Regional Procurement Manager
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Job Location:
Mexico City - Mexico
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
Yesterday
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Responsibilities
About the Company
EASTMAN LAR DISTRIBUCIÓN S DE CV is a recognized company in the chemical distribution sector in Mexico. With over 20 years of experience in the market we have distinguished ourselves by offering innovative high-quality solutions to our clients. We value teamwork excellence and a commitment to customer satisfaction. By joining our team you will have the opportunity to grow professionally in a dynamic and collaborative environment. Location: This position is located in San Jose Insurgentes CDMX.
The Regional Procurement Manager leads regional procurement planning and execution for major capital projects and/or segments of Eastmans global capital project portfolio. The objective of the capital procurement manager is to optimize cost schedule and quality parameters to meet or exceed the project objectives as well as demonstrate incremental value through negotiated cost savings enhanced optionality and reduced risks.
Key Responsibilities
Lead the development of the capital procurement management plan including strategy definition bidding processes contracting and execution alignment.
Identify critical-path goods and service requirements and viable alternatives.
Guide project teams in executing commercial strategies and selecting engineering and construction partners.
Early Project Stages
Support project cost estimation and budgeting using current pricing benchmarking and bid data.
Develop risk profiles for long-lead items.
Define negotiation strategies and contractual performance requirements.
Project Execution Phase
Serve on EPCOM teams as the Procurement representative for major capital projects.
Lead capital buyers to ensure timely purchase orders and delivery tracking.
Negotiate contracts and deviations from corporate standards when necessary.
Address schedule quality warranty or compliance issues by leading or facilitating negotiation strategies.
Cross-functional & Strategic Responsibilities
Apply deep market knowledge to shape procurement strategies.
Collaborate with Sourcing Legal Risk Management Logistics AP and other functions to maximize enterprise value.
Continuously pursue cost-saving opportunities in materials equipment and services.
Regional Responsibilities for Latin America
Ensure adherence to corporate procedures and policies across all sites in the region.
Define communicate and lead the Procurement strategy for Latin America.
Supervise the team to ensure compliance with Safety Health Environmental and Quality standards.
Provide tools resources and training to ensure operational success.
Set and communicate departmental goals aligned with corporate objectives.
Plan and manage the annual departmental budget.
Oversee timely and accurate fulfillment of internal customer needs.
Represent the region within the global Procurement organization.
Drive improvements in environmental performance and promote a strong safety culture.
Ensure protection and support for employees reporting unsafe or non-compliant conditions.
Implement the Environmental Management System (EMS) including identification of impacts operational controls recordkeeping and policy adherence.
Qualifications
Requirements:
- Have at least 5 years of relevant experience in the functions noted above preferably in the chemical industry either working for an owner or in the EPC arena.
- Knowledge of the SAP system Purchasing Warehouse and supplier payment flow modules.
- Advanced English proficiency.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
- Bachelors degree (technical or business-related degrees are required MBA a plus).
- Strong planning/project management skills accountability and follow-through.
- Strong interpersonal and negotiating skills.
- Strong communication skills (written and verbal) from blue collar to executive audiences.
- Strong problem-solving and data analytical skills (ability to evaluate situations with multiple complex dimensions simultaneously).
- GENERAL COMPETENCIES:
- Strict adherence to safety.
- Attention to detail
- Effective communication
- Emotional intelligence.
- Leadership.
- Sense of urgency.
- Ownership and results orientation.
- Organization.
- Initiative.
- Collaboration.
- Critical thinking and analysis.
- Customer service focus.
- Decision-making.
- Stress management.
- Information organization and management.
- Focus on continuous improvement.
- Conflict management and resolution.
- Adaptability
For further information about this position please contact Sckarlet Moreno(Talent Acquisition) or send your application via the apply button.
Required Experience:
Manager
Key Skills
About Company
Driven by more than 100 years of continuous innovation, Eastman is a global specialty materials company.
