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Raquel Rubia

Strategic Sourcing & Procurement Operations Manager
Pilar, Province Of Bataan

Summary

Dynamic Strategic Sourcing & Procurement Operations Manager at GNPower Mariveles Energy Center, adept at driving cost savings and operational efficiency through strategic planning and supplier relationship management. Proven problem-solver with strong organizational management skills, leading initiatives that enhance supply chain capabilities and align with business objectives.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience

Work History

Strategic Sourcing & Proc. Operations Manager

GNPower Mariveles Energy Center Ltd. Co.
03.2024 - Current
  • Manages the strategic sourcing, contracting, and procurement-related strategies, processes, and activities of the BU.
  • Identifies and captures opportunities to generate value in terms of savings and operational efficiency by developing contracting and procurement plans for priority, high-value, high-risk, and high-volume transactions.
  • Manages the communication and implementation of initiatives with end users and suppliers.
  • Collaborates with the Facilities to ensure alignment of sourcing and procurement plans, including timelines.
  • Identifies and fosters professional and good relationships with suppliers.
  • Leads continuous improvement opportunities.
  • Initiates process simplification and process improvement programs to assure functional excellence.
  • Enables supply chain organizational capability consistent with the BU’s objectives.
  • Regularly communicates plans and progress to the whole SCM Group to ensure alignment, and influence the adoption of cost reduction strategies.

Procurement Officer

GNPower Mariveles Energy Center Ltd. Co.
08.2015 - 02.2024
  • Approves the recommendation of Procurement Operations Specialists on opportunity identification and analysis, and ensures that identified contracting plans are implemented, maximized at their identified value, and aligned with management strategies, goals, and objectives.
  • Continuously find ways (that can be influenced by procurement) to improve the competitive advantage of, and add value to, the BU through:
  • Collaborate with the Business Analyst and Process Optimization Specialist, as well as proponents and stakeholders, to analyze spending, budgets, etc.
  • Manages the supply chain risk related to POs and ensures continuity of supply, and mitigation plans for identified supply chain risks are checked and implemented.
  • Works in synergy to ensure SCM policies and contracts are compliant with policies.
  • Manages commercial and supply chain aspects of executed purchase orders and contracts.

Foreign Purchaser

GNPower Mariveles Energy Center Ltd. Co.
11.2011 - 07.2015
  • Executes procurement activities, particularly on Operations and Maintenance items, from the receipt of an approved and complete Purchase Requisition (PR) or offline requirements (e.g., logistics, scrap disposal, advance sourcing, etc.).
  • Collaborates with internal and external stakeholders for proper evaluation of proposals.
  • Ensures that proper cost analysis is made, taking into consideration all incentives that the company may avail (e.g., VAT zero rating, tax treaties, etc.).

Senior Buyer

NPC Alliance Corporation
05.2007 - 11.2011
  • Achieved cost savings by implementing strategic sourcing and supplier negotiations.
  • Managed a diverse portfolio of products, ensuring timely delivery and quality control.
  • Forecasted purchasing trends and improved merchandising strategies.
  • Performed extensive vendor and supplier research to identify cost-effective options and product availability.
  • Spearheaded efforts to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and internal policies within the purchasing department.
  • Conducted thorough spend analysis to identify areas for potential cost savings and efficiencies.

Customer Relation Representative

Kyttas Personnel Provider
07.2006 - 12.2006
  • Strengthened customer relationships by listening to customer concerns and giving priority to service requirements.
  • Promoted superior experience by addressing customer concerns, demonstrating empathy, and resolving problems swiftly.
  • Provided excellent customer care by responding to requests, assisting with product selection and handling ordering functions.
  • Used consultative sales techniques to understand customer needs and recommend relevant products and services.

Office Personnel

Roque Shell Station
01.2004 - 02.2006
  • Monitors business accounts.
  • Prepares vouchers, checks, and other necessary papers for the day’s transactions.
  • Places an order at Shell House for fuel and lubricants supply.
  • Makes the monthly inventory report of the products available at the station.
  • Prepares billing charges and follows up on payments.
  • Does clerical work, such as processing and filing of SSS, Pag-ibig, PhilHealth, BIR, and other remittances of employees?

Education

Bachelor of Science - Business Admin. Major: Entrepreneurial Management

Philippine Women’s University
Manila, Metro Manila, Philippines
04.2001 -

Skills

Operations management

Problem-solving

Customer service

Performance monitoring

Organizational management

Strategic decision-making

Planning and implementation

Strategic planning

Timeline

Strategic Sourcing & Proc. Operations Manager

GNPower Mariveles Energy Center Ltd. Co.
03.2024 - Current

Procurement Officer

GNPower Mariveles Energy Center Ltd. Co.
08.2015 - 02.2024

Foreign Purchaser

GNPower Mariveles Energy Center Ltd. Co.
11.2011 - 07.2015

Senior Buyer

NPC Alliance Corporation
05.2007 - 11.2011

Customer Relation Representative

Kyttas Personnel Provider
07.2006 - 12.2006

Office Personnel

Roque Shell Station
01.2004 - 02.2006

Bachelor of Science - Business Admin. Major: Entrepreneurial Management

Philippine Women’s University
04.2001 -

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