecting and qualifying new suppliers (assembly subcons, equipment and raw material suppliers).
• Co-working with equipment suppliers to enhance existing or to develop new machines.
• Take care of the development, qualification, and transfer to mass production of new assembly processes and materials.
• Owner of specifications and technical documentation concerning the optical MEMS package, assembly process, and raw materials.

Octal Philippines Inc. is a dynamic IT solutions company looking to onboard a skilled .NET Developer to enhance our development team. In this role, you will be responsible for creating, maintaining, and optimizing applications built on the .NET framework. Our ideal candidate will have a robust understanding of software development practices and an eagerness to collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality solutions.

• Computer Science, Engineering or Accounting Degree

• At least 3 years analysis, design & programming work experience

• With Accounting Background or development of Accounting Systems experience

• Skilled in MS SQL Server 2003 and above, C#, VB.net, HTML/CSS/Javascript, Web Development experience

• Reverse engineering skill

Reporting Line:

Junior Operations Executive and/or Technical Operations Manager

Primary Responsibilities:

In-charge for sample handling, safe keeping, monitoring, disposal and sample collection activities; Preparation of materials needed for sampling and/or testing; physical sample preparation; and keeping specific working areas clean.

Specific Responsibilities:

• Handles samples including collecting samples from clients, preparing samples for testing and analysis, and sample disposal.
• Prepares materials needed for sampling and/or testing
• Wash and clean materials used during sampling and sample preparation
• Cleans specific work area.
• Ensures that work performed is in accordance with the QMS and Safety Policies defined in the Safety Manual.
• Operates and maintains equipment used in preparing samples.
• Maintain records on equipment used in preparing samples and keep up-to-date records pertaining to sample storage and disposal.
• Assist laboratory analysts on internal preventive maintenance and troubleshooting of laboratory equipment when needed.
• Signs worksheet and job instructions
• Ensures compliance to the Group and national policies including but not limited to the maintenance of the Quality Management System
• Operating to the highest standards of ethics, in accordance with the SGS Code of Integrity.
• Complies with the Quality, Health and Safety, Environment and Energy (QHSEE) policies and supporting objectives including, but not limited to:

• Demonstrates strong commitment to SGS QHSEE policies, procedures and work instructions by actively participating in             meetings, projects and events, completes required training, intervenes in unsafe situations, refuses unsafe work, and complies fully with all applicable laws and regulations related to HSEE
• Responds appropriately and immediately to emergency situations and assists other staff members in maintaining readiness to act to emergencies within the workplace
• Disposes or directs the disposal of waste generated as a part of daily work performed in a safe manner and in compliance with the disposal regulations and requirements, and in accordance with SGS Environmental Management System requirements
• Reports all incidents, including near misses and hazards, that may affect the achievement of QHSEE objectives in accordance with SGS Incident Reporting and Management requirements
• Efficiently uses all equipment, including safety equipment, and company owned property in the manner intended and reports any damaged / lost equipment to immediate superior
• Maintains a safe and tidy worksite according to the organization’s 5S program and guidelines
• Maintains awareness of the safety and health related hazards and environmental aspects and proposes action plans to control the risks to immediate superior or QHSEE Coordinators
• Actively participates in incident investigations and risk assessments as deemed necessary by SGS management
• Fulfills the requirements needed in the success of the QHSEE Management System
• Recognizes the potential consequences of not following the established policies, procedures, and guidelines, including not fulfilling the organization’s compliance obligations

Liaison Job Description

Your role as a liaison officer is to facilitate communication and collaboration between departments, teams, or organizations. You will serve as a bridge, connecting and coordinating efforts to ensure smooth operations and efficient decision-making. Managing information flow, resolving conflicts, and maintaining strong relationships are key responsibilities in your position.

Liaison Responsibilities

• Facilitate Communication: Act as a central point of contact for all communication between different departments, teams, or organizations. Ensure that information is accurately shared and understood by all parties involved.
• Coordinate Collaboration: Foster collaboration between various stakeholders by organizing meetings, conferences, or workshops. Facilitate discussions, brainstorming sessions, or problem-solving meetings to encourage effective teamwork and achieve common goals.
• Relationship Management: Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders. Develop a deep understanding of their needs, expectations, and concerns. Act as their advocate and representative to ensure their interests are represented and addressed.
• Conflict Resolution: Identify and resolve any conflicts or issues that arise between different parties. Mediate conversations, negotiate compromises, and find mutually beneficial solutions. Foster a positive and harmonious working environment.
• Project Support: Provide support to ongoing projects by coordinating activities, tracking progress, and reporting status updates to relevant stakeholders. Ensure that project-related information is properly documented and shared.
• Information Management: Manage the flow of information between different parties. Keep all stakeholders informed about relevant updates, changes, or decisions. Ensure that all necessary documentation is properly organized and accessible.
• Strategic Planning: Contribute to the development and implementation of strategic plans by providing valuable insights and recommendations based on your understanding of stakeholder needs and interests.
• Stay Updated: Stay informed about industry trends, regulations, and best practices. Proactively identify opportunities for improvement and innovation. Share relevant knowledge and insights with stakeholders to enhance their understanding and decision-making processes.

Liaison Required Skills

• Strong verbal and written communication skills to effectively convey information, ideas, and instructions to different stakeholders.
• Ability to establish and maintain positive relationships with diverse groups of people, including executives, managers, team members, and external partners.
• Analytical mindset with the ability to identify problems, evaluate alternatives, and propose practical solutions.
• Proficiency in negotiation and conflict resolution techniques to manage differing opinions and reach consensus.
• Strong organizational skills to handle multiple tasks, prioritize responsibilities, and meet deadlines.
• Ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams and facilitate collaboration among individuals with diverse backgrounds and perspectives.
• Meticulousness in managing information, documentation, and communication to ensure accuracy and quality.
• Flexibility to adapt to changing circumstances, priorities, and stakeholders' needs.

Note: The above liaison officer job description is a general overview and may be subject to change based on the specific requirements of the organization.

Key Responsibilities

1. Team Leadership and Development
   • Lead, coach, and mentor a team of claims specialists to meet performance metrics and service level agreements (SLAs).
   • Monitor team productivity, identify gaps, and implement improvement plans to boost efficiency and quality.
   • Conduct regular team huddles, performance reviews, and one-on-one coaching sessions to ensure continuous growth and development.
2. Claims Operations Oversight
   • Supervise the processing of short-term and long-term disability claims, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely resolution.
   • Manage escalations for complex claims, providing solutions while maintaining a client-centric approach.
   • Analyze claims data and generate reports to track team performance and identify trends.
3. Client Engagement and Relationship Management
   • Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, ensuring alignment with their expectations and addressing concerns promptly.
   • Participate in client calls and business reviews to provide insights into performance metrics and discuss operational strategies.
4. Compliance and Quality Assurance
   • Ensure all claims are processed according to company policies, client guidelines, and relevant regulatory standards.
   • Conduct audits and quality checks to maintain the highest level of service and minimize errors or risks.
5. Continuous Improvement and Innovation
   • Identify areas for process optimization and collaborate with stakeholders to implement best practices.
   • Stay updated on industry trends, tools, and technologies to enhance claims operations.

Octal Philippines Inc. is looking for a talented Python Developer to join our innovative team. In this role, you will be responsible for designing and implementing server-side logic, maintaining the integrity of the database, and ensuring high performance and responsiveness to front-end requests. You will work collaboratively with front-end developers and other team members to build robust and scalable web applications. Your expertise in Python frameworks and database management will contribute significantly to the development of high-quality software solutions.

Qualifications:

• 5+ years of technical leadership experience, with a proven track record of leading successful engineering teams.

• Proficiency in Python and strong experience with Golang. Deep understanding of building and maintaining integrations.

• Stellar communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to articulate complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.

• Experience in hiring, coaching, and mentoring engineers, with a passion for helping others grow and succeed.

• Strong proficiency in AWS, with experience designing and maintaining cloud infrastructure.

• Ability to interface effectively with cross-functional teams, fostering a collaborative and aligned engineering culture.

Nice to Have:

• Previous experience in payments or fintech is a plus.

• Experience working across multiple time zones.

• Experience with Dagster, or similar orchestration tools.

Your Life at Canam
You are passionate about technology and enjoy staying up to date with the best practices in the market? Do you want to get involved and feel heard in technological solutions? By joining our team, you will have the opportunity to participate in a large-scale project and be a part of our digital transformation. If you're motivated by challenges, we have plenty in store for you! In a department where human values are truly emphasized, guided by inspiring leaders, come and help us create value in one of our 12 Agile development squads. That being said, it's your team that will provide you with the most satisfaction, because at Canam, we are a strong bond of well-being and achievements! 

This role is responsible for managing all official project documents for internal and external stakeholders. The role is expected to implement and manage the Document Management System while providing quality assurance measures according to company policy and procedures and project requirements. The role will be reporting to the Project Controls Manager in Manila.

Responsibilities & Duties:

• Provide document management and project controls support including but not limited to receipt, inventory, audit, tracking, storage, retrieval, and distribution of both classified and unclassified electronic, paper, and other media project data and documents according to company policy, and proper procedures for the projects.
• Maintain general and technical documents and periodical subscriptions related to projects, with the use of internal document control systems or client-specific tools.
• Coordinate with Project Managers and IT/Records Management on the proper methods of protection for project records and make recommendations on media, rotation, and procedures.
• Manage the setup and maintenance of document control/records management for multiple projects and Project Managers.
• Escalate issues and recommend resolutions to the Team Lead for timely resolution.
• Perform moderately complex tasks in compliance with service level agreements, processes, policies, and procedures.
• Propose alternatives to identified issues and assist in investigating and resolving common and unusual issues.
• Contribute to various and simultaneous process improvement initiatives to streamline processes, improve customer experience, and increase productivity.
• Contribute specialized expertise to different assigned projects and may provide key updates to the Team Lead and Manager.

The role will be responsible for the technical support of the project controls function on projects and proposals, delivering output by following defined procedures and processes, focused on repeated tasks. The Project Controls function provides the support, tools and systems experience necessary to manage effectively and proactively, control and report on cost and schedule for concurrent projects throughout the organization.

• Supports PM and project teams on more simple, lower risk projects.
• Learn and use company’s Project Management platform, job cost reporting and financial system.
• Contributes by working on projects of limited complexity/within accounts in a technician or administrative capacity.
• Under direct supervision, follows written instructions and established procedures to accomplish assigned and standardized tasks. 
• Applies basic skills in procedures, techniques, tools, materials, and/or equipment appropriate to area of specialization. 
• Resolves routine questions and problems and refers more complex issues to higher levels.
• Performance commitment process and begins updates to commitment log for purchase orders and subcontracts.
• Ensures changes to document in a timely fashion to meet set deadlines.
• Responsible for coordination with other parties to make sure document edits are made and proofed.
• Follows standardized procedures but may have to use discretion to complete project.
• Ensures document tracking and production system is maintained.
• Prepares and maintains a document control system for all forms of documentation.
• Makes copies of drawing for production and other company employees.
• Assures that all completed documents have been signed-off by the appropriate personnel.
• Distributes copies of documents to the appropriate personnel.
• Implements and follows company quality assurance program procedures.
• Develops fundamental knowledge in planning and scheduling concepts and principles including effects on financial performance.
• Familiarize basic scheduling and cost baseline fundamentals, concepts and principles
• Develops familiarity with data sources for schedule development.
• Perform assigned tasks in compliance with service level agreement, process, policies, and procedures.
• Work with the Team Lead and/or senior members of the team to address issues
• Maintain the SOP/DTP of current processes and incorporate documentation updates as required.
• Escalate issues and concerns to the Team Lead/Supervisor for timely resolution

The role is responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining cost controls and/or planning and scheduling functions. The role is expected to have broad knowledge and sufficient experience to analyze and apply technical solutions to challenging project controls issues.

Opportunity phase

• Support Go/No Go preparations, forms, and gathering information and process, as directed by the Project Manager.
• Review project controls requirements of RFP/opportunity. Provide or obtain project controls support for proposal deliverables, as appropriate for project complexity.
• Understand proposal pricing approach and support as appropriate. Proficiency with company standard pricing tools and support as required.

Planning phase

• Develop customized Cost/schedule control plans/solutions to provide Project Management and other project team and management with appropriate tools for project cost and schedule control.
• Support PM/Project team/contract administration in managing the contract review process for new contracts, modifications, and job closures. Understand and support or coordinate the insurance verification process as necessary.
• Review contract risk types and deploy methods to identify and develop risk management approaches for projects.
• Manage and oversee financial project issues such as segmentation, work at risk, and revenue recognition during project setup.
• Review scope definition documents and support PM with development of complex Work breakdown structure development (and maintenance during execution), interfacing with Procurement, Engineering, Subcontractors and Finance to support proper job setup for cost and schedule development, progress tracking, risk analysis, client billing.
• Manage the development, updating, and monitoring of schedules and preparing status reports and staffing curves, in alignment with scope of work and resource, including subcontractors and consultants, planned to execute scope.
• Support other Project team/procurement in managing documentation to support procurement of required sub-consultants and vendors
• Develop and review of project cost and revenue baseline, based on above element, on behalf of PM.
• Develop and implement performance measurement and earned value plan and updates during execution. Elevate for review by PM, Project team and other Management staff.
• Understand contractual invoicing requirements. Understand project/organizational and client interfaces. Review invoice support requirements, during execution, with Project Manager.

Execution phase

• Integrate cost and schedule data/baseline with company’s enterprise system, to facilitate Projects financial goals, or oversee this effort.
• Develop key deliverables in preparation for project reviews.
• Review actual costs and commitments, coordinate cost adjustments, and review coding accuracy.
• Identify cost (and schedule as needed) variances, investigate root cause, and develop/execute a correction action plan, as discussed with PM and Project team.
• Lead effort for tracking budget, project costs, labor hours, schedule updates, installed quantities and progress measurements for work to include direct hire and subcontracted work.
• Maintain the planning/scheduling updates, applying engineering, procurement, and construction terminology, concepts, and relationships. Develop and maintain critical path logic networks and bar charts.
• Analyze, evaluate, and forecast current status against an established baseline schedule. Assess the impacts of design or construction changes and schedule slippages. Report schedule status to all levels of project and company management as well as to the Client.
• Accumulate and access historical data, such as performance experience, for use in maintaining a realistic basis for future planning, forecasting, and Estimate at complete development.
• Measure progress and review performance trends. Exposure to progressive performance data and associated concepts and principals.
• Prepare reports, graphs, and charts, to communicate project status.
• Proficiency with company’s financial systems, processes and procedures such as segmentation, work at risk and revenue recognition requirements and processes and be able to align with project status and assist in analyzing and using financial data to identify key project issues.
• May coordinate/review invoices for consistency with contract requirements and rates. May interface with Billing and accounting staff.
• Assist the Project Manager with reporting on accounts receivables and unbilled issues as assigned.
• Support Project team, with the change control management process and gain insight into rational and importance of change events. Support project with pricing and determining schedule impact of change orders.
• Assist PM with support on gathering information to develop trending, forecasting and estimate to complete process. May assist PM with WAR (work at risk) and RAR (Revenue at Risk) forms.
• May provide guidance, direction and specialized assistance to others in the resolution of project controls problems.

Closeout phase

• Review project scope and determine all contractual deliverables have been met, discuss with PM.
• Coordinate with PM/procurement for closeout of sub-agreements
• Support PM with input of final EAC
• Support with coordination of final invoice as directed.

• Accounts and records remittance envelopes by screening, tallying, and validating the amount, screening for discrepancies, and preparing reports. ​

• Collates all cash collections, prepares reports for each cashier remittance, and secures daily bank rates of foreign currencies. ​

• Maintains records of all cash fund holders, updates acknowledgment receipts, and ensures adherence to policies and procedures by Cashiers.​

• You will identify the best experts among freelancers and development companies for our internal and external customers
• Your responsibilities include the acquisition and support of customers in the field of digital solutions
• You will be in charge of the process from the first contact with the customer to coordination, offer calculations and the creation and finalization of offers, including the creation, maintenance and management of leads and opps, both for freelancers and customers.
• Review of requirements and general conditions for the legally compliant use of freelancers in customer projects
• Active sourcing of freelancers - advertising of projects on online platforms, direct contact with freelancers as well as pre-selection and profile creation
• First point of contact for freelancers and clients for all administrative issues during the entire duration of the project
• Project creation, maintenance and management in various software tools as well as budget monitoring, invoicing and auditing
• Structuring, standardization and optimization of existing workflows as well as constant exchange with the development team for digital/automated implementation on the LegendsLab platform.
• Interact with marketing to attract talents and customers

• Support all commercial tasks in the areas of sales, project and cost center.
• Responsible for the commercial planning of projects in various tools.
• Support controlling on project, program and cost center level and monitor project budgets, check incoming invoices and prepare outgoing invoices.
• Support the preparation of offers, documentation, preparation and follow-up of customer meetings.
• Act as contact person for freelancers and service providers for questions regarding invoices, orders and budgets before and during the entire project.
• Support in marketing activities such as social media posts and reach-out to potential partner through emails, Linkedin, …
• Support the global team in various day-to-day tasks
• Create reimbursement claims for travel expenses

• Lead the reservation team, providing guidance, training, and performance evaluations
• Manage all aspects of the reservation process, including phone, internet, and email bookings
• Implement and maintain policies to optimize room sales and occupancy rates
• Collaborate with other departments to enhance guest experience and streamline operations
• Monitor reservation trends and provide insights for strategic decision-making
• Handle complex inquiries and resolve customer issues promptly and professionally
• Ensure compliance with company standards and industry regulations

Lead all commercial aspects for an assigned group of clients in order to grow existing clientele base as well as identify new business so as to achieve planned financial objectives and other operational performance indicators.

Responsibilities

Business Development

• Achieve revenue, profitability, quality, speed of delivery, productivity and client satisfaction targets as well as other related business development objectives as assigned
• Maintain and further foster relationships with current clients
• Develop plans to cross-sell and introduce new services to current clients
• Conduct thorough business development processes to identify incremental revenue opportunities from new clients, beyond the base
• Increase company exposure through participating in associations, webinars and/or seminars
• Contribute to the short-term strategies and business plans for the growth of Business Unit based on global and regional / sub-regional directions
• Provide continuous feedback on competitive activities within assigned clients

Financial Management

• Achieve revenue, profitability, quality, speed of delivery and productivity targets as well as other related business development objectives as assigned
• Ensure local business strategies are implemented according to regional / sub-regional directions in order to meet the financial and business objectives of the division
• Monitor the actual financial performance against budget/forecast and ensure the implementation of appropriate actions that will lead to the achievement of the financial targets
• Ensure proper pricing and contracts are completed and approved according to company's policies and guidelines

Client Servicing

• Implement Joint Business Plans (JBPs) that will contribute to maximum client satisfaction and ensure continuous profitable and business growth
• Lead all commercial aspects with the primary responsibility of expanding our scope of influence with clients across a wider range of products and with greater depth of involvement
• Foster relationships at all levels and functions of the client organization to identify opportunities for incremental product/solution sales
• Ensure adherence to the company policies on business conduct/ethics when servicing clients are being observed by the entire division

Product Enhancement:

• Identify the client needs: situation/competitor assessment, need assessment, potential solutions
• Participating in creation of the PE plan & timeline: communicating the voice of client
• Develop the pricing proposal & commercial approach with the RI Leader
• Support the proper communication of the new product and its benefits with clients

Organizational Management and Development

• Participate in local and cluster initiatives as part of continuing leadership development
• Work across functional business units to support organizational initiatives and business needs
• Promote inter-departmental and inter-divisional communications and teamwork

A Little Bit About You

Curiosity drives your interest in what moves the market. A proven commercial leader, who can build and execute a sales strategy and plan, and be accountable for sales operations, such as forecast and pipeline management. You thrive in a fast-paced sales environment, have exceptional commercial acumen and very strong client relationship and negotiation skills. A proven people leader, who is passionate about developing and growing talent, who has a track record of building morale and high team engagement. You are a team player who has the ability to collaborate with peers and contribute to the success of NielsenIQ  

Primary Responsibilities  

In-charge for performing analyses as defined in the Matrix of Laboratory test and Analyses and reporting test results according to the Quality Management System policies and procedures. 

Specific Responsibilities  

• Performs sampling, testing and analyses as defined in the Matrix of Laboratory Tests, and Analyses and in accordance with the QMS and Safety Polices defined in the Safety Manual. 

• Performs preparation of reagents and test solutions and standardization of volumetric solutions in accordance with the standard test methods. 

• Participates in various proficiency / correlation programs. 

• Operates and maintains equipment used in performing analyses. 

• Reads, understands, and follows proper standard operating procedures 

• Analyzes and interprets standard laboratory test results including statistical quality control charts and uncertainty of measurements 

• Prepares and updates reports related to the analyses performed including statistical quality control charts and uncertainty of measurements for routine tests. 

• Signs worksheet and job instructions. 

• Maintains routine documentation, including worksheets, log sheet entries, sample documentations, etc. Records data precisely and accurately. 

• Coaches lab analysts I, lab technicians, lab aides and OJTs on the performance of test, analyses, and sample preparation. 

• Maintains workplace in a safe and orderly condition. 

• Prepares purchase request for laboratory supplies 

• Requests for cash advance subject to review of immediate superior and approval of Laboratory Operations Manager 

• Ensures compliance to the Group and national policies including but not limited to the maintenance of the Quality Management System 

• Operating to the highest standards of ethics, in accordance with the SGS Code of Integrity. 

• Complies with the Quality, Health and Safety, Environment and Energy (QHSEE) policies and supporting objectives including, but not limited to: 

• Demonstrates strong commitment to SGS QHSEE policies, procedures and work instructions by actively participating in  meetings, projects and events, completes required training, intervenes in unsafe situations, refuses unsafe work, and complies fully with all applicable laws and regulations related to HSEE 

• Acts appropriately and immediately to emergency situations and assists other staff members in maintaining readiness to respond to emergencies within the workplace 

• Disposes or directs the disposal of waste generated as a part of daily work performed in a safe manner and in compliance with the disposal regulations and requirements, and in accordance with SGS Environmental Management System requirements 

• Reports all incidents, including near misses and hazards, that may affect the achievement of QHSEE objectives in accordance with SGS Incident Reporting and Management requirements 

• Efficiently uses all equipment, including safety equipment, and company owned property in the manner intended and reports any damaged / lost equipment to immediate superior  

• Maintains a safe and tidy worksite according to the organization’s 5S program and guidelines 

• Maintains awareness of the safety and health related hazards and environmental aspects and proposes action plans to control the risks to immediate superior or QHSEE Coordinators 

• Actively participates in incident investigations and risk assessments as deemed necessary by SGS management 

• Fulfills the requirements needed in the success of the QHSEE Management System 

• Recognizes the potential consequences of not following the established policies, procedures, and guidelines, including not fulfilling the organization’s compliance obligations 

• •   Deliver world-class customer service through monitoring and coaching teammates

  •   Champion a world-class Employee and Customer experience

  •   Promote employee Engagement

  •   Facilitate career development among team members

  •   Delivery of service level, coaching, budget (overtime, handle time, etc) and other key metrics

  •   Ensure Attendance and Adherence expectations are met

  •   Partner with workforce planning teams to deliver around-the-clock support 

  •   Actively participate in hiring and development of support and mentor staff members

  •   Partner across teams and departments for process improvement

  •   Goal setting with peers

  •   Partner with Teammates to agree on and monitor Performance plans

  •   Participate in and lead customer experience calibration sessions

  •   Conduct regular evaluations and provide performance and behavior feedback to Teammates

  •   Coach for consistent improvement

  •   Compliance to Key Controls, timekeeping and other policies

  •   Demonstrate and model Visa behaviors 

  •   Execute Leadership strategies and tactics

This is a hybrid position. Hybrid employees can alternate time between both remote and office. Employees in hybrid roles are expected to work from the office 2-3 set days a week (determined by leadership/site), with a general guidepost of being in the office 50% or more of the time based on business needs.

Octal Philippines Inc. is seeking an experienced AWS Engineer to join our innovative team. In this role, you will be responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining cloud-based solutions on the Amazon Web Services (AWS) platform. A successful candidate will have a deep understanding of cloud infrastructure, possess strong problem-solving skills, and have experience with various AWS services and tools.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, Engineering, or a related technical field, or equivalent practical experience.

• Proven experience in a Site Reliability Engineer or similar role, with a focus on designing and implementing scalable systems.

• Strong proficiency in programming languages, scripting and automation (Java, ReactJS, etc.).

• Experience with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or GCP, and container orchestration tools like Kubernetes.

• Deep understanding of networking, system administration, Windows, and Linux/Unix-based environments.

• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to troubleshoot complex issues in distributed systems.

• Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment and to stakeholders

Preferred Qualifications:

1. Master's degree in computer science, Engineering, or a related technical field.

2. Certification in cloud platforms or DevOps methodologies (e.g., AWS Certified DevOps Engineer, Google Professional Cloud DevOps Engineer).

3. Experience with CI/CD pipelines and configuration management tools (e.g., Ansible).

4. Knowledge of monitoring and logging tools such as Prometheus, Grafana, ELK stack, etc.

5. Experience with Agile/Scrum methodologies and practices

Communication Allowance, Health & Life Insurance & Others

• Will be the main point person for any client concerns in the project
• Manage the delivery / time line of the fixes.
• Maintains / Builds good relationship with client
• Pro-actively provides status report to client and to SXI management
• Acts as a go-to expert for escalated clients calls and keep abreast with product and process updates and / or changes that affect customer service
• Is accountable for the team’s day-to-day activities and the achievement of established service promises at the individual and at the team level
• Will establish & document the operational process for the Customer Support.

EXPERIENCE

• Candidate must possess at least a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science

• Has project management experience minimum of 3 years

• Has application production support experience minimum of 3 years

• Exceptional analytical and problem solving skills

• Preferably trained in ITIL Service Management

• Has experience working on production support ticket tools such as Jira Service Management, Service Now, etc.

• Excellent English communication skill both in speaking and writing

• Should have experience or familiarity with deposit, loans and tellering

• Has the ability to multi-task and perform duties with high accuracy and strong degree of urgency

• Proven ability to work in fast paced dynamic environments where decisions are made without compromising on client’s experience and financial losses

The SR. JAVA DEVELOPER at Octal Philippines Inc. will be a critical member of our software development team, tasked with designing, developing, and maintaining high-quality Java applications. With a focus on performance and scalability, the ideal candidate will not only contribute proficient coding skills but also lead efforts in code reviews and architectural discussions. Responsibilities will include collaborating with team members, participating in Agile methodologies, and ensuring best practices are followed throughout the software development lifecycle.

• Candidate must possess at least Bachelor's/College Degree in Computer Science/Information Technology or equivalent.
• At least 5 Year(s) of working experience in the related field is required for this position.
• Degree in Computer Programming or 2 year(s) of relevant work experience as Team Leader is a plus
• Work experience in Banking Industry is an advantage FUNCTIONAL RELATIONSHIP Develop and maintain effective, collaborative relationships with the following: Internal (within Post)
• President
• Vice-President
• Consultant External (outside Post)
• Vendors/Contractors
• Clients
• Partners

Join Octal Philippines Inc. as a Network Engineer where you will play a crucial role in the design, implementation, and management of our network infrastructure. In this position, you will be responsible for ensuring the reliability and efficiency of our network services, responding to incidents, and executing changes effectively for streamlined operations. You will work closely with cross-functional teams while providing innovative solutions and optimizing our network performance.

• • Graduate of BS degree, preferably in Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology, Electrical Engineering, Electronics and Communication Engineering, or other related field
• • 3-7+ years in the following:
• • Network engineer / operations in a multi-site, multi-national company. o Building and supporting LANs, MANs, WANs, VPNs, and remote access solutions in a variety of topologies in a multi-vendor environment.
• • Competency in at least three Products (WAN, LAN, WLAN/Wireless, Data Center, Security, Voice).
• • Competency in at least one Technical Domain in each Product listed.
• • Competency in multiple Tech Domains in at least one Product.
• • Can troubleshoot across any part of the network; from end-to-end network.
• • Competency in internally managed parts of the network.
• • Full comprehension of the design of a given Tech Domain.
• • Ability to implement and support something in given Tech Domain (if given a product, platform or solution).
• • Can execute simple to moderately complex changes as explicitly directed by Project Engineer or Architect.
• • Writes Project-related documentation including technical design plans, cost summaries, implementation plans, and Operations handoff documentation.
• • Experience with high end Layer2 and Layer3 Switching platforms such as Cisco Nexus, Catalyst and Arista Networks
• • Hands-on experience with Cisco IOS, NX-OS, IOS-XE, IOS-XR routers.
• • Hands-on experience with Network segmentation and Endpoint security.
• • Next-Generation Firewalls (NGFW) preferred (eg Fortinet, etc)
• • Knowledge of Network Access Control and Zero Trust Network models
• • Deep Understanding of various network protocols such as OSPF, BGP, MP-BGP, VRFs, MPLS, EVPN/VxLAN, QoS
• • High level understanding of Datacenter Virtualization and virtualized workload mobility
• • Advanced knowledge of Multicast
• • Knowledge of F5 Load Balancers (physical and virtual)
• • An understanding of Network monitoring, analysis, and management with tools such as DNA Center/Assurance/Spaces, Cisco Prime, Solarwinds, Arista Cloudvision, and/or other Network monitoring tools.
• • Advanced troubleshooting skills
• • Cisco Certified Network Associated (CCNA) required
• • Other preferences: o Public and Private cloud knowledge
• a. Python / Ansible and any relevant hands-on Network automation experience
• b. Project management skills
• c. Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) and/or Internetwork Expert (CCIE)
• d. Media/Entertainment/Video Distribution/Broadcast/Finance/Banking industry experience, but not required