Procurement Associate (Fixed Term)

Aboitiz Foods

Aboitiz Foods is an integrated regional food and agribusiness company dedicated to creating a high-performance culture anchored on our time-honored values of Integrity, Teamwork, Innovation, and Responsibility. Through the collective strengths of our subsidiaries, Pilmico and Gold Coin, we believe in sustainably feeding Asia’s growth from mill to meal.

We are constantly improving and optimizing our processes by integrating the value chain around Asia. We leverage our sector expertise and capabilities to deliver quality every time. With our world-class technology and culture of constant innovation, we devote ourselves to serving you better.

At Aboitiz Foods, we embrace change and inspire innovation, leading the way in food and agribusiness solutions. Join us as we shape the future of food in Asia and build a culture where, together, we nourish the future.

https://www.aboitizfoods.com/

Job Description

The Procurement Associate will support the procurement team in acquiring goods and services needed for the organization to operate efficiently. He/She will maintain a smooth and cost-effective procurement process, contributing to the overall success of the organization

Responsibilities

Ensure the accurate and real-time execution of tasks related to the process/es they are responsible for, including the recording of information and report generation in the designated forms and platforms (e.g. SAP)

Integrate with other parties/ functions whose processes are interfaced with their processes (to enable alignment, efficient flow of the process, and effective implementation of controls)

Purchasing Info Record

Input the negotiated and agreed-upon terms into the SAP system to create the Purchasing Info Record
Ensure the accuracy of data entered, including material specifications, pricing details, tax code and supplier information
Regularly update the Purchasing Info Record to reflect any changes in supplier details, pricing, or other relevant information

Requisitioning

• Assist in sourcing activities in Ivalua such as Request for Quotations (RFQs)
• Consolidate additional specifications in the text field in SAP
• Participate in the evaluation of bids/ proposals from vendors
• Awards supplier

Procurement

Update the Purchase Requisition with the awarded supplier in SAP

Generate and process purchase orders based on approved requisitions

Revise the purchase order (PO) in case of rejection, enabling the initiation of the PO approval process once again within SAP

Requests approval for a reconsideration if the delivered materials fail to meet the QA inspection criteria

Supplier Evaluation & Performance Monitoring

Conduct evaluations based on the established criteria on a scheduled basis

Assign scores or ratings to suppliers based on their performance against the defined criteria.

Utilize SAP reporting tools to generate supplier evaluation reports

Analyze evaluation results and provide recommendations for improvements or changes in the supplier base

Communicate evaluation results to vendors and inform the relevant stakeholders

Inbound Delivery

Creates Inbound Delivery for all items for pick up in SAP (if applicable)

Qualifications

Education

Bachelor’s degree, preferably in a business-related course

Experience

With at least 3 – 5 years experience in procurement, preferably in feed mill operation

Other Requirements

• Working knowledge in procurement procedures, logistics, and inventory management
• Knowledge in feed mill operations
• Buying and negotiation skills
• Planning, analysis, and good judgment skills
• Strong interpersonal relationship skills
• High sense of urgency
• Integrity and common sense

Additional Information

Project based, Fixed Term with 1 year contract. 4 Days onsite with 1 day WFH schedule.

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