YCP in Numbers
With the Philippines e-procurement adoption rate surging to
78%*
in 2024, partnering with a local expert ensures compliance and efficiency in every bid.
Source: World Bank, 2024
YCP Procurement Experts in Philippines
In the dynamic business landscape of the Philippines, industries are facing increasing pressure to stay agile and competitive. In such an environment, a dependable Procurement Consulting provider is essential for companies aiming to succeed. They require strategic partnerships to navigate complex market requirements, optimize operations, and enhance value creation.
At YCP, our global team of seasoned professionals offers exceptional Philippines Procurement Consulting services. With profound market insights, we guide our clients through challenging market barriers, entry strategies, and growth plans by delivering tailored Procurement Strategy guidance specific to the Philippines market. Our strategic sourcing solutions are crafted to align perfectly with each client's unique business needs.
YCP stands out as the trusted partner for businesses aspiring to excel in the Philippines market. Our deep-rooted understanding of the local landscape and commitment to client success ensures we deliver unparalleled consulting results. Partner with YCP for strides in strategic sourcing and procurement success.
Navigate and Succeed: Philippines Procurement at Your Service
In the Philippines market, YCP's Procurement service empowers businesses to optimize their buying strategies, ensuring competitiveness and growth.
Our team leverages local insights and global practices to refine procurement processes in the Philippines, driving efficiency and profitability for our clients.
YCP assists clients in the Philippines to navigate the complex procurement landscape, unlocking value and fostering strong supplier relationships for sustained success.
Our Industries
Dominate Philippines Through Procurement
Increasing Stakes in Competitive Markets
- Philippine firms face 7% cost inefficiency in procurement. Adopting streamlined strategies can significantly reduce these costs improving competitiveness.
- By recognizing this inefficiency, businesses could enhance process optimization. Streamlined procurement not only results in shorter cycles but also boosts profitability.
Demand for Transparent Transactions
- With over 50% of businesses demanding transparency, adopting consulting services ensures trust and compliance, encouraging stakeholders' active engagement.
- High transparency levels foster robust business collaborations and partnerships, encapsulating the ethos of trust and creating pathways for bigger contracts and participations.
Expansion in Global Supply Networks
- Philippine's procurement eagerly diversifies within global markets' reach, expected to tap into growing markets increasing profits by 8%.
- These prospects open avenues for leveraging international partnerships, enabling a broader reach for Philippine businesses and an enhanced global footprint.
Innovation as a Catalyst for Growth
- Procurement transformation is ranked top 3 in strategic innovation trends, spotlighting potential revenue increases through improved processes.
- Capitalizing on this trend might propel businesses into leading market positions by fostering adaptability and streamlined execution tailored for new innovations.
Our Clients
We have worked with more than 2000 companies throughout various industries.
What Our Clients Say About Us
"The engagement conducted by YCP was comprehensive and was very helpful for Shell to take immediate strategic decisions and actions in our market; their work allowed Shell to see the unseen, especially with regards to the competitor assessment and detailed customer issues. The YCP team has always been professional to work with, and I've appreciated how they accommodate client requests and enthusiastically took on the challenges we gave them. Overall, I am very happy with the services provided by YCP, they managed to get very insightful and unbiased recommendations for our business."
Marketing Implementer for Indonesia, Singapore & Vietnam
Shell
"During the course of 2009 and 2010, YCP carried out extensive research on roofing materials market for Monier (previously Lafarge Roofing) in Asia. The experience and expertise of YCP in building materials markets in Asia and the strong analytical skills of their consultants resulted in high-quality output for their various assignments, driven by in-depth field investigations. The findings and recommendations provided by YCP have proved extremely valuable for Monier to identify and assess growth opportunities in the region, and to support Monier’s strategic approach and planning in the region. I am therefore happy to recommend YCP as a valuable partner to any company interested in their research and consulting capabilities."
Managing Director Thailand and Indonesia
Monier Roofing (Previously Lafarge)
Results Through Expertise: Case Studies
Learn how we help clients build and implement strategies
that drive sustainable growth in today’s complex business landscape.
Enhancing Syringe Supply Chain Efficiency via Strategic Sourcing
Client
A multi-specialty tertiary care provider
Area
India -- Northern and Eastern regions
Expertise Scope
Supply Chain Turnarounds, Expert Sourcing, Procurement Operations
Project Summary
Utilizing a comprehensive Strategic Sourcing process, the client was able to reduce costs and enhance the efficiency of their syringe supply chain. This netted the client a 10% annual cost reduction, 4% incumbent cost reduction, and successful integration of new suppliers.
Distributor Support Strategy for Lubricants in Vietnam
Client
A Vietnamese lubricant distributor
Area
Vietnam
Expertise Scope
Distributor Assessment, Stakeholder Meetings, Site Visit Reporting
Project Summary
Our team initiated the project with a kick-off meeting in Ho Chi Minh City to align with client's needs and prepare for upcoming interviews. We organized and scheduled site visits and meetings with shortlisted distributors. Following this, we led distributor meetings, providing summary translations. Finally, we delivered a post-site visit report, profiling and prioritizing each distributor based on the interviews.
YCP in Media
Our Group CEO Yuki Ishida and Managing Partner Karambir Anand shared insights at the ASEAN–Japan Young Business Leaders’ Summit.
At the Asian Power Summit 2025, our Director Harika G. led a session on Asia’s evolving energy mix.
Singapore Business Review featured Karambir Anand on Singapore’s expanding solar capacity and energy challenges.
Publications
Food Resilience through Sustainable Hydroponic Agribusiness in the Philippines
Despite being a major agricultural producer, the Philippines faces food security risks from climate change and supply disruptions. Hydroponics offers a resilient alternative, enabling efficient, localized production. Growing household and commercial adoption highlights its potential to strengthen urban food supply and long-term resilience.
The Next Level: The Rise of Esports in the Philippines
Global esports has become a mainstream industry, but the Philippines remains at an early stage despite strong gaming participation. Mobile esports, led by Mobile Legends, shows how accessibility and publisher support can drive growth. With balanced investment across competition, content, and reach, the industry can continue to scale.
Digitalization in the Philippine Logistics Industry
The Philippine logistics industry faces inefficiencies from manual processes, fragmented coordination, and archipelagic constraints. As trade and e-commerce grow, digitalization is becoming essential to improve transparency, shorten lead times, and reduce costs, positioning logistics players for long-term competitiveness.
The Digitization of the Philippine Wallet: E-Money's Emergence in the Philippines
Despite strong digital adoption, the Philippines remains heavily cash-based, creating opportunity for e-money to advance financial inclusion. Supported by BSP regulation and mobile wallets, e-money usage is rising across transfers and payments, positioning digital wallets as key drivers of the country’s cashless transition.
Meet Our Experts
Establish industry dominance with our experts and partners
Yuki Ishida
Managing Partner
Nationality: Japanese
Region Coverage:
Asia, North America
Past Experience:
Goldman Sachs
Pilar Dieter
Managing Partner
Nationality: American
Region Coverage:
Asia, North America
Past Experience:
Alaris Consulting
Shingo Kasumoto
Managing Partner
Nationality: Japanese
Region Coverage:
Asia
Past Experience:
P&G
Takahiro Okawara
Partner
Nationality: Japanese
Region Coverage:
Japan, Singapore, Thailand, Vietnam, Indonesia
Past Experience:
Accenture, Rakuten
Jatin Gulati
Partner
Nationality: Indian
Region Coverage:
Asia
Past Experience:
McKinsey & Company, Accenture Strategy
Eunice Maximo
Partner
Nationality: Filipino
Region Coverage:
Asia
Past Experience:
Nexlabs, Propel Manila
Laurent Fihey
Partner
Nationality: French
Region Coverage:
Europe, Asia, Middle East, Africa, North America, South America
Past Experience:
Arthur Andersen, Advancy
Eucel Josef Maximo
Partner
Nationality: Filipino
Region Coverage:
Asia
Past Experience:
Nexlabs, Reckitt
Talk to Our Procurement Experts
Arrange a session with our experts to explore how YCP can assist you in addressing your business challenges.
YCP Group is the leading professional firm in Asia empowering excellence through diverse expertise:
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YCP Group is the leading professional firm in Asia empowering excellence through diverse expertise:
- YCP
- YCP Auctus
- YCP Consus
