MA. CRISTINA C. PALCO
SOURCING & PROCUREMENT SPECIALIST - US & EMEA
ABOUT ME
Proactive Procurement & Supply Chain Specialist with 7 years of experience in FMCG, construction, and export
operations, skilled in strategic sourcing, vendor management, and contract governance. Adept at negotiating costeffective agreements, managing supplier compliance, and maintaining up-to-date legal and contractual
documentation in line with governance standards. Experienced in cross-functional collaboration with Finance, Legal,
and Risk teams to mitigate supplier risks and ensure end-to-end procurement integrity. Recognized for delivering
measurable cost savings, strengthening supplier relationships, and streamlining processes to support organizational
growth and operational efficiency.
EDUCATION
2014 - 2018
Bachelor of Science in Business Administration
University of Makati
Major in Supply Chain Managament - Cum Laude
Philippine Institute for Supply Management (PISM) SCHOLAR 1st – 4th YR
CORE SKILLS
Strategic Sourcing & Procurement (FMCG & Construction)
Vendor Management & Contract Negotiation
Supplier Relationship Management
ERP Systems: SAP Business One, Odoo ERP, GSCT
Supply Chain & Export Operations
Compliance, Governance & Risk Management
Market Research & Cost Optimization
Purchase Requisition & Order Management
Advanced Negotiation & Cost-Saving Strategies
Microsoft Office Suite | Data Analysis | Reporting
WORK EXPERIENCE
Nov 2024 - Present
Jones Lang LaSalle
SSC (Philippines) Inc.
Taguig
Sourcing & Procurement Specialist - US & EMEA
Acted as part of the Supply Chain Control Program (SCCP) team, ensuring all
supplier legal and compliance documents are accurate, complete, and up to
date.
Partnered with Sourcing and FM Team, Legal, and Risk teams to evaluate, and
contract suppliers, review counter proposals, and assess risks.
Managed supplier communications, contract negotiations, and compliance
requirements, including documentation tracking and lifecycle management.
Maintained data integrity across supplier and contract databases, proactively
identifying and resolving compliance gaps.
Conducted compliance monitoring, reporting, and sample checks to ensure
adherence to JLL and client standards.
Served as a point of contact for supply chain compliance and data governance
matters at the country/regional level.
WORK EXPERIENCE
Aug 2022 - Nov 2024
Market Reach Int'l
Resources Corp.
Makati
Mar 2018 - Aug 2022
First Multi-Tech
Industrial
Development and
Corporation
Mandaluyong
Procurement Officer – Export (FMCG)
Led end-to-end procurement for FMCG export operations, ensuring compliance
with international trade rules.
Sourced and onboarded suppliers (including outsourcing by client need)
Actively attended trade expos to identify potential partners and grow a
competitive supplier network.
Built and maintained strong supplier relationships, fostering long-term
partnerships for mutual advantage.
Created and issued POs; thoroughly verified item specs, UOM, quantities, pricing,
tax treatment (VAT/non-VAT), delivery terms, and ship-to details.
Negotiated pricing, payment terms, and VAT/non-VAT arrangements, securing
discounts and optimizing landed costs.
Coordinated logistics with vendors/forwarders for smooth, on-time deliveries;
reduced lead times and shipment costs.
Maintained accurate purchasing documentation (POs, invoices, delivery receipts)
and reconciliations to prevent payment discrepancies.
Managed vendor performance and compliance, monitoring SLAs and delivery
schedules.
Purchaser / Technical Buyer II
Managed procurement for engineering requirements (mechanical, electrical,
and civil works) to support cell site construction and maintenance.
Handled the full purchase cycle — reviewing purchase requisitions (PRs),
creating purchase orders (POs), and ensuring accuracy of all details before
approval.
Led the RFQ and bidding process, consolidating proposals and evaluating
vendor qualifications, compliance, pricing, and technical capabilities.
Recommended best value-for-money solutions to end-users based on technical
and financial assessments.
Conducted ocular inspections at cell sites to assess actual conditions, verify
project progress, and align procurement with site requirements.
Built and maintained strong relationships with subcontractors, fostering mutual
advantage and long-term collaboration.
Tracked and monitored PO progress to ensure timely delivery, fulfillment, and
client approval; validated invoices, delivery receipts, and supporting documents.
Processed vendor payments, coordinating with finance for pending but
validated documents, while reviewing contract terms and risks to safeguard
company interests.
Analytical Sensory Panelist (Part-Time)
2015 - 2018
Jollibee Food Corp.
Pasig
Conducted product testing and
compliance with quality standards.
calibration,
ensuring
consistency
REFERENCES
Genelly Riena Acero
Joseph Ace Tigas
Labor Relations Asst. Manager
Mechanical Design Engineer
TOA Global
Meinhardt Philippines, Inc.
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