• Conducts negotiations with suppliers and contractors to obtain the best possible price.
• Coordinates with the requesting department all product specifications, lead time and other details pertaining to the requested product.
• Ensures quotation and supplier accreditation files are complete and accurate and all food deliveries are compliant with the food safety standards of the Hotel.

• Negotiates with suppliers and ensures items are ordered and approved within the specified cut-off.
• Coordinates with the requestor’s correct product specifications to ensure orders are correct and follow-up deliveries from suppliers to ensure timely deliveries of orders.
• Continuous product sourcing to find alternative items and supplier development to obtain several sources.

1.    Purchase needs and meet orders, gather information about the market, manage relationships with vendors, and ensure that purchases are made on time by placing orders with vendors.
2.    In line with the standards and procedures identified by the facility and the Head Office, carry out all purchases related to the facility in coordination with the Purchasing Department and monitor, plan and deliver them on time and according to budgetary discipline.
3.    Gather quotes from companies for all supplies that enter the facility.
4.    Decide on how the supplies will be purchased, in line with the policies identified by Cluster General Manager.
5.    Prepare lists of approved suppliers.
6.    Collect orders from the departments and ask for written quotes from companies. Submit the top three quotes that are compatible with the policy.
7.    Organise the drivers and vehicles for purchasing and administrative purposes.
8.    Control the invoices and waybills for goods purchased from other companies and organisations.
9.    Control whether the goods received from the companies comply with the required quality standards. Contact companies that have not delivered goods with the required quality standards and ensure that the proper quality goods are delivered.
10.    Ensure that employees in the Purchasing Department work in a coherent and systematic manner.
11.    Organise periodic department meetings.
12.    Identify the training needs of the department’s employees and offer in-house and external training opportunities.
13.    Motivate employees by creating an appropriate environment physically, socially and psychologically in the department.
14.    Attend training programmes for the management team.
15.    Maintain good relationships will all department managers.
16.    Ensure that all official documents are filed and maintained in an orderly manner.
17.    Establish good relationships with service and product providers.
18.    Keep track of the innovations in the industry and attend industry-specific trade fairs.
19.    Take part in the Food Safety Team and attend the MR meetings.
20.    To predict that all activities and to be purchased all equipment and belongings may create disease for the environment, to join all activities which is organized to protect biological diversity and shares the responsibilities, shares the individual responsibilities in order to increase environment knowledge and to carry on necessary trainings. To provide minimum consumption currently used all stuffs and equipment (paper, printed out etc.). 
21.    To implement his responsibilities in order to eliminate and collect waste in a proper way, reduce environmental pollution and harmful effects to the environment and lead to staffs.
22.    To provide carrying chemicals safely, carrying, storing and using in accordance with laws.
23.    Carry out all responsibilities related to the quality management and food safety management systems implemented at the facilities.
24.    Carry out all other duties assigned by managers and hotel management not specified in the job description.
 

What is expected of you and others at this level in Operations for functional success:

• Works to understand complex functional situations by paying attention to the details of the tasks at hand and by breaking them down into smaller pieces.
• Ability to work independently and prioritize work assigned
• Strong communication skills (English speaking) and ability to build partnerships with internal and external resources
• Work reviewed for purpose of meeting objectives and accuracy.
• Ensures that clients have a positive experience; commits to meet or exceed client expectations.
• Identifies opportunities to improve efficiency while providing flawless transactions and services.
• Applies judgment within defined parameters.
• Applies working knowledge in the application of concepts, principles, and technical capabilities to perform varied tasks.
• Receives general guidance and may receive more detailed instruction on new projects.

Accountabilities

• Works to support standard processes across inventory management Key Accounts teams.
• Tracks, analyzes, and reports on key performance metrics.
• Works independently to identify current service issues and determines the best sources of data for pinpointing the problem; effectively leads the coordination and resolution of those issues.
• Demonstrates a commitment to meeting service expectations or fulfilling service agreements; consistently meets customers' needs.
• Daily shorts review-Analyzes new/changing customer usage and takes appropriate actions to plan for demand changes.
• Completion of GPO monthly service level review which includes running 16 service level reports in Business objects or Looker, researching DC out lines for accurate service level reason coding for penalty reduction, applying formulas in excel to check for accuracy of changes, formatting the final customer facing report that will be provided to the key accounts internal GPO contact, submitting credit request to internal credit team.
• Review highly impacted service level items for Key Account (CVS)
• Prepare and provide needed excel documents for CVS, which would include weekly updates and trends on impacted service level items. Is it a Cardinal issue or supplier driven issue causing these impacts to the customer.
• Collaborate with Key Accounts on certain action items that may be needed to improve the overall customer service level.
• Strives to understand others' opinions and build agreement among team members; utilizes others' ideas and suggestions to shape solutions.
• Customizes inventory strategies to ensure product availability, maximize in stocks and prevent stock outs.
• Identifies data requirements, often beyond the standard, and collects all relevant data needed to analyze a complex problem, situation, or issue.
• Responsible for meeting In Stock and Service level targets.
• Maintains SOP's

Candidates who are back-to-work, people with disabilities, without a college degree, and Veterans are encouraged to apply.

Cardinal Health supports an inclusive workplace that values diversity of thought, experience and background. We celebrate the power of our differences to create better solutions for our customers by ensuring employees can be their authentic selves each day. Cardinal Health is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, pregnancy, veteran status, marital status, creed, status with regard to public assistance, genetic status or any other status protected by federal, state or local law.

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What is expected of you and others at this level in Operations for functional success:

• Works to understand complex functional situations by paying attention to the details of the tasks at hand and by breaking them down into smaller pieces.
• Ability to work independently and prioritize work assigned
• Strong communication skills (English speaking) and ability to build partnerships with internal and external resources
• Work reviewed for purpose of meeting objectives and accuracy.
• Ensures that clients have a positive experience; commits to meet or exceed client expectations.
• Identifies opportunities to improve efficiency while providing flawless transactions and services.
• Applies judgment within defined parameters.
• Works on projects of moderate scope and complexity
• Applies working knowledge in the application of concepts, principles, and technical capabilities to perform varied tasks.
• Identifies possible solutions to a variety of technical problems and takes action to resolve.
• Receives general guidance and may receive more detailed instruction on new projects.

Accountabilities

• Works to support standard processes across Inventory Management Analytics team
• Tracks, analyzes, and reports on key performance metrics.
• Works independently to identify current IDOC failure issues and determines the best sources of data for pinpointing the problem; effectively leads the coordination and resolution of those issues.
• Help discover issues with the IT systems before they become an impact to the end customer.
• Ensures problem statements and objectives are clearly defined. Ensures requirements are aligned to project scope, objectives, and strategies.
• Focuses on process analysis and re-engineering, with an understanding of technical problems and solutions as they relate to the current and future business environment.
• Demonstrates excellent listening, communication, and facilitation skills.
• Identifies data requirements, often beyond the standard, and collects all relevant data needed to analyze a complex problem, situation, or issue.
• Maintains SOP's

Candidates who are back-to-work, people with disabilities, without a college degree, and Veterans are encouraged to apply.

Cardinal Health supports an inclusive workplace that values diversity of thought, experience and background. We celebrate the power of our differences to create better solutions for our customers by ensuring employees can be their authentic selves each day. Cardinal Health is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, pregnancy, veteran status, marital status, creed, status with regard to public assistance, genetic status or any other status protected by federal, state or local law.

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JOB DESCRIPTION:

Point-of-care diagnostics is a growing and dynamic industry helping to improve clinical and economic outcomes globally. Abbott brings a variety of expert viewpoints on new innovations, insights, and impacts that are shaping the future of diagnostics around the world.

GBS has a global accountability to deliver an exceptional customer experience and create business value through compliance, standardization and data analytics. The GBS group fosters a collaborative, team focused and winning environment where employees are accountable and encouraged to develop themselves.

The Purchasing Specialist is responsible for carrying out the daily purchasing processes for Abbott Rapid Dx North America or Abbott Rapid Dx , LLC, ensuring the timely and efficient procurement of company materials and services. The purchasing team is key to ensuring continued supply of our products, relationship management with our vendors and that all processes and objectives are implemented efficiently and timely and support the overall GBS vision.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Advance perform the daily purchasing processes for stocked items (with an MRP evaluation as needed), nonstocked items, capital equipment and services

• Review and maintain purchasing contingencies to ensure continued supply of product

• Ensure contractual obligations are implemented, maintained and compliant

• Participate in daily team meetings to address open tasks, issues and projects and ensure actions are being taken to ensure KPIs are met

• Maintenance of the shared purchasing mailbox, shared web portal for communicating with off-site warehouses.

• Manages incoming urgent requests, work with warehouse, sales, marketing, transport, Masterdata, planning, finance and customer service.

• Establish and maintain strong relationships and work effectively with internal and external customers

• Contribute to the Customer Experience ensuring delivery of acceptable quality goods and services on-time

• Resolve disputes or complaints between requestors and vendors

• Represent Purchasing in all product launch initiatives

• Record and manage actions in relation to supplier incidents

• Participate in quarterly supplier reviews and ensure corrective actions are implemented

• Participate in Projects in the area of the responsibility such as process improvement and implementation

• Produce daily and monthly reports/metrics

• Comply with applicable antitrust and other purchasing-related laws and regulations including Federal Acquisition Regulations for government contracts.

• Communicate the importance of the Quality System to all employees and report on its effectiveness

• Execute applicable Quality System processes

• Other duties as assigned by the immediate superior Abbott Rapid Dx Global Business Services (GBS) Manila

Key Position Competencies

• Functional / Technical skills

• Communicates Effectively

• Time Management

• Agile Learner

• Results Driven

Minimum Qualifications

• Must have experience working with SAP or other ERP/MRP system

• Must be a self-starter with the ability to work in a fast-changing environment

• Must have strong business analytic skills

• Must have a desire for achieving excellence in customer satisfaction and support service delivery

• Must be a team player with high initiative and energy with the ability to work cross-functionally and drive process and projects

• Must be proficient in MS Office Suite

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree (Supply Chain, Business, Finance, Industrial Engineer is preferred) or 3-5 years relevant experience in a purchasing organization required

• Experience with Lean, Six Sigma or Business Management concepts preferred • Certification from APICS or equivalent preferred

The base pay for this position is

In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.

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SIGNIFICANT WORK ACTIVITIES:

What you'll be doing;

1. Vendor Sourcing and Specifications Development

• Source and evaluate potential vendors.
• Develop and refine product/service specifications in collaboration with internal stakeholders.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of market offerings.

2. Bid Management and Bid Selection

• Manage the bidding process, ensuring transparency and fairness.
• Participate in the selection of bids based on predefined criteria.
• Provide detailed analysis and recommendations on bid selections.

3. Contract Assistance and Documentation

• Assist in drafting and reviewing procurement contracts.
• Maintain comprehensive and accurate procurement documentation.
• Ensure all procurement activities are well-documented and compliant.

4. Delivery Coordination and Payment Processing

• Coordinate the delivery schedule of goods and services.
• Work closely with finance for timely payment processing.
• Ensure alignment between delivery timelines and project schedules.

5. Delivery Quality Control

• Conduct quality checks upon delivery.
• Ensure delivered goods/services meet specified standards.
• Coordinate with suppliers to address any quality issues

• Preferably a Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Operations Management, Economics, or a related field
• A minimum of 2-3 years of experience in procurement, purchasing, or a closely related field. 
• Experience in a dynamic business environment, particularly in a startup setting, will be highly regarded.
• Proficiency in procurement software or ERP software will be prioritized but not required.
• Strong understanding of supply chain and procurement principles.
• Competence in market analysis and procurement strategies.
• Proficiency in data analysis tools such as Excel or Google Sheets, with the ability to utilize these tools for effective procurement planning and reporting.

Specialized Skills:

• Negotiation: Strong negotiation skills for securing favorable terms and cost savings.
• Vendor Management: Proven experience in evaluating, selecting, and maintaining relationships with suppliers.
• Strategic Sourcing: Skills in identifying and engaging with suppliers to meet organizational needs effectively.
• Risk Management: Capability to identify and mitigate procurement risks.
• Communication: Excellent communication abilities for effective internal collaboration and external supplier relations.
• Adaptability: Ability to quickly adapt to changing priorities and needs in a fast-paced environment.
• Regulatory compliance: Knowledge of relevant laws and regulations in the Philippines pertaining to procurement and contracts