Job Title: Project Procurement Manager
Employment: Permanent
Location: Manila, Philippines

Responsibilities
1. Develop and Implement Procurement Strategies Develop and implement holistic procurement strategies for self-built engineering projects, covering materials, equipment, installation, and services. Lead supplier qualification, commercial negotiations, and contract structuring to achieve economies of scale, cost optimization, and risk control. 2. Establish Global Sourcing Processes Establish an efficient, closed-loop global sourcing process and standard system. Integrate advanced digital tools to drive process optimization and transparency, ensuring compliance and traceability across the entire procurement chain. 3. Foster Cross-Functional Collaboration Work closely with core business units (Engineering, Design, Budgeting) to consolidate requirements. Ensure precise alignment between project timelines and procurement schedules. 4. Design Supplier Strategy & Risk Management Design supplier strategy, capacity building, and risk management mechanisms. Continuously monitor industry and supply chain trends, develop a critical supplier database, and introduce innovative partnership models and long-term strategic agreements. 5. Benchmark and Drive Innovation Benchmark against industry leaders and drive innovation. Engage with leading external companies in infrastructure and energy, as well as internal departments, to benchmark processes, exchange technical knowledge, and co-create innovative procurement models to enhance the Group’s competitive edge. 6. Influence Major Procurement Decisions Participate in and influence major Group procurement decisions. Provide professional analysis and strategic recommendations to senior leadership, ensuring optimal balance of cost, quality, timeline, and compliance in key projects.


Requirement Bachelor’s degree or above, preferably in Engineering Management, Logistics Management, Procurement & Supply Chain, or related fields Minimum 8 years of procurement experience in self-built engineering projects within large-scale infrastructure or energy enterprises. Must have directly led procurement projects valued at PHP 85 billion or above, with proven experience in multi-regional centralized procurement and supply chain integration. Deep understanding of the supplier landscape for engineering materials, equipment, and subcontracting. Ability to formulate and execute effective centralized sourcing strategies. Proficiency in procurement process standardization, transparency, and digitalization methodologies. Track record of successfully building or optimizing procurement systems. Commercial & Legal Acumen Solid international commercial negotiation skills and knowledge of contract law/compliance. Capable of safeguarding organizational interests in complex cross-border projects. Excellent cross-functional communication and collaboration skills. Ability to drive strategic execution effectively in multicultural and multi-regulatory environments. Proficiency in Tagalog and English
Recruiter-in-charge:
Name: Rodney Chong
Email: rodney.chong@airswift.com