Senior Procurement Officer

QBE Insurance

Senior Procurement Officer overseeing vendor management and procurement processes at an international insurance company. Leading compliance initiatives and maintaining vendor relationships for procurement efficacy.

Posted 4/14/2026full-timeCebu • 🇵🇭 PhilippinesSeniorWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Execute end-to-end procurement processes, including vendor sourcing, accreditation, bidding, awarding & contracting
Lead sourcing initiatives and invite possible vendors for accreditation (S&P)
Analyze trends and opportunities to identify savings opportunities
Lead supplier performance surveys and provide overall assessment
Lead audit activities applicable to Procurement process
Drive suppliers compliance to the PO terms (PPP) and conditions
Ensure bidding process integrity at all times (PPP)
Support initiatives to drive procurement processes, improve vendor management and reduce risk
Maintain good relations with vendors and keep up-to-date with vendor offerings (EA/CF)
Organize and participate in product presentations by the suppliers to the interested end-users
Support supplier performance evaluations and document end-user comments regarding supplier supplies and services
Review submitted purchase requests and check completeness & compliance
Organize invitation to bid, purchase orders and contracts that captures all the necessary details and in a timely manner
Prepare and analyze overall canvass summary and recommendation
Negotiate with vendors regarding the prices and relevant terms

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's Degree or equivalent combination of education and work experience
8 years relevant experience
High degree of numeracy & attention to details
Ability to develop and maintain positive working relationships with end-users and vendors
Ability to plan, organize and prioritize tasks
Good negotiation skills
Willingness to travel and stay in Cebu for urgent Procurement matters
Proficiency in MS Excel and other MS Office software
Trainings in Procurement-related functions a plus but not required
Ability to benchmark from other Shared Services Industry, BPOs or other industries when applicable
Effective communication skills (both verbal and written) with superiors, colleagues, suppliers and staff
Good presentation skills.
High sense of urgency to support corporate requirements

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health insurance
Retirement plans
Paid time off
Flexible work arrangements
Professional development

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Hard Skills & Tools

procurement processesvendor sourcingbiddingcontractingsupplier performance evaluationaudit activitiesnegotiationdata analysispurchase order managementcompliance review

Soft Skills

attention to detailrelationship managementplanningorganizationprioritizationnegotiation skillseffective communicationpresentation skillssense of urgencyteam collaboration

Certifications

Bachelor's Degree