CALVIN GATUMBATO , LCB, MBA-CCSCM
Iloilo City
Summary
Results-driven procurement professional with extensive experience in supply chain management, vendor negotiations, and contract administration. Expertise in driving cost savings and enhancing operational efficiency through strategic sourcing and strong supplier relationships. Committed to team collaboration and achieving measurable outcomes while demonstrating adaptability to evolving business needs. Proficient in market analysis, risk management, and utilizing advanced procurement software to optimize processes.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Procurement Officer
TELUS International Philippines
Iloilo City
02.2024 - Current
- Directed end-to-end procurement strategy, ensuring cost efficiency, compliance, and alignment with organizational goals
- Led vendor management initiatives, including onboarding, accreditation, and performance optimization to strengthen supplier partnerships
- Oversaw high-value procurement projects and competitive bidding processes for critical equipment and services
- Negotiated and reviewed contracts in collaboration with Legal, minimizing risk and securing favorable commercial terms
- Implemented procurement and asset management strategies to optimize resource utilization and support operational scalability
- Established controls for inventory and supply management, ensuring continuity of operations across facilities and departments
- Drove cross-functional collaboration with key stakeholders to streamline procurement processes and improve project execution
Procurement and Logistics Supervisor
Fair Trade Outsourcing Ph Inc.
Iloilo City
07.2020 - 02.2024
- Led end-to-end procurement and logistics operations across OPEX and CAPEX categories, ensuring cost efficiency and operational alignment
- Directed strategic sourcing and vendor negotiations, securing favorable commercial terms and strengthening supplier partnerships
- Managed the full procurement lifecycle, including RFQ, evaluation, contract execution, and purchase order management
- Oversaw importation processes and logistics coordination, ensuring regulatory compliance and timely delivery of critical goods
- Governed contract management for critical equipment, preventive maintenance services, and vendor agreements
- Implemented process improvements that enhanced workflow efficiency, reduced operational costs, and streamlined procurement systems
- Supervised inventory and asset management, including stock control, asset transfers, and liquidation activities
- Strengthened financial controls through PO management, petty cash oversight, and accurate documentation in QuickBooks
- Led cross-functional collaboration with internal stakeholders and vendors to ensure seamless supply chain and operational continuity
- Mentored and developed team members, promoting best practices in procurement, logistics, and compliance
Customs Representative
Sun Air Cargo Handlers Inc.
Paranaque City
01.2019 - 07.2020
- Leverage strong operational expertise in international logistics and trade compliance by managing shipping line requirements, delivery orders, and end-to-end customs clearance for both sea and air shipments.
- Ensure accurate tariff classification, duty and tax computation, and regulatory permit processing in compliance with Philippine import/export regulations
- Act as a key liaison between clients, forwarders, customs authorities and logistics providers.
- Resolving disputes, facilitating smooth cargo release, and ensuring timely dispatch to warehouses and end users.
- Regularly engage stakeholders through client consultations to provide guidance on importation processes and regulatory requirement
- Advise clients for correct incoterms used for negotiation with abroad vendor to have properly flow of importation
Education
Customs Compliance And Supply Chain Management
Adamson University
03-2025
Bachelor of Science - Customs Administration
John B Lacson Foundation
Molo04-2018
Skills
- Cross-border trade knowledge
- Strategic negotiation skills
- Supplier relationship management
- Supply chain management
- Project execution
- Bid process management
- Spend analysis
- Category management
- Cost calculation
- Problem-solving
- Contract negotiations
- E-procurement systems
Accomplishments
- I was able to onboard new suppliers in different industries and successfully get a best deal and credit terms with them
- I was able to successfully process and facilitate the import of the company during the pandemic despite the company not having accreditation during that time.
- I was able to complete the urgent equipment by the company during the black out period (busiest period in BPO)
- We were able with my team to reduce the previous expenses versus and maximize the resources available in the company through audit.
- Establish tracker for procurement process and initiated the procurement process in Philippine
Affiliations
Affiliation: Chamber of Customer Brokers Inc-Western Visayas Chapter President : 2024-Present
Certification
- Customs Broker Licensure Examination- 88.50
LANGUAGE
English
Tagalog
Timeline
Procurement Officer
TELUS International Philippines
02.2024 - Current
Procurement and Logistics Supervisor
Fair Trade Outsourcing Ph Inc.
07.2020 - 02.2024
Customs Representative
Sun Air Cargo Handlers Inc.
01.2019 - 07.2020
Customs Compliance And Supply Chain Management
Adamson University
Bachelor of Science - Customs Administration
John B Lacson Foundation