Purchasing and Importation Head

Importation Head (with retail background)

Management - Area/Multi-site (Retail & Consumer Products)

The Importation Head (with retail background) is responsible in managing effective procurement of goods and services at the most economical price, the best terms and conditions and consistent with quality and delivery requirements. He or she is also responsible in developing purchasing strategies, maintaining positive relationships with suppliers and in optimizing purchasing activities and processes. He or she is also responsible for overseeing company's importation shipments.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Responsible in implementing sourcing and purchasing strategies in order to improve company’s cost competitiveness, product quality and delivery services.
• Ensures that purchase requisitions are served within the purchasing lead time and requisitioners are being provided with up-to-date information on the status of their requisitions.
• Negotiates contracts with accredited suppliers to achieve the most favorable terms of business for the Company.
• Reviews contracts for the supply of goods and services to ensure that the terms and conditions are being carried out effectively. Renegotiate terms when necessary.
• Sources for alternative suppliers in order to ensure supply availability and cost. Ensuring continuous flow of supply of materials and timely response to purchase request, adheres to “no stock out of materials” policy.
• Checks/validates purchase orders prepared by buyer/staff based on authority limits prior to endorsement to approving officers.
• Conducts data analysis of annual and quarterly spends on materials purchases, mode of deliveries, support and services and other overhead expenses.
• Recommends initiatives to save on costs and generate savings for the Company.
• Maintains subject matter expertise in all import operations and legal requirements including availment of the applicable incentives.
• Ensures that the shipment adheres to customs rules and regulations. Monitor and respond to all customs inquiries and requests.
• Sources for the most advantageous customs clearing agents that will provide the best service & cost to the company.
• Monitors prevailing market/industry/technology trends that would affect cost of commodities and/or cause potential disruptions in supply. Keeps abreast of any new regulations and legislation on matters that would affect costs and import rules/procedures that would also affect supply.
• Performs supply research and development work that would involve the development of new supply sources and/or alternative materials for accreditation of new suppliers.

Qualifications

• Graduate of BS Commerce, BS in Customs Administration or any business-related course.
• Must have 5-10 years related work experience from retail environment
• Has relevant background experience in Importation and Procurement.
• Strong knowledge and command of import, general procurement, documentation, compliances and practices.
• Good understanding of the Importation Business Supply Chain, Market Research, business trends, and logistics operations.
• Physically and mentally fit to perform the assigned tasks as the job role may require. Willing to learn and can work with the team.
• Must have strong buying skills, analytical and influential skills. .Must have the ability to draw conclusions based on analysis.
• Must have strong leadership skills.
• Must have strong focus on results and must have high degree of business acumen.

With more than two decades of experience as an indoor air and climate parts and supplies expert, we continue to innovate and work with experts in the HVAC industry through partnerships with the leading manufacturers from different countries to help not only homes but businesses thrive via advanced, quality, and affordable HVAC related solutions that drive health, efficiency, and productivity indoors.

To this day, 1Rotary is making its mark further in the industry with over 90 branches and more than 600 employees in the Philippines. We build bridges in the archipelago by making products available in the different major cities across the country. Providing stable jobs for our countrymen inspires us to go the distance

1 ROTARY WAY

1Rotary Way is a unique application of our business ethics. It outlines the fundamental core values and business methods that all of our people should follow and apply in each aspect of their day-to-day work. Our employees are our greatest assets. That is why each employee serving our clients is trained to do business with integrity, to profit wisely, and never to sacrifice short-term gain for long-term relationships with clients, suppliers, and co-workers.

1Rotary will continue to succeed through fair management practices and by constantly developing our business skills. We pride ourselves on having trained and knowledgeable people who exemplify the values that the company holds.

A GROWING BRAND

Constant training of our people, innovation, and total client satisfaction have long been the hallmarks of 1Rotary, and it is a tried and tested formula that has enabled us to remain at the top of our game for more than two decades.

But 1Rotary is a company that does not rest on its laurels. Indeed, continuous expansion is at the forefront—a move that will enable us to bring our own brands and products to more customers in the regional and global market in the years to come.

1Rotary is also huge in the area of CSR. Through the World Vision program--Child Sponsorship. We have been able to help more than 80 children as of today by helping their communities establish long-term access to essentials like clean water, nutrition, education, and more, according to their needs.

With more than two decades of experience as an indoor air and climate parts and supplies expert, we continue to innovate and work with experts in the HVAC industry through partnerships with the leading manufacturers from different countries to help not only homes but businesses thrive via advanced, quality, and affordable HVAC related solutions that drive health, efficiency, and productivity indoors.

To this day, 1Rotary is making its mark further in the industry with over 90 branches and more than 600 employees in the Philippines. We build bridges in the archipelago by making products available in the different major cities across the country. Providing stable jobs for our countrymen inspires us to go the distance

1 ROTARY WAY

1Rotary Way is a unique application of our business ethics. It outlines the fundamental core values and business methods that all of our people should follow and apply in each aspect of their day-to-day work. Our employees are our greatest assets. That is why each employee serving our clients is trained to do business with integrity, to profit wisely, and never to sacrifice short-term gain for long-term relationships with clients, suppliers, and co-workers.

1Rotary will continue to succeed through fair management practices and by constantly developing our business skills. We pride ourselves on having trained and knowledgeable people who exemplify the values that the company holds.

A GROWING BRAND

Constant training of our people, innovation, and total client satisfaction have long been the hallmarks of 1Rotary, and it is a tried and tested formula that has enabled us to remain at the top of our game for more than two decades.

But 1Rotary is a company that does not rest on its laurels. Indeed, continuous expansion is at the forefront—a move that will enable us to bring our own brands and products to more customers in the regional and global market in the years to come.

1Rotary is also huge in the area of CSR. Through the World Vision program--Child Sponsorship. We have been able to help more than 80 children as of today by helping their communities establish long-term access to essentials like clean water, nutrition, education, and more, according to their needs.

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Perks and benefits

Medical

Birthday Leave, Uniform, Team Bonding, HMO for Emp

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