Procurement Continuous Improvement Manager (S2P)

At Grace Global Business Services (GBS) Manila, our teams play a critical role in supporting the organization’s worldwide operations. For more than a decade, GBS has been a trusted partner, delivering expertise in shared services, process excellence, and digital enablement. Our team members support business lines and functions across Grace, including Finance, Human Resources, Information Technology, Procurement, Supply Chain and more.  You’ll have the opportunity to make an impact—working alongside global colleagues to help shape the chemical manufacturing industry. You’ll be part of a collaborative, team-oriented culture where safety comes first. We prioritize your well-being by offering competitive benefits and flexible working options that help you thrive. Here, you’ll find meaningful ways to grow your career, whether deepening your expertise in your field or exploring new roles.

We are looking for a Procurement Continuous Improvement Manager to lead the design, governance, and continuous improvement of our Source‑to‑Pay (S2P) downstream processes. This role plays a critical part in standardizing, simplifying, and automating procurement operations from purchase requisition to payment while driving productivity, compliance, and value creation across the organization.

You will work closely with global stakeholders, procurement leaders, and shared service teams to deliver best‑in‑class procurement operations in a dynamic, global environment.

What You'll Do

• Drive the execution of the Downstream Procurement roadmap across the S2P landscape
• Standardize, streamline, and automate downstream procurement processes to improve efficiency and compliance
• Review, enhance, and govern S2P policies, identifying gaps, risks, and cost‑saving opportunities
• Develop, maintain, and govern Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Work Instructions (WIs)
• Ensure all process documentation is current, compliant, and published in the Document Management System
• Partner with Procurement Operations Managers and the S2P Global Process Owner to ensure global alignment
• Define and monitor Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to track process performance and outcomes
• Build and strengthen core capabilities of tactical buyers through competency development and coaching
• Support the S2P Helpdesk by addressing root causes of recurring issues and improving service quality
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives, including incremental and step‑change transformations
• Deliver measurable results in cost reduction, cash flow optimization, and productivity
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders and external partners to support business objectives
• Benchmark against industry best practices to ensure processes remain competitive and future‑ready
• Contribute to the Annual Operating Plan and longer‑term strategic planning initiatives

What You Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or a related field
• At least 7 years of end‑to‑end procurement experience
• At least 5 years experience in a leadership or process ownership role within Purchase Requisition‑to‑Pay processes
• Hands‑on experience with procurement systems such as SAP, Ariba, SAC, Celonis

What We Can Offer

• Guaranteed 14th Month Pay
• Above-market Retirement Plan Design
• LinkedIn Learning Access
• Established Performance Incentive Program
• HMO coverage for employees on day 1 (with pandemic coverage)
• Free HMO coverage for up to 3 qualified dependents
• Educational Assistance