Specialist, Strategic Sourcing Sourcing Excellence

Key Responsibilities:

• Procure Logistics Factory Services/MRO:Ensure pricing capacity and service levels align with business commitments and sourcing strategies. Apply a broad range of sourcing tools such as negotiation e-procurement stakeholder engagement and auctions.

• Implement Supply Base Strategy:Evaluate and develop suppliers to meet current and future business needs driving continuous improvement and innovation.

• Manage Supply Risk:Ensure robust risk management through well-structured contracts and regular monitoring of financial and service KPIs. Initiate corrective actions when necessary.

• Stakeholder Relationship Management:Build and maintain strong relationships with Finance and Supply Managers and eventually Directors to support business objectives and foster constructive collaboration.

• Drive Stakeholder Engagement:Actively engage with internal customers to understand needs and ensure alignment with sourcing strategies.

• Ensure Compliance:Adhere to all relevant policies systems and controls throughout the sourcing process.

• Provide Market Intelligence:Deliver market and financial insights to support sourcing decisions. Represent the company in external forums to stay informed of industry trends.

• Commercial & Ethical Oversight:Manage all commercial financial and ethical considerations in collaboration with Logistics/Factory Services/MRO Category Managers.

• Contract Management:Utilize appropriate contract frameworks to mitigate risks and ensure service coverage.

• Performance Tracking:Maintain and regularly update key performance indicators (KPIs) including savings payment terms and other relevant metrics.

• Supplier Performance Reviews:Conduct regular performance evaluations for top suppliers to ensure service excellence and continuous improvement.

• Supplier Collaboration Initiatives:Identify and lead initiatives such as Supplier Finance Responsible Sourcing e-invoicing and operational process optimization.

Education:

• Bachelors degree in Engineering Business Economics or a related field

Languages:

• Fluent in English (English proficiency is essential both verbal and written)

• Spanish - Native

• Portuguese - Desirable

Experience & Skills:

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in Procurement or Strategic Sourcing or Supply Services operations such as Logistics Plant and Engineering preferably within a multinational environment

• Familiarity/Experience with Services and Supply Procurement is a plus

• Solid understanding of contract law

• Proficiency in SAP and Ariba systems

• Strong analytical skills with the ability to assess and anticipate the impact of macroeconomic trends on the business environment

• Results-oriented mindset; comfortable setting and achieving ambitious targets

• Demonstrated business acumen

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills