In this role, you are expected to drive and support global sourcing and contracting events in the low impact stream of Manulife’s indirect spend categories including but not limited to, Marketing, Real Estate, IT, (either or all of Hardware, Software, SaaS, Telecom) HR, Office Supplies, Business Print, and Professional Services. **Key Responsibilities:** + Manage sourcing initiatives assigned for low spend deals, ensuring timelines are met while maintaining the integrity and quality of the Intake to Contracting (I2C) process. + Establish and maintain collaborative relationships with business unit owners, procurement onshore partners and vendors. + Conduct negotiations to secure deals that drive savings and meet business requirements. + Ensure compliance with internal procurement policies and standards and manage the work intake tools (Ivalua). + Maintain engagement with Category Managers/Tower Leads to share best practices and align with category strategies. + Review and negotiate vendor contracts with vendors, stakeholders, and subject matter experts. + Coordinate with functional subject matter experts such as Risk, Legal, Finance, and Tax to ensure compliance with company standards. + Support business units' understanding of procurement processes, policies, and systems. + Drive efficiencies and reduce the cycle time of assigned deals to improve internal stakeholder satisfaction and user experience. **Required Qualifications:** + At least 5 years of relevant experience in Procurement + Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related field. + Proficiency in procurement systems such as Ivalua. + Must be willing to report on a hybrid work arrangement in Quezon City **Preferred Qualifications:** + Proven experience in procurement, strategic sourcing, and supplier management. + Strong negotiation skills and the ability to drive cost-saving initiatives. + Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate with internal stakeholders and external suppliers. + Analytical skills to perform detailed cost analysis and market research. + Proficiency in procurement systems such as Ivalua. + Ability to manage multiple projects and prioritize tasks effectively + Attentive to details, and can work efficiently under minimal supervision **When you join our team:** + We’ll empower you to learn and grow the career you want. + We’ll recognize and support you in a flexible environment where well-being and inclusion are more than just words. + As part of our global team, we’ll support you in shaping the future you want to see. **Acerca de Manulife y John Hancock** Manulife Financial Corporation es un importante proveedor internacional de servicios financieros que ayuda a las personas a tomar decisiones de una manera más fácil y a vivir mejor. Para obtener más información acerca de nosotros, visite http://www.manulife.com . **Manulife es un empleador que ofrece igualdad de oportunidades** En Manulife/John Hancock, valoramos nuestra diversidad. Nos esforzamos por atraer, formar y retener una fuerza laboral tan diversa como los clientes a los que prestamos servicios, y para fomentar un entorno laboral inclusivo en el que se aprovechen las fortalezas de las culturas y las personas. Estamos comprometidos con la equidad en las contrataciones, la retención de talento, el ascenso y la remuneración, y administramos todas nuestras prácticas y programas sin discriminación por motivos de raza, ascendencia, lugar de origen, color, origen étnico, ciudadanía, religión o creencias religiosas, credo, sexo (incluyendo el embarazo y las afecciones relacionadas con este), orientación sexual, características genéticas, condición de veterano, identidad de género, expresión de género, edad, estado civil, estatus familiar, discapacidad, o cualquier otro aspecto protegido por la ley vigente. Nuestra prioridad es eliminar las barreras para garantizar la igualdad de acceso al empleo. Un representante de Recursos Humanos trabajará con los solicitantes que requieran una adaptación razonable durante el proceso de solicitud. Toda la información que se haya compartido durante el proceso de solicitud de adaptación se almacenará y utilizará de manera congruente con las leyes y las políticas de Manulife/John Hancock correspondientes. Para solicitar una adaptación razonable en el proceso de solicitud, envíenos un mensaje a recruitment@manulife.com . **Modalidades de Trabajo** Híbrido