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How a Chemical Supplier Hired a Remote Procurement Analyst for $1,000/ month

Learn how our clients utilize Somewhere to hire top overseas talent.
In this post, we’ll address common recruitment challenges and explain how remote hiring can solve them.
Success Stories is a regular series all about the talent our clients hire via Somewhere and how much they cost. New here? Somewhere is a remote staffing agency that helps small businesses hire top overseas talent for 80% less than US equivalents.

Editor’s note: Some customers prefer not to be named, so we’ve purposefully removed their company name from this article. We’re their secret weapon. :-) Name of the hired applicant has been changed for privacy purposes.

What does this client’s business do? 

They are a full-service chemical supplier and distributor, providing supply chain solutions for chemicals, minerals, and other raw materials. Their offered solutions include sales & product management, sourcing, and logistics management. Our client takes pride in their commitment to delivering the best customer service to their wide range of clientele. 

 

Who was hired and what was their role?

They were looking for a Sourcing & Procurement Analyst who could handle sourcing, purchasing, expediting, and supplier relationship management. After assessing candidates, Somewhere recommended hiring Jerome. 

Jerome does the following as their Sourcing & Procurement Analyst:

  • Enters purchase orders accurately
  • Monitors shipment of goods
  • Identifies and contacts appropriate vendors for new product sourcing
  • Coordinates with suppliers and product managers

 By leveraging Somewhere’s expertise, the client was able to hire from the Philippines, where they found Jerome, a skilled professional ready to support their business needs.

What is the salary of the individual they hired?

Jerome now works full-time in the client time zone for $1,000 per month.

What was the candidate’s background before being hired?

With four years of experience in purchasing and logistics, Jerome had a proven track record in managing procurement processes. His responsibilities included procuring equipment, consolidating purchase orders, and handling billings.

Known for his perfectionist approach, Jerome values open communication with his supervisor and colleagues, ensuring efficient and effective collaboration.

If your business is looking to hire Filipino VAs, hire Filipino EAs, or even expand operations and hire from Latin America, Somewhere can connect you with the right talent.

Need to hire someone like this too?

When you need to hire from the Philippines or hire from Latin America to find top talent for your business, Somewhere is here to help.

We specialize in connecting businesses with skilled professionals across various roles, including customer support, virtual assistants, operations, project managers, creatives, development, and accounting. Whether you want to hire Latin American remote workers, hire South African remote employees, or hire Filipino remote contractors, we provide exceptional talent for up to 80% less than U.S. equivalents.

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