Total 3 research associate job vacancies in Purchasing / Procurement / Inventory category in makati metro manila

The Operational Procurement Professional is part of the Vendor Management Operations Team, which is located in Avaloq's centralized Vendor Management Team. The Vendor Management Team ensures that the goods Avaloq needs are available and that the services to be procured are negotiated at the best possible conditions. Smoothly functioning purchasing is an important basis for the successful realization of our projects and the best possible satisfaction of our customers. The Vendor Management Operations Team consists of various specialists with responsibilities in the areas of contracting, procure-to-pay and system/tool administration.

In this role you will work closely with contract managers, vendor management category leads and global stakeholders (including project managers and PMOs) to ensure PO Documents and onboarding and offboarding of external employees are in line with our recent processes and policies. A core result of this position is to guarantee a smooth handling of Avaloq’s entire operational purchasing process, being part of various projects, and important assistance with internal and external procurement audits.

Your key tasks:

• Execute purchase orders in accordance with our purchase requisitions (reviewing and analysing). Support finance and business colleagues in both the good receipts and invoice approval process and oversee the onboarding, extension and offboarding of externals employees.
• Vendor Master Creation
• Make sure to adhere to our Group Procurement Policies, processes, and guidelines. (including approval of purchase requisitions and/ or purchase orders)
• Plan, execute, and finalize procurement projects according to deadlines and within budget. Acquiring resources and coordinating the efforts of team members and internal departments to deliver according to plan.
• Offer buying support if needed: Supports business end users with Item Requests and Onboarding Process. Trains and educates internal stakeholders on existing processes and familiarizes them with those. Provide inputs to improve the procurement to pay process.
• Support other team members in their daily procurement tasks.

The Procurement Associate is responsible for the timely and cost-effective procurement of local materials, supplies, or services for the plant operations. He/she is also responsible for looking for reliable vendors with good after-sales service to assure economical costs to the company.

Master Data Administration
The responsibilities and accountabilities of the position include but are not limited to the following:
● Execute, control and monitor the master data processes (for example: the creation, change, consolidation, and distribution of master data)
● Determines whether or not a newly requested master data object already exists in the central system
● Assemble master data input information from key stakeholders (Operations, Sales & Finance) and other master data admin to ensure the completeness, accuracy, and alignment of the data to be created or changed
● Follow and maintain naming convention guidelines where applicable
● Ensure data quality, compliance and consistency of master data across business systems
● Perform regular master data health checks to ensure that required master data across systems are accurate, complete, up-to-date, and available
● Own the resolution of all master data related issues, these include data gathering &
understanding the issues through master data gap analysis, root cause analysis & correction, and coordination with various internal support team and end-user
● Provide support related to master data requirements for change requests and new system implementations
● Assist business process experts in defining standard operating procedures, process flows and related documentation.
● Assist with the maintenance and review of system user guides particularly in the master data setup to ensure they are accurate and up to date at all times

Purchase Requisition to Purchase Order Processing
1. Determines the materials, supplies, or services needed for operation through daily review of approved Purchase Requisitions.
2. Coordinates with the internal customers for the specifications of the materials, supplies, or services particularly those that are highly technical and complex.
3. Prepares and processes all approved purchase requisitions of materials, supplies, or
services by conducting bidding procedures or canvassing with different vendors.
4. Negotiates for the best possible price on all purchases.
5. Prepares purchase orders based on approved purchase recommendation summary and ensures the accuracy of all entries in a timely manner.
6. Reviews and provides guidance in the preparation of contracts, agreements, and
amendments.
7. Keeps internal customers informed on updates of schedule changes and/or status of their purchase requisitions.

Purchase Order Delivery
8. Coordinates the processing of purchased materials, supplies, or services (e.g. ordering,
delivery, checking, receiving, and conducting follow-up), ensuring that materials and supplies received or and services rendered are as ordered - right price with right quality and quantity delivered at the right place within the time specified by the requisitioner.
9. Identifies corrective action remedies for defective or unacceptable materials, supplies, or services and coordinates with the vendor regarding rejects, returns, or repairs.

Payment Facilitation
10. Ensures timely payment to suppliers by mediating in billing reconciliations between
vendors and Accounting for settlement of invoice discrepancies for actual materials, supplies, or services ordered and delivered.

Supplier Management
11. Secures renewal and completion of supplier Accreditation requirements on a yearly basis for items being handled.
12. Assess the accredited vendor competence under the annual Vendor Performance

Evaluation Rating wherein compliance with purchase order agreements is being monitored
and reviewed.
13. Updates filing database for Accreditation and Vendor Performance Evaluation Rating and provide feedback to suppliers.

14. Manages existing supplier relationships to ensure continuity of delivery of materials,
supplies, or services that meets performance standards of the company while seeking new ones.

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