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Procurement Specialist

Posted 3 Days Ago

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Cebu City, Cebu, Central Visayas, PHL

Hybrid

Mid level

Fintech • HR Tech • Payments • Web3

The Role

Sources goods and services, evaluates and negotiates with suppliers, processes purchase orders, coordinates shipping and customs, monitors deliveries, manages supplier relationships and contracts, ensures procurement compliance, maintains records, and analyzes purchasing data for cost savings.

Summary Generated by Built In

The RISE 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, RISE 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-life balance and have team activities, such as monthly get-togethers to celebrate our wins, and sponsor work-related training and conferences.

Be part of a growing mission-oriented business that requires new leaders who are proficient, proactive, and direct. Be rewarded with great colleagues, a supportive environment, a competitive salary, and a compensation package that includes HMO for you and your family. Flex time is offered for some roles and your teammates will be there to help as you further hone your skills and accomplish responsibilities. Make a difference and grow with us.

The Procurement Specialist sources quality goods and services at competitive cost, keeping deliveries on time and supplier relationships strong. Working under the Procurement Manager, they support cost efficiency, policy compliance, and the uninterrupted flow of materials the business depends on.

Duties and responsibilities:

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

Qualifications:

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

Preffered

Experience in dealing with Vendors
Experience in domestic and/or international shipping
Can start ASAP

Hiring Process

Our team recognizes the importance of your candidacy, and we want to ensure that your application receives the attention it deserves. We aim to give our applicants a good experience by being timely, efficient, and direct. Rest assured that your application will be carefully reviewed and processed promptly.

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Skills Required

Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, or a related field
2–5 years of experience in procurement or purchasing
Strong negotiation skills
Strong analytical skills
Proficiency with procurement software or ERP systems such as SAP or Oracle
Excellent communication and relationship-management abilities
Knowledge of contract law, customs/import regulations, and procurement compliance
Experience dealing with vendors
Experience with domestic or international shipping
Ability to start ASAP

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The Company

304 Employees

What We Do

Our mission is to accelerate internet for the Philippines. RISE provides the best possible internet service experience to customers and works to continually improve our internet service characteristics, including speed, reliability, and overall quality. We focus on providing high-quality, competently supported internet services to enterprise, government, and educational clients. Upgrade to RISE.